Vitamin E acetate is a powerful antioxidant that protects skin and hair from environmental damage while conditioning and softening. It helps maintain moisture and supports a healthy, resilient complexion.
Effective at 18.0%
Formula
C31H52O3
Mol. Weight
472.70
CAS #
7695-91-2, 58-95-7
Form
Oil
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Functions
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Neutralizes free radicals
Prevents moisture loss
Traditional Use
Vitamin E was identified in 1922; the acetate form was synthesized in the 1930s for improved stability in cosmetics. Became widely used in skincare and anti-aging products from the 1970s onward for its antioxidant properties.