Free tocopherol; direct antioxidant, no bioconversion needed; synergistic with vitamin C and ferulic acid; less stable in formulation than acetate ester; prevents rancidity in oil-containing products; natural d-alpha (RRR) more potent than synthetic dl-alpha
Function & Common Use
Antioxidant / Skin Conditioning
Antioxidant
Serums antioxidant formulas oils preservative-free products
Vegetable (wheat germ soybean) / Synthetic
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alpha-Tocopherol safe to use in skincare?
Alpha-Tocopherol has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Free tocopherol; direct antioxidant, no bioconversion needed; synergistic with vitamin C and ferulic acid; less stable in formulation than acetate ester; prevents rancidity in oil-containing products; natural d-alpha (RRR) more potent than synthetic dl-alpha
Is Alpha-Tocopherol allowed in India?
Alpha-Tocopherol is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Alpha-Tocopherol used for in cosmetics?
Alpha-Tocopherol functions as: Antioxidant / Skin Conditioning. It is commonly found in: Serums antioxidant formulas oils preservative-free products.
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