TOCOPERHOL (VITAMIN E)

We are pleased to be able to supply Cosmetic Vitamin E in one of the purest forms, with a minimum of a 70% mixture of alpha, beta, gamma and delta tocopherols in Sunflower Seed Oil.

Although not a preservative, Tocopherol plays a very important part in blends, especially those that contain essential oil as the natural antioxidant properties stop peroxides from forming in your essential oil blends (whether they be in creams, lotions, oils or gels) which can be harmful to the skin and subsequently ensure the freshness and quality of your blends in addition to adding antoxidant properties to your final skincare product.

The ability of Tocopherol to stop the formation of peroxides is diminished by exposure to air. If you are looking for a product which stops the formation of peroxides longer, then Tocopheryl acetate (Synthetic Vitamin E) will give a longer protection, however doesn't have the 100% natural credentials that Tocopherol does.

LATIN NAME

Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

CAS NUMBER

54-28-4

ORIGIN

100% natural extraction from the Soy Bean

HOW TO USE

The ability of Tocopherol is diminished by heat therefore you should add the Tocopherol at the coolest temperatures possible in your blend. If you are looking for a more heat resistant Vitamin E, you should consider Tocopheryl acetate.

We recommend normal usage level of around 0.2%

PRODUCTS TO USE IN

• Moisture Cream
• Moisture Lotion
• Body Butter
• Cleanser
• Face Mask
• Skin Peels
• Shower Gel
• Shampoo
• Conditioner

PRECAUTIONS

Tocopherol  should not be applied neat to the skin. It should always be used in dilution within products.

When blending always take the following precautions:

• Use gloves (disposable are ideal)
• Take care when handling hot oils
• Wear eye protection
• Work in a well ventilated room
• Keep ingredients and hot oils away from children
• If ingested, seek immediate medical advice
• If contact made with eyes, rinse immediately with clean warm water and seek medical advice if in any doubt.

SPECIFICATIONS

A non gmo soya based mixture of alpha, beta, gamma and delta tocopherols in sunflower oil.

Derived from a Gluten containing natural source.

Application: Used widely in the Food and Cosmetics industry for its nutritional and preservative values.

ANALYTICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Appearance: Clear yellow to brownish red liquid.

Odour: Characteristic, Bland.

Acidity (ml/g): 1.0 max

Heavy Metals (ppm): 10 max

Arsenic (ppm): 3.0 max

Total Tocopherols (mg/g): 680 min

Total Tocopherols (%): 70 min

Alpha Tocopherol (%): 14 max

Beta/Gamma/Delta Tocopherol (%): 56 min

Specific Rotation (⁰): +20 min

Flash Point ⁰C: 255⁰C (Cleveland method)

SAFETY FIRST

In addition to our precautions and general safety information, we always recommend keeping a first aid kit nearby. You are working with hot water and oils, accidents can happen, so always be prepared!