Authority source
Safety basis: CIR
CIR assessment
Antioxidant, Skin-conditioning agent
Tocopherol is a form of Vitamin E that helps protect your skin from damage caused by things like sunlight and pollution. It also helps keep products fresh by stopping oils from going bad.
What it is
Tocopherol is a fat-soluble vitamin and a powerful antioxidant that helps protect cells from oxidative damage and is often used to preserve product integrity.
Found in
moisturizers, serums, sunscreens, lip balms, anti-aging products, hair care products
The concern
No significant concerns identified when used in cosmetic and personal care products.
Legal status
Tocopherol is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for certain food uses and is widely permitted in cosmetics in the EU and other regions without significant restrictions.
Source: CIR assessment
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has found tocopherol to be safe for use in cosmetics.
Authority source
CIR assessment
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Dr. Eric Berg DC
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