The technical term for vitamin E is tocopherol.

This vitamin is produced by plants and cynobacteria. It protects polyunsaturated fatty acids in the skin’s cell membranes from destruction by oxidation, which means vitamin E is a so-called antioxidant.

What are the effects of vitamin E?

The liposulable vitamin E passes through the horny layer of the skin. The impact is diverse.

• It smoothens the skin.
• It improves tissue repair.
• It reduces the formation of scar tissue.

Depending on the concentration of vitamin E the skin is protected from UV rays, therefore it can be regarded as a natural sun blocker.