Tocopheryl Acetate

Tocopheryl acetate, also referred to as tocopherol acetate, is one of many types of vitamin E. Like many other vitamins, it offers antioxidants properties when applied to skin.

Tocopheryl acetate, also referred to as tocopherol acetate, is one of many types of vitamin E. Like many other vitamins, it offers antioxidants properties when applied to skin. Due to its antioxidant abilities, it helps protect and defend skin against pollution and other pro-ageing environmental stressors. Naturally derived whole vitamin E (tocopherol) tends to have more benefits for skin, synthetic forms can still play a vital role in skin health. As with other forms of vitamin E, tocopheryl acetate also helps keep delicate ingredients in cosmetics stable for longer. Typical usage range hovers between 0.1–0.5%, although amounts up to 10% may be used depending on formulary needs and desired benefits.