Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin E (gamma tocopherol)
For the health condition: Wrinkles

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Vitamin E, particularly in the form of tocopherols (including gamma tocopherol), has a long-standing traditional use in skincare for the treatment and prevention of wrinkles. This tradition is based on its role as an antioxidant, which is believed to help protect the skin from oxidative stress and damage caused by environmental factors such as UV radiation and pollution—processes implicated in skin aging and wrinkle formation. Many topical creams and lotions include Vitamin E, and it has been widely promoted in the beauty industry for decades as a means to maintain youthful skin and reduce fine lines. However, scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of gamma tocopherol (or Vitamin E in general) specifically for treating wrinkles is limited and mixed. While some in vitro and animal studies suggest that Vitamin E can reduce oxidative skin damage, clinical studies in humans are few and often methodologically weak, with inconsistent findings regarding wrinkle reduction. The majority of available research focuses on Vitamin E’s photoprotective properties or its effect on general skin healing and moisture retention, rather than direct anti-wrinkle effects. As such, the use of Vitamin E for wrinkles is primarily justified by tradition and anecdotal reports, with only modest scientific backing.

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