Question 1

how much is safe of vitamin e oil applied to skin? have a bottle that says 15, 000 iu. when putting on skin, is it absorbed the same as ingesting v.e?

Accepted Answer

Vit e skin: Yes , this is safe and is absorbed well by the skin.

Question 2

will vitamin e oil clog my pores?

Accepted Answer

No: Not in my experience 
we usually use it for scar management.

Question 3

does vitamin e oil help stretch marks?

Accepted Answer

Vit E: Topical oils can help reduce stretch marks.

Question 4

can i use vitamin e oil to rub on my skin?

Accepted Answer

You can, but...: ...It's not going to do much of anything, other than plug up some oil glands. Despite what you read on-line concerning its miraculous ability to heal scars and heaven knows what else, there is no credible evidence of any beneficial effects from topical application of vitamin e.

Question 5

is it safe to use vitamin e oil on children

Accepted Answer

It depends!: Definitely don't give oral vitamin E unless your child's doctor prescribes it for a specific medical condition, i.e., a deficiency.  Using vitamin E oil on a small area of the skin should not cause problems, but it may not be the optimal treatment for what your child has.  Your child's doctor can tell you what is best.

Question 6

how do i apply vitamin e oil on stretch marks?

Accepted Answer

Stretch marks: Apply vit e topically and/or any topical moisturizer to prevent worsening and help stretch marks repair.

Question 7

should vitamin e oil be applied before fade cream?

Accepted Answer

Can be!: Apply after! but can be apllied together, but the fade cream will be diluted and less potent.

Question 8

can you tell me if i could find vitamin e oil in a pharmacy?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin E: Yes, you can find bottles of vitamin E in most drug stores.  They also have it in capsule form.  Look for "mixed tocopherols" to get the best quality.  Be sure to consult w/doctor first.  Peace and good health.

Question 9

can you please describe the effects and benefits of using vitamin e oil on your face?

Accepted Answer

Beautiful skin: It repairs and maintains skin health.

Question 10

vitamin e oil for face when should it be applied and how much per week.any duration after which theface should be washed.

Accepted Answer

Vitamin E oil: is best applied to the face before sleep.  If it soils bed linins you can put a towel on your pillow. Wash as normal in the morning.  You can take vitamin E orally in the morning.  Peace and good health.  Check w/your doc about this and all matters.

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