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Do we really need to wash your face?

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Definitely—you should wash your face everyday. Our skin has natural oils on it, and our face has oil glands; over time, yeast can grow in these oil glands and on the surface of your skin. So, if you don't wash your face daily you can start to get a mild yeast infection of the skin. While this isn't necessarily harmful, it can leave you with textured, itchy, and flaky skin.

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What are the other benefits of Vitamin E for my skin?

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Beyond its antioxidant properties, it also supports skin health by promoting cell regeneration and aiding in the repair of damaged skin tissues. Additionally, vitamin E contributes to maintaining the skin's moisture balance, which is crucial for its overall health and resilience. Its anti-inflammatory properties further help soothe and calm irritated or inflamed skin, making it a versatile nutrient for maintaining a radiant and healthy complexion.

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Can I apply vitamin E oil on my face?

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Yes, you can do this, and the steps above in this article explain just how to do this as part of a facial treatment. Do be aware that it is quite a thick oil and won’t seep into your skin as lighter oils will. Thus, leaving vitamin E oil on your skin for a long time may feel sticky and greasy, and if you have a problem with clogged pores or skin breakouts, it would be best to only use the treatment as specified in this article, rinsing it off after 15 minutes.

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Can we use vitamin E oil on oily skin?

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If your skin is already oily, using vitamin E oil is probably not the best treatment, as it is a thick oil that may increase the chances of clogged pores and additional oiliness. Vitamin E oil is recommended more for dry or aging skin types. However, the treatment outlined in this article is rinsed off after 15 minutes, which makes it less likely to clog your skin than if the oil were to be left on; if you wish to follow the treatment and your skin is oily, restrict its use to weekly or even monthly.

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What are the benefits of vitamin E oil on the face?

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Being an antioxidant, vitamin E can kill the free radicals that can cause skin damage. This may help to reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles on your face. This vitamin oil also moisturizes your skin and may alleviate minor itching or skin dryness. Research has so far failed to back up claims made that it reduces scars once they’ve formed but keeping skin well moisturized with a product such as vitamin E oil during wound healing may reduce the likelihood of scarring.

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Would using this for black spots have any side effects?

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None, unless you have very sensitive skin in which case the oil might irritate it or cause your pores to clog up.

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Can I put vitamin E oil on a post surgery scar?

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Yes. Vitamin E oil can help scars get a little smaller and be less noticeable.

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Can I use these methods on my body as well?

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Absolutely! You can use vitamin E oil all over your body, not just your face.

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How many times should this treatment be applied?

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It's completely up to you, there's nothing harmful in Vitamin E, use it as frequently as you want.

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Can I go to bed with vitamin E oil on my face?

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Yes, but it will be sticky.

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Can I leave Vitamin E oil on my face for a few hours?

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Yes, you can leave it on for as long as you like.

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Why does it feel like my skin still has oil on it after washing it off?

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That's normal. Since the oil is so thick, it can be difficult to wash it off completely. It will soak into your skin soon though.

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Can this be applied to dry skin?

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Yes, this is great for dry skin as it has moisturizing agents and you can apply it with rose water and glycerine for smooth skin.

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Can I mix vitamin E with coconut oil and use it on my face?

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Coconut oil can clog pores on the face, causing pimples. Choose a better carrier oil, like Moroccan argan oil, or just add drops of vitamin E into a daily moisturizer. As a body moisturizer, coconut oil and vitamin E would work.

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Can I use a vitamin E on my face every day?

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Yes, you can use it everyday. You can also add with rose water or mix with any night cream. It'll hydrate your skin very well.

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Can I use this if I am a young teen girl?

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Of course you can. But it may clog your pores if you use too much of it on sensitive skin.

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How long do I need to take vitamin E to get results?

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It depends on how big the scar is, but typically a few months.

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Can I put this on my skin after a shower and leave it on my skin like lotion, or does it need to be washed off?

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Yes. You can use after the shower, leave it on your skin for 30 minutes and wash it off with cold water. If you have sensitive skin, you can use vitamin E twice a week, as well.

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Is it safe to leave the vitamin E on my face if I am out in the sun?

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No, ideally you shouldn't leave vitamin E on your face if you'll be out in the sun unless it has had time to be completely absorbed.

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I am 18+ years old. Can I use vitamin e capsules on my hair and face?

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Yes, there are no age requirements or limitations when it comes to using vitamin e, and it's very effective.

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How do I know my skin type?

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If you are prone to acne, you probably have oily skin. If you have problems with flaky dryness, you probably have dry skin. If you have sometimes have one or the other or both of these problems, you probably have combination skin.

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Can I use it on my stretch marks? If so, how?

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Yes, vitamin e oil works well to reduce the appearance of stretch marks. Simply massage the oil into the stretch marks with your fingers and let it soak into your skin.

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Does vitamin E whiten skin?

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No, vitamin E does not whiten skin.

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Should I do this nightly?

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Yes. It works better if you leave it overnight, so the skin absorbs it well.

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Are there side effects to using vitamin E oil every day?

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No, there are no side effects of using vitamin E oil. You can use it as frequently as you want.

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Even after washing my face with cleanser, it was still sticky. How can I remove this stickiness after applying vitamin E oil from the capsule?

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Clean your face properly with a cleanser and then take a cotton ball and just wipe off the remaining oil. Anything that remains should be absorbed into your skin within 10 minutes.

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