Vitamin E Oil4696536
Vitamin E is described as the "lightening rod" of the cell, permitting reactive molecules to strike the cell without damaging it. This is apparent in the case of skin, where vitamin E protects the skin from ultraviolet radiation. Vitamin E-rich foods, when taken, can straight travel to the skin cell membranes and shield the skin.
Vitamin E comes in the form of gels, capsules and oils. Oils and gels can be applied topically to assist shield the skin and also for scars. Vitamin E contains alpha-tocopherol, either 100 % pure or mixed. Alpha-tocopherol in its all-natural form is powdery and thick. Therefore, it is mixed with a carrier like olive oil. Vitamin E oil is processed from vegetable oils like corn, soya and canola through vacuum distillation. It is heavy and viscous.
Vitamin E oil has a shelf life of about two to 3 years. When exposed to air, it reacts with oxygen and hence becomes inactive, resulting in a reduced shelf life and potency. Similarly, exposure to extreme heat also reduces the shelf life. As such, vitamin E oil ought to be stored under well-protected circumstances.
Usually, producers of vitamin E oil add ingredients like glycerides, and therefore, vitamin E content might be in the range of 18-20%. The IU value of the oil (International Units, one hundred IU is equal to 67 mg for all-natural vitamin E and 45 mg for synthetic) might differ from manufacturer to manufacturer, based on the type of tocopherol present and the % in the oil. For instance, oil processed from soya will be rich in gamma-tocopherol.
Synthetically created vitamin E oil comes in the form of esters of tocopherols, mainly acetates and succinates. The esters are more resistant to oxidation throughout storage than unesterified tocopherols. These are mainly used in pharmaceutical formulations and food formulations to fortify food. They are packed in soft gelatin capsules. The bioavailability of these esterified tocopherols is same as that of unesterified ones and is measured in IU.
