Effects of Vitamin E on the Formation of Sunburn Cells

• Vitamin E acetate was topically applied to guinea pigs ^{REF 124 & REF 125}

From the table below we can note that the amount and number of applications of vitamin E had a direct influence on reducing sunburn cells in the skin.

Vitamin E and Vitamin C Protect UV-Exposed Skin from Formation of Sunburn Cells.

• This in vivo study was conducted with pig skin with treatment twice daily for 3 days with test substances applied 30 minutes prior to UVB irradiation. Dose: 300 mJ/cm² (3-4 MED) ^{REF 127}

Other vitamin E tests on the skin

• Absorption of vitamin E by the skin
• Sunlight destroys vitamin E in the skin
• Vitamin E helps prevent free radical damage to the skin
• Vitamin E and the formation of sunburn cells