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

does vitamin e oil go bad?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can: Being a fat-soluble vitamin, vitamin e can go rancid.

Question 3

is expired vitamin e oil ok?

Accepted Answer

Get new: It's not that expensive, and any oil can become rancid over time. Best to get fresh.

Question 4

what is vitamin e.oil. used for?

Accepted Answer

On skin: Vit e oil on skin is used as an antioxidant which neutralizes substances on the skin that cause dryness and damage collagen in your skin. It can be used to treat minor sunburn. Taking vit e by mouth is also felt to combat chromosomal damage and thus cellular damage  in the body  and premature aging of the skin. You can make your own vit e oil by adding a tablespoon of olive oil to a few vit e caps.

Question 5

does 100 vitamin e oil really expire?

Accepted Answer

Vit E: Some oils, even the oils we use in cooking, can become rancid if too old.  Best to check the dates of expiration on all oil products, including vitamins e, flaxseed oil, and the omega 3's.

Question 6

is it bad to use expired vitamin e oil?

Accepted Answer

Just not as effectiv: All chemical compounds deteriorate with time and become less potent. Generally, medications have a predicted effective-shelf-life. Fortunately meds often don't spoil, but can become less and less effective being left in cabinet too long after expiring. So, it may not be bad to take, but it may not have as much therapeutic value if expired too long. Consult doc. Good luck.

Question 7

what can taking vitamin e oil do for you?

Accepted Answer

Nothing!: I would avoid anything focussed on vitamin-e...It is not required for good health. It actually might be harmful!

Question 8

where can i find 100% natural vitamin e oil?

Accepted Answer

It is not needed!: You do not need to waste money buying vitamin e oil as it has very little, if any use for human body. It might even be harmful. I hope this will help to save you some money as so many people waste money using multiple vitamin supplements when all their vitamin needs can be easily met with healthy eating!

Question 9

how to tell if i am allergic to vitamin e oil?

Accepted Answer

Exposure & symptoms: Theoretically, if a product is only oil without protein or carbohydrate, it would be highly unlikely to have trigger an allergic reaction.  If symptoms occurred after ingestion or application and improved with avoidance of the product, then this is suspicious for an adverse reaction.  An allergist can review the other ingredients as it may be a hidden allergen.

Question 10

is it ok to use vitamin e oil all over including back?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: There would not be any concerns.

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