Tocopheryl Acetate
Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 10 Sep 2026
Also known as: tocopherol acetate
Also referred to as tocopherol acetate
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What Is 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.
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Clinical Evidence & References
References:
- Aesthetic Surgery Journal, September 2016, pages 959–965 View Study
- Indian Dermatology Online Journal, July-August 2016, pages 311–316 View Study
- Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, June 2010, pages 7013–7020 View Study
- Journal of Investigative Dermatology, November 2001, pages 1212–1217 View Study
- Canadian Family Physician, July 2006, pages 855–856 View Study
- International Journal of Toxicology, November 2002, pages 51-116 View Study
- Dermatologic Surgery, April 1999, pages 311–315 View Study
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Thymus Vulgaris Water
A plant-derived antioxidant water with traditional use in supporting skin comfort
Tocopherol
Vitamin E antioxidant for skin protection
Tocophersolan
A stabilised form of vitamin E that works to neutralise free radical damage
Tocopheryl Linoleate
Form of vitamin E (technically, the ester of tocopherol and linoleic acid)
Tocopheryl Linoleate/Oleate
A vitamin E derivative that helps protect skin from oxidative stress
Tocopheryl Nicotinate
Ester of vitamin E + vitamin B3
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