Benefits of
Vitamin E for Skin
Vitamin E
For Skin
Vitamin E is a key ingredient in skincare. But why should you use it? And what does Vitamin E do for your skin? We’re going to dive into the benefits of this popular skincare ingredient, explore ways you can make the most of it, and find out how you can get the best possible results when using Vitamin E for skin.
Vitamin E refers to a group of fat-soluble compounds that function as an antioxidant1 and contribute to the normal functioning of the human body in areas like reproduction, vision, brain health, blood health and, as we’ll cover in this article, healthy-looking skin.
Since Vitamin E contributes to healthy-looking skin, it’s a common ingredient found in skin care products such as face creams, oils, serums, body lotions, sunscreens and makeup. So why is it so popular and what are the benefits of using Vitamin E in your skincare routine?
Vitamin E
Benefits for Skin
There is a lot of clinical and anecdotal evidence that Vitamin E is beneficial for skin. Below are a few of the skin benefits commonly associated with Vitamin E. Please note that not all of these benefits are applicable to all skincare products containing Vitamin E, as overall formulas are responsible for any benefits to skin:
While claims are widely made regarding the benefits of Vitamin E in scar fading and wound healing, there is actually not enough clinical evidence to support that either of these claims are true2, and some studies have even shown the opposite.
for your face
Since your face is the most exposed part of your body to the elements year-round, helping to protect it from environmental damage is important, and Vitamin E can play a role in that. Tocopherols are the most abundant form of Vitamin E found in the human body2 and you might see an ingredient labelled this way on cosmetic products. Skin care products for the face containing Vitamin E may label Vitamin E as ‘tocopherol’ or ‘tocopheryl acetate’3.
NIVEA Skin Care
with Vitamin E
NIVEA offers several skin care products in formulas enriched with Vitamin E to provide nourishing benefits for your skin.
NIVEA Soft is a versatile moisturising cream enriched with jojoba oil and Vitamin E for lasting softness. Appropriate for use on the face, body and hands, NIVEA Soft intensely moisturises and leaves skin feeling fresh with a non-greasy, lightweight formula that provides 48 hours of hydration. The new vegan formula contains no animal-derived ingredients and is formulated to quickly absorb into the skin. You can use it on all skin types, including oily, dry, sensitive and normal skin.
NIVEA offers several skin care products for men, including moisturisers, cleansers and shaving products containing Vitamin E. NIVEA MEN skin care products are dermatologically tested and many cater to sensitive skin.
NIVEA Essentially Enriched Body Lotion is enriched with hyaluronic acid, almond oil and deep nourishing moisture to give 72 hours of moisture and provide healthy-looking skin with every use. This body lotion is non-greasy and quick-absorbing, delivering rich care for dry to very dry skin.
NIVEA Cocoa Butter Body Lotion is a deeply moisturising body lotion that provides a healthy-looking glow and 48 hours of noticeably smoother-looking skin thanks to its formula combining Vitamin E and cocoa butter. This moisturising body lotion soothes and pampers dry skin after just one application.
How to Get
More Vitamin E
There are more ways to get Vitamin E than just topical applications. Similarly to Vitamin C, the human body doesn’t produce its own Vitamin E and it must be acquired through foods rich in Vitamin E, or, in the case of some people who may have trouble absorbing fat or who are dealing with other health conditions, dietary supplements4.
Vitamin E
Facts Overview
- What it does:
Acts as an antioxidant to help protect the skin against damage from free radicals.
- Application:
Vitamin E is a common ingredient in skin care products. Vitamin E can also be applied directly to the skin as pure Vitamin E oil.
- Found in:
Vitamin E naturally occurs in many common foods such as nuts, seeds and green, leafy vegetables5.
- Features:
An effective fat-soluble antioxidant, Vitamin E supports healthy-looking skin, particularly when paired with other antioxidants like Vitamin C.
Skin with NIVEA
NIVEA body lotions, lip care products, men’s skin care and more are formulated to give your skin the care it needs to feel soft and smooth. From skin firming products to shaving products, to the signature NIVEA Creme, there’s a NIVEA product to help support your skin.
