Antioxidants in Oil-Based Formulas (Vitamin E, ROE, Coconut Oil)

Asked by: himyangel On: March 07, 2016 Product Type: Cosmetics Answered

Question

Regarding antioxidants in oil-based formulations:

  1. Which antioxidant is recommended for oil-based formulas where oil is the main ingredient: Vitamin E or ROE?
  2. Does Fractionated Coconut Oil need an antioxidant when used in a lip product formulation?
  3. Is adding 1% ROE dangerous, or does it only affect color and smell without danger?

Answer

Antioxidants in Oil-Based Formulas

Here are the answers to your questions regarding antioxidants in oil-based formulations:

  1. Which antioxidant (Vitamin E or ROE) should be used in oil-based formulas?

    • Both Vitamin E and ROE can be used. Research indicates that ROE is more effective, but it has a distinct smell and is more expensive.

  2. Does cold-pressed coconut oil need an antioxidant for lip products?

    • If you are using the Fractionated Coconut Oil sold by our company, it is not necessary to add an antioxidant.

  3. Is using 1% ROE dangerous?

    • Using 1% ROE is not dangerous, but it is unnecessary. The effectiveness of antioxidants does not always increase with higher concentrations. Beyond a certain point, adding more does not provide additional benefits, although it may not be harmful.

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Antioxidant Effectiveness Lip Product Oil-based Formulation Safety