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Tocopherol

生育酚

Also known as: Vitamin E, d-Alpha-Tocopherol

What it does

  • Antioxidant
  • Moisturizing
  • Formula stabilizer
  • Anti-inflammatory

Evidence

Strong evidence

Well-established antioxidant. Synergistic with Vitamin C.

Skin types

Well suited for: All
Use with caution: Acne Prone

Some people with acne-prone skin find pure tocopherol breaks them out.

Helps with

Aging & Fine Lines Dryness Sun Damage

Interactions

Works well with Ascorbic Acid

Vitamin E regenerates oxidized Vitamin C. Powerful combination.

Irritation potential
Very Low
Comedogenic rating
2 / 5
Pregnancy
Generally considered safe during pregnancy

Safe.

Good to know

Almost ubiquitous in skincare. Stabilizes vitamin C formulas. Look for d-alpha tocopherol (natural form).

Related ingredients

Resveratrol Ferulic Acid Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Ascorbic Acid Rosa Canina Seed Oil Snail Secretion Filtrate

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Educational information only — not medical advice. Always patch test and consult a dermatologist for skin concerns.