Tocopheryl acetate (Vitamin E)

Although not a preservative, Tocopheryl acetate plays a very important part in blends, especially those that contain essential oil as the natural antioxidant properties stop peroxides from forming in your essential oil blends (whether they be in creams, lotions, oils or gels) .

Peroxides can be harmful to the skin as well as making your product rancid. By adding Tocopheryl acetate you ensure the freshness and quality of your blends in addition to adding antoxidant properties to your final skincare product.

Tocopheryl acetate is a robust antioxidant, resistant to heat and thus makes it suitable for hot-blending into products without diminishing its efficacy.

We recommend normal usage level of around 0.2% to stop oxidisation of essential oils, though higher levels can be used to provide anti-oxidant and free-radical scavenging properties to your finished products.

Latin Name

Tocopheryl acetate

Cas Number:

7695-91-2

Origin

Acetic acid

• Moisture Cream
• Moisture Lotion
• Body Butter
• Cleanser
• Face Mask
• Skin Peels
• Shower Gel
• Shampoo
• Conditioner

Tocopheryl acetate does not oxidise. It penetrates through the skin to the living cells, where about 5% is converted to free tocopherol and provides beneficial antioxidant effects.

Tocopheryl acetate is the preferred choice for skincare products. Not only does this ingredient help protect skin from damage due to ultraviolet rays, but it also offers superior antioxidant effects and promotes regeneration of healthy cells. Unlike its counterpart Tocopherol (natural Vitamin E), which can be acidic in nature when applied directly onto living tissue, Tocopheryl Acetate's phenolic hydroxyl group makes application more pleasant with better results overall.