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Alpha Tocopherol – Antioxidant for Anti-Aging Formulas
Alpha tocopherol is the most classic antioxidant vitamin E, protecting formulas from oxidation while nourishing and conditioning skin, which is why it appears in almost every anti-aging product.
- Protects oils and formulas from oxidation and rancidity
- Nourishes and conditions skin in anti-aging skincare formulas
- Blends into serums, creams, body oils and hair care
Alpha Tocopherol | Bulk Cosmetic‑Grade Natural Vitamin E Raw Material Supplier
Alpha Tocopherol
Buy bulk Alpha Tocopherol, high‑quality cosmetic‑grade natural vitamin E raw material widely sourced for cosmetic and personal‑care manufacturing. As a classic lipid‑soluble antioxidant, Alpha Tocopherol scavenges free radicals, nourishes dry skin, and effectively prevents oil‑based raw materials from oxidation and rancidity. It is broadly applied in facial cream, lotion, facial oil, serum, hair care, lip care and anti‑aging cosmetic formulas. Our natural Alpha Tocopherol is produced under GMP‑compliant production workshops. Free R&D samples are available, complete COA, MSDS, TDS technical documents are provided to support cosmetic registration and formula development, we support worldwide bulk order shipping service.
Product Specification
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Alpha Tocopherol |
| INCI Name | Tocopherol |
| CAS No. | 59‑02‑9 |
| Molecular Formula | C₂₉H₅₀O₂ |
| Molecular Weight | 430.71 |
| Appearance | Yellow‑brown clear viscous oily liquid |
| Purity | ≥98.5% |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; miscible with oils and cosmetic oil‑phase materials |
| Specific Rotation [α]₂₀ᴰ | +24° ~ +28° |
| Acid Value | ≤2.0 mgKOH/g |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤5 mg/kg |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.2% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Recommended Addition Range | Skin care:0.2%‑2.0%; Hair care:0.1%‑1.0%; Facial oil:0.5%‑3.0%; Antioxidant stabilizer:0.05%‑0.5% |
| MOQ | 1kg |
| Shelf Life | 2 years under sealed proper storage |
What Is Alpha Tocopherol?
Alpha Tocopherol, also known as natural Vitamin E, is a lipid‑soluble plant‑derived cosmetic raw material extracted and refined from natural plant oil deodorizer distillates. It is one of the most active forms of vitamin E. Alpha Tocopherol acts as multi‑functional raw material in cosmetic formulations: it works as free‑radical scavenger to deliver antioxidant benefits for skin; meanwhile it serves as a formula stabilizer, protecting oil‑phase components, plant oils and unsaturated lipids from oxidation, discoloration and unpleasant rancid odor.
Our cosmetic‑grade Alpha Tocopherol features high biological activity, low impurity content and stable batch‑to‑batch consistency. It nourishes dry and rough skin, improves skin softness, and fits anti‑aging, nourishing, barrier‑repair, lip care and hair‑care product systems. Each batch supports full technical documents for cosmetic filing and laboratory R&D work.
Core Advantages Of Our Alpha Tocopherol
Powerful Natural Antioxidant Activity
High‑activity alpha tocopherol scavenges skin free radicals, helps reduce oxidative stress caused by external environmental factors, widely used in anti‑oxidation and anti‑aging cosmetic formulas.
Excellent Oil‑Phase Stabilizing Effect
Effectively inhibits oxidation of vegetable oils, squalane, unsaturated esters and other oil‑soluble raw materials, slows down oil rancidity, prevents finished products from turning yellow and generating peculiar smell, extends cosmetic shelf‑life.
Nourish & Soften Dry Skin
Lipid‑soluble nourishing component, improves dry, rough and dull skin texture, enhances skin softness and smoothness, suitable for dry skin and seasonal moisturizing formulations.
Good Compatibility With Oil‑Based Systems
Fully miscible with various cosmetic oils, emollients, oil‑soluble actives, anhydrous formulas and emulsion systems, easy to integrate into diverse cosmetic formula solutions.
Versatile Dual‑Purpose Raw Material
Realize skin‑care antioxidant effect and formula anti‑oxidation stabilization at the same time; can be used as functional active ingredient or auxiliary stabilizing agent according to formulation objectives.
Reliable Quality & Complete Technical Support
High purity ≥98.5%, strict batch‑wise quality inspection, accept third‑party independent laboratory testing. Supply COA, MSDS, TDS together with practical cosmetic formulation guidance for your R&D team.
How Alpha Tocopherol Works In Cosmetic Formulations
Alpha Tocopherol is oil‑soluble raw material and must be added to oil phase during production. When applied topically on skin, alpha tocopherol molecules capture excess free radicals to relieve oxidative damage and nourish skin surface. Inside cosmetic formula, it donates hydrogen to protect unsaturated lipid molecules, delaying oxidation deterioration of oil‑based raw materials.
It can be compounded with other antioxidants to get synergistic effects. Formulators shall carry out compatibility verification and finished‑product stability test before mass production. Final performance depends on addition dosage, matching raw materials, packaging material and storage environment.
Main Application & Suitable End‑Products
Core Formulation Benefits
- -Natural lipid‑soluble antioxidant for skin anti‑oxidation care
- -Stabilize oil‑phase raw materials, prevent oil oxidation rancidity
- -Nourish dry, rough skin and boost skin softness
- -Improve hair dryness and split‑ends, increase hair luster
- -Compatible with emulsion, facial oil, anhydrous balm and lip‑care formulas
Recommended Finished Products
- -Anti‑oxidation & anti‑aging facial cream, lotion and serum
- -Nourishing facial oil, body oil and massage oil
- -Barrier repair & dry‑skin moisturizing skincare
- -Lip balm, lip gloss and other lip‑care products
- -Hair oil, hair serum and damaged hair repair products
- -Sunscreen, after‑sun repair cosmetic products
- -Anhydrous balm, cuticle care and ointment‑type formulations
- -Natural clean‑beauty cosmetic series
Formulation Guide: Dosage, Dispersion & Critical Notes
Recommended addition range: Skin care:0.2%‑2.0%; Hair care:0.1%‑1.0%; Facial oil:0.5%‑3.0%; Antioxidant stabilizer:0.05%‑0.5%. Adjust usage amount according to expected skin‑care efficacy, formula stabilization requirement and local cosmetic regulatory standards.
Processing method: Alpha Tocopherol belongs to oil‑phase raw material. Add together with other oils, emollients and oil‑soluble active ingredients into oil phase before emulsification. Gentle heating is acceptable; fully stir to achieve uniform mixing.
Suggested synergistic ingredients: Combine with vitamin C derivatives for synergistic antioxidant effect; match with squalane, plant oil and ceramides for nourishing barrier‑repair formulas; work together with rosemary extract to strengthen formula anti‑oxidation stabilization performance.
Important formulation reminders
- -Insoluble in water, must be added in oil phase.
- -Avoid long‑term high‑temperature heating and strong light exposure during processing.
- -Excessive dosage may lead to slight yellowing of finished cosmetic products.
- -Raw material is susceptible to oxidation; store away from light and oxygen, keep container tightly closed after opening.
- -Only for cosmetic raw‑material usage. Finished‑product safety assessment and stability test are required before mass production.
Packaging, MOQ & Global Shipping
- -Small package: 1kg /5kg aluminum foil bag with inner PE bag
- -Bulk package: 25kg iron drum
- -Custom package: Custom label service for large‑volume orders
- -MOQ: 1kg
- -Shipping: DHL, FedEx, air freight, sea freight, global door‑to‑door delivery
- -Lead time: 3‑7 working days for sample; 7‑15 working days for bulk order
Storage & Shelf‑Life
Storage Conditions
Store in tightly sealed container. Keep in cool and dry place. Keep away from strong light, high temperature and air oxidation. Seal tightly once opened and use up as soon as possible.
Shelf Life
2 years under original sealed and proper storage environment.
Certifications & Documents
- -GMP compliant production workshop
- -COA, MSDS, TDS documents available for each batch
- -Accept third‑party lab testing
- -Qualified for antioxidant, nourishing skincare, hair‑care and lip‑care raw‑material formulation
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q1: What is Alpha Tocopherol used for in cosmetics?
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Q2: Is Alpha Tocopherol water soluble?
A: No, Alpha Tocopherol is lipid‑soluble raw material, insoluble in water. It should be added into oil phase during cosmetic production. -
Q3: What dosage should I use as formula antioxidant stabilizer?
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Q4: Can Alpha Tocopherol mix with squalane and plant oils?
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Q5: Can you provide COA MSDS and free R&D samples?
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