Vitamin E is an essential fat-soluble vitamin composed of eight naturally occurring compounds. The fractions are called alpha, beta, delta, epsilon, eta, gamma and zeta tocopherol, and four other substances called tocotrienols.

Vitamin E has effective anti-inflammatory & antioxidant properties. It has a soothing, moisturizing & anti-aging effect. Vitamin E has very good skin healing properties and may decrease some of the harmful effects of UV induced damage on the skin. Alpha tocopherol is responsible for repairing, healing and protecting skin.

Vitamin E oil is often prescribed for topical use in pregnant women to prevent stretch marks on the abdomen. It can help heal acne, promote wound healing and prevent scarring from eczema or psoriasis. Vitamin E moisturizes the skin from within, helping protect against ozone damage and decreasing erythema (skin redness) after sun exposure.