Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
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Vitamin E (including vitamin E acetate) is an antioxidant that has traditionally been used in dermatology and nutritional supplementation to support skin health and possibly delay signs of aging. The rationale is that oxidative stress contributes to skin aging and that antioxidants like vitamin E can neutralize free radicals, potentially slowing this process. There is some scientific evidence from in vitro and animal studies suggesting that vitamin E can protect skin cells from oxidative damage caused by UV radiation and environmental pollutants.

However, clinical evidence in humans remains limited and mixed. Some small studies have shown modest improvements in skin moisture, elasticity, and photoprotection when vitamin E is applied topically or taken as a supplement. However, systematic reviews and meta-analyses have found little or no convincing evidence that vitamin E supplementation significantly slows or prevents the visible or biological signs of aging in humans. Most dermatologists and researchers agree that vitamin E may play a supportive role in skin barrier function and photoprotection but does not have a major impact on the aging process itself. High-dose supplementation is not recommended due to potential adverse effects. Overall, vitamin E’s use in aging prevention is based on plausible biological mechanisms and limited clinical support, but robust, consistent scientific validation is lacking.

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