antioxidant
Lipid-soluble chain-breaking antioxidant that protects cell membranes from peroxidation. Synergistic with vitamin C (regenerates oxidised ascorbate) and ferulic acid.
| Concern | Strength | Studies | What the research says |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dryness | Relevant | — | BORDERLINE (flag): mild lipid-soluble emollient — real but minor dryness contribution; primary role is antioxidant. Marginal appropriately drops it from 0.55 fallback. Alt: REMOVE + antioxidant benefit. |
No known conflicts — Vitamin E isn’t flagged against any concern or skin condition.
Strength reflects the ingredient’s effect on each concern; study counts match research whose findings relate to that concern.
Vitamin E is a antioxidant backed by a large, consistent body of clinical evidence (evidence tier 1 of 4). We track 3 studies for it, 3 reporting a positive effect. It is typically effective at 0.5–5% in a formulation.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 2003 · rct · n=10
In vivo study (n=10): combination of 15% vitamin C + 1% vitamin E provided 4-fold photoprotection against UV-induced erythema and sunburn cells, compared to 2-fold for vitamin C alone and negligible protection for vitamin E alone; establishes synergistic antioxidant network in skin
Indian Dermatology Online Journal · 2016 · review
Comprehensive review covering photoprotection (reduces UV-induced erythema, DNA damage, and lipid peroxidation), wound healing (accelerates epithelialization at 5% topical concentration), and anti-inflammatory properties (inhibits PGE2 synthesis and reduces edema); contact dermatitis risk noted at ~1% incidence
Dermatologic Surgery · 2005 · review
Comprehensive review: alpha-tocopherol is the most abundant lipophilic antioxidant in human skin; protects cell membrane phospholipids from UV-induced peroxidation; topical application replenishes vitamin E depleted by UV exposure; optimal formulation at 2-5% in stable ester or free-acid form
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ELEMIS
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads (14 Pads)
Serum – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation
$25.00
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ELEMIS
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads (14 Pads)
Serum – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation
$25.00
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Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads (14 Pads) is a exfoliant by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Butylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Lactic Acid.
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Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 (50ml)
Sunscreen – for Dryness
$145.0050ml · $2.90/ml
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ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 (50ml)
Sunscreen – for Dryness
$145.0050ml · $2.90/ml
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Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 (50ml) is a sunscreen by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.
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Antipodes
Antipodes Avocado Pear Nourishing Night Cream 60ml
Moisturizer
$57.1560ml · $0.95/ml
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Antipodes
Antipodes Avocado Pear Nourishing Night Cream 60ml
Moisturizer
$57.1560ml · $0.95/ml
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Antipodes Avocado Pear Nourishing Night Cream 60ml is a antioxidant serum by Antipodes. Key ingredients include Shea Butter, Coconut Oil, Vitamin E.
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SkinCeuticals
SkinCeuticals Micro-Exfoliating Scrub (5 fl. oz.)
Exfoliant
$40.00147.9ml · $0.27/ml
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SkinCeuticals
SkinCeuticals Micro-Exfoliating Scrub (5 fl. oz.)
Exfoliant
$40.00147.9ml · $0.27/ml
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SkinCeuticals Micro-Exfoliating Scrub (5 fl. oz.) is a exfoliant by SkinCeuticals. Key ingredients include Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine.
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SkinMedica
SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0 (1 fl. oz.)
Serum
$96.0029.6ml · $3.25/ml
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SkinMedica
SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0 (1 fl. oz.)
Serum
$96.0029.6ml · $3.25/ml
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SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0 (1 fl. oz.) is a retinoid treatment by SkinMedica. Key ingredients include Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin.
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SkinMedica
SkinMedica Age Defense Retinol Complex 0.25 (1 fl. oz.)
Serum
$64.0029.6ml · $2.16/ml
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SkinMedica
SkinMedica Age Defense Retinol Complex 0.25 (1 fl. oz.)
Serum
$64.0029.6ml · $2.16/ml
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SkinMedica Age Defense Retinol Complex 0.25 (1 fl. oz.) is a retinoid treatment by SkinMedica. Key ingredients include Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Niacinamide, Squalane.
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Wella Professionals
Wella Professionals Care Oil Reflections Luminous Smoothing Oil 100ml
Serum
$31.75100ml · $0.32/ml
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Wella Professionals
Wella Professionals Care Oil Reflections Luminous Smoothing Oil 100ml
Serum
$31.75100ml · $0.32/ml
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Wella Professionals Care Oil Reflections Luminous Smoothing Oil 100ml is a antioxidant serum by Wella Professionals. Key ingredients include Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethiconol, Alcohol Denat.
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ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream (50ml)
Moisturizer – for Dryness
$145.0050ml · $2.90/ml
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ELEMIS
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream (50ml)
Moisturizer – for Dryness
$145.0050ml · $2.90/ml
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Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream (50ml) is a antioxidant serum by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate SE.
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Omorovicza
Omorovicza Illuminating Moisturiser (50ml)
Moisturizer
$120.6550ml · $2.41/ml
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Omorovicza
Omorovicza Illuminating Moisturiser (50ml)
Moisturizer
$120.6550ml · $2.41/ml
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Omorovicza Illuminating Moisturiser (50ml) is a antioxidant serum by Omorovicza. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Jojoba Oil.
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Wella Professionals Care
Wella Professionals Care Oil Reflections Luminous Reboost Mask 150ml
Serum
$29.97150ml · $0.20/ml
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Wella Professionals Care
Wella Professionals Care Oil Reflections Luminous Reboost Mask 150ml
Serum
$29.97150ml · $0.20/ml
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Wella Professionals Care Oil Reflections Luminous Reboost Mask 150ml is a antioxidant serum by Wella Professionals Care. Key ingredients include Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Panthenol.
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