Primary lipid-phase antioxidant; protects formula and skin from oxidative stress; vegetable-derived (soy/sunflower) is standard; synthetic DL-alpha-tocopherol is less potent
Function & Common Use
Antioxidant / Skin Conditioner
Antioxidant
All product types, antioxidant stabiliser
Vegetable / 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 Tocopherol safe to use in skincare?
Tocopherol has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Primary lipid-phase antioxidant; protects formula and skin from oxidative stress; vegetable-derived (soy/sunflower) is standard; synthetic DL-alpha-tocopherol is less potent
Is Tocopherol allowed in India?
Tocopherol is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Tocopherol used for in cosmetics?
Tocopherol functions as: Antioxidant / Skin Conditioner. It is commonly found in: All product types, antioxidant stabiliser.
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