Natural vitamin E antioxidant: an effective anti-ageing preservative and active ingredient

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European origin
100% plant-based

This natural antioxidant helps protect plant-based oils and butters from going rancid. It is recommended for use in all blends containing delicate oils, as well as in balms and other oil-based formulations, where it helps extend shelf life. Vitamin E also provides valuable benefits for the skin, acting as an excellent anti-ageing ingredient. It is particularly suited for dry and mature skin, and for restorative after-sun care products.

£9.00

Price per L = £300

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Quality

100% plant-based (sunflower oil), guaranteed GMO-free

Production process

A blend of natural tocopherols extracted from sunflower oil by molecular distillation (without the use of petrochemical solvents).

Function

Antioxidant (prevents plant-based oils and butters from going rancid) and anti-ageing (prevents oxidative skin ageing).

Country of origin

Made in Spain

INCI name

Tocopherols (mixed), helianthus annuus seed oil

Composition

A blend of natural tocopherols derived from sunflowers, diluted in sunflower oil. The minimum tocopherol content is 50%.

Presentation

A viscous orange to brown liquid with the characteristic odour of sunflower oil, packaged in a glass bottle with dropper cap.

Environmental qualities and characteristics product sheet

Reference

0085301 - vitamin E 30 ml

Main packaging material

Glass bottle

Recyclability

Most packaging can be recycled

Instructions for packaging disposal

Properties

Anti-oxidant : protects oils and butters from becoming rancid.
Anti-ageing : blocks the action of free radicals on the skin, notably reducing cellular damage linked to UV exposure.
Helps maintain the elasticity and moisturisation of the skin and face by reinforcing the skin's hydrolipidic film.

Uses

As an antioxidant:

In your balms, butters, care oils, massage oils, etc. to extend their shelf life
In your emulsions, especially if they contain oils sensitive to oxidation
Add to your bottles of 'sensitive' carrier oils as soon as you receive them to extend their shelf life.

As an antioxidant and active ingredient:

In your face creams or anti-ageing skin care oils
In your aftersun or sun preparation skin care products
In face care products for dry, dehydrated skin

The vitamin E we offer is for cosmetic use only.

For more details on the sensitivity of different carrier oils to oxidation, see the thematic dossier: "The oxidative potential of carrier oils ".

In practice

General characteristics

Dosage

0.02 à 0.5%

As an antioxidant: 0.02 to 0.2% (of the weight of the oils to be preserved)

As an active ingredient: 0.1 to 0.5% (of the total weight of the preparation)

Density

0.95

Water-insoluble

Soluble in emulsions

(creams, lotions)

1 ml = approximately 32 drops

oil-soluble

Use in home cosmetics

Oil, balm, cream and milks, face cream, stick, soap

Further information

0.05% vitamin E

0.015 g ( < 1 drop)

0.1% vitamin

0.03 g (about 1 drop)

0.2% vitamin E

0.06 g (about 2 drops)

Compatible with all emulsifiers and gums.

Preparation

Before you start

Precautions and allergens

Add the vitamin E to the cold-finished formula and mix well to homogenise. To protect fatty phases sensitive to rancidity and extend their shelf life, you can add vitamin E to the bottle as soon as you receive it.

Influence on the pH of aqueous preparations : None.

Storage and precautions

Storage

Store at room temperature, away from moisture and light. Close the bottle tightly after use.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children, do not swallow, avoid contact with eyes.

Responsible Person

EU responsible person: Aroma-Zone FR-84220 Cabrières d’Avignon
UK responsible person: Obelis UK Ltd, Sandford Gate, Oxford, OX4 6LB, UK

Equivalents

Essential Oils

1 ml = approximately 35 drops (with our Aroma-Zone dropper caps)

Carrier oils

1 pump (Aroma-Zone aluminium pump) = approx. 0.15 ml

Mass / Volume conversion (for a liquid)

Mass (g) = Density x Volume (ml) at 20°C

Further information

1 full teaspoon = between 3 and 4.5 ml

1 full tablespoon = between 7.5 and 10 ml

However, these spoon ratios depend on a number of factors (e.g. viscosity of the liquid, temperature, depth and size of the spoon, rheological behaviour of the liquid), and we strongly advise you to use precise measuring equipment, such as graduated test tubes, graduated pipettes, and precision scales.

Aromatherapy recipes from the bibliography

EO = Essential Oil VO = Carrier Oil or Macerated Oil

90 g organic shea butter
10 ml argan carrier oil
10 ml macadamia carrier oil
10 ml Chilean rosehip seed carrier oil
1 tsp aloe vera gel
10 drops gum rockrose essential oil
10 drops neroli essential oil
7 drops of natural vitamin E

Directions: Crush the butter and carrier oils with a pestle to obtain a smooth, creamy paste. Add the rest of the ingredients, mix well and pour the balm into its jar.

Important notes (Aroma-Zone): it's not easy to make a stable emulsion (cream, lotion) using only a wax. Waxes have a low emulsifying power, so we recommend adding an emulsifier. In addition, we recommend adding a preservative to ensure that this blend is preserved.

Use: Every evening for 1 month, massage a large dab of this creamy balm into the affected areas. Do not use during pregnancy due to the presence of essential oils.

Bibliography

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Vitamin E Antioxidant

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