Tocopherol, or vitamin E, a fat-soluble vitamin is a naturally occuring antioxidant which can be isolated from vegetable oil.
In cosmetics and personal care products, Tocopherol and other ingredients made from Tocopherol, including Tocopherol esters are used in the formulation of lipstick, eye shadow, blushers, face powders and foundations, moisturizers, skin care products, bath soaps and detergents, hair conditioners, and many other products. Tocopherol helps protect cosmetic formulations against oxidation.
Vitamin E reduces the severity of your sunburn and improves the effectiveness of the UV filters in your sunscreen. Vitamin E strengthens the skin’s natural barrier, reducing water loss. It locks the moisture into your skin, it softens and plumps it up. Vitamin E acts as an anti-inflammatory, and it is able to reduce the level of inflammation in your skin. Vitamin E might also plays a role in fighting acne.
Vitamin E used in Soaphoria products is sourced with respect to the environment and sustainable development.