In our reference data, Vitamin E Oil can feed Malassezia (fungal acne).
Vitamin E (tocopherol) is a fat-soluble antioxidant used in skincare to protect skin lipids from oxidative damage and to condition and moisturize the skin. It is also commonly added to formulations to stabilize oils and other antioxidants like vitamin C.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Allergic contact dermatitis | Uncommon | Tocopherol and its esters can sensitize susceptible individuals, causing itching, redness, or rash. |
| Skin irritation or stinging | Uncommon | More likely with high concentrations or on broken/sensitive skin. |
| Comedogenicity / acne flare | Uncommon | Oil-based forms may clog pores in acne-prone individuals. |
| Contact urticaria | Rare | Hives at the application site reported in isolated cases. |
| Erythema multiforme-like eruption | Very rare | Widespread reaction documented in rare case reports following topical use. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.