Vitamin E for Your Skin

What Is Vitamin E?

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that you can get through your diet or by taking supplements you’ll find at most pharmacies. It’s known for its many health and beauty benefits—especially for your hair and skin. It’s also a powerful antioxidant that helps protect your cells from damage, supports healthy blood flow, and helps with blood clotting.

Where Can You Find It?

• Leafy greens like spinach and asparagus
• Nuts and seeds, especially sunflower seeds and almonds
• Whole grains like beans and olives
• Eggs and corn
• Some types of meat

Why Your Skin Loves Vitamin E

• Keeps your skin hydrated
• Helps heal skin ulcers and wounds
• Supports overall skin health
• Soothes burns—just dab a little on the affected area and leave it for a few minutes
• Heals cracked lips
• Evens out your skin tone
• Adds a natural glow and shine
• Reduces dark circles under the eyes
• Protects your skin from UV damage
• Slows down signs of aging like wrinkles and pigmentation
• Fades old scars and acne marks over time
• May lower your risk of skin cancer by protecting from sun exposure
• Improves stretch marks from pregnancy or weight changes
• Helps with skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema
• Prevents brittle nails

Other Health Benefits of Vitamin E

• Lowers bad cholesterol, which is good for your heart
• Helps remove leftover makeup
• Strengthens hair follicles
• Boosts circulation to your scalp
• Helps with hair loss and split ends
• Can regulate your menstrual cycle and ease PMS symptoms
• May help with Parkinson’s symptoms
• Supports eye health and may prevent cataracts
• Good for your heart and blood vessels
• May protect against Alzheimer’s
• Relieves joint inflammation
• Supports reproductive health—often called the "fertility vitamin"
• Makes hair shinier and more vibrant
• Helps delay the appearance of gray hair

How to Use Vitamin E

For Hair:

Mix a bit of coconut oil, olive oil, and sweet almond oil with some Vitamin E oil. Blend it all together and massage it into your scalp for a nourishing hair treatment.

For Skin:

Take the oil from a Vitamin E capsule and gently apply it to your face about 30 minutes before bed. It helps moisturize your skin and clear up imperfections. Stick with it consistently for the best results!