What is Mixed Tocopherol Oil?
Tocopherols are a family of compounds that together make up different forms of vitamin E. When you buy a supplement that's advertised as "mixed tocopherols," you're purchasing a mixture of several different types of vitamin E.
Mixed tocopherols are one of those commonly misunderstood ingredients. Tocopherols are found in everything from kibble, to training treats, supplements, shampoo, and more. In fact, tocopherols are one of the most common ingredients used in pet goods. But what are they, and why are they so popular?
To explain it simply, mixed tocopherols are a combination of different sources of Vitamin E. They can be a mixture of alpha-tocopherol, beta-tocopherol, gamma-tocopherol, and delta-tocopherol, which are all natural forms of Vitamin E. Tocopherols do differ very slightly in chemical structure, but are essentially the same. They're usually sourced from nuts, seeds, healthy oils, and even spinach.
Vitamin E is important for many pets, including dogs and cats, as it serves a variety of important functions. Firstly, Vitamin E acts as a powerful antioxidant, helping prevent cell damage from free radicals, which are closely associated with a number of serious diseases including cancers, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and more. Secondly, Vitamin E is a dynamic helper for both the immune system, as well as the circulatory system. It helps to maintain strong, healthy muscles, keeping your pet agile as they age. On top of these benefits, Vitamin E also contributes to better eyesight, a healthy skin and coat, and more!
The benefits of our Mixed Tocopherol Oil
Works as a Powerful Antioxidant:Tocopherol works as a powerful antioxidant, preventing damage caused by oxidative stress. Research shows that it has protective effects on cell membranes that are vulnerable to free radical attack.
This makes vitamin E an immune-boosting vitamin.
Alpha-tocopherol appears to inhibit the production of new free radicals, and gamma-tocopherol is able to trap and neutralize existing free radicals. This gives it the power to potentially prevent or delay chronic diseases that are associated with free radicals, like atherosclerosis, asthma, degenerative eye disease, diabetes and cancer.
Acts as Anti-inflammatory Agent:
Tocopherol exhibits anti-inflammatory activity both within the body and on your skin. It's used in topical products and taken internally to combat inflammation, which we know is the root of many serious health conditions.
A study published in Molecular Aspects of Medicine found that mixed tocopherols may be more potent in reducing inflammation than a-tocopherol alone. For this reason, supplementing with mixed tocopherols may help reduce inflammatory diseases like cardiovascular disease, rheumatoid arthritis and neurodegenerative diseases.
Hydrates the Skin:
Vitamin E for skin is extremely popular because the compounds improve skin moisture and elasticity. This is why you often find tocopherol in youth serums, eye creams and body lotions.
Research published in the Journal of Molecular Medicine highlights that vitamin E preparations reduce the frequency and severity of skin issues. It has protective and healing effects, hydrating the skin and reducing the effects of environmental damage.
Thickens Hair:
Because this vitamin E isomer works as a powerful antioxidant, it helps prevent or improve environmental damage to your hair. It also promotes circulation and helps retain moisture, so it can help reduce dandruff and itchy scalp.
A review published in Dermatology and Therapy notes that vitamin E deficiency is often seen in people experiencing hair loss. This is likely linked to the antioxidant properties in vitamin E compounds.
The application of Mixed Tocopherol Oil
This beautiful, enriching oil energises and enhances the skin's natural regenerative processes and softens scar tissue. Incredibly nourishing and nutritive, try adding a small amount of Vitamin E oil to your oils and creams to increase their shelf life.
A beautiful, rich thick, dark red or amber oil, Vitamin E is best blended with other oils as it is naturally heavy and sticky.
A natural D-Mixed tocopherol which is a mixture of all the natural Vitamin E isomers not just the alpha tocopherol. It offers a very good balance of suitability for use as a skin conditioning agent and also as an antioxidant in oil phase products. It is not wheat derived and is certified GMO free.
Mixed tocopherols are organic compounds commonly found in nuts, seeds, grains, legumes and leafy green vegetables. They have antioxidant properties that are especially useful in fats and oils - protecting against oxidation, preventing rancidity, extending shelf life and preserving taste.
Our manufacturer of Mixed Tocopherol Oil
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