vitamin E
noun
: any of several fat-soluble vitamins that are chemically tocopherols whose lack in the human body is associated especially with neurological symptoms (as ataxia and muscle weakness), that are found especially in wheat germ, vegetable oils, egg yolk, and green leafy vegetables or are made synthetically, and that are used chiefly in animal feeds and as antioxidants
especially
: alpha-tocopherol
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Some evidence that beta carotene and vitamin E could increase mortality risk.
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Jennifer Lefton, Ms, Rd/n, Cnsc, Fand, Verywell Health, 7 Feb. 2025
Infused with peptides, collagen, and vitamin E, the cream has noticeable youth-restoring effects.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 24 Jan. 2025
Biotin and vitamin E provide essential nourishment to support length and fullness.
—Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 17 Jan. 2025
Gentle enough for sensitive skin, this lightweight number absorbs quickly and leaves a matte finish while its cocktail of antioxidant technology, mineral-sunscreen filter, vitamin E, and thermal spring water treats, protects, and hydrates skin from within.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2025
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Jennifer Lefton, Ms, Rd/n, Cnsc, Fand, Verywell Health, 7 Feb. 2025
Infused with peptides, collagen, and vitamin E, the cream has noticeable youth-restoring effects.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 24 Jan. 2025
Biotin and vitamin E provide essential nourishment to support length and fullness.
—Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 17 Jan. 2025
Gentle enough for sensitive skin, this lightweight number absorbs quickly and leaves a matte finish while its cocktail of antioxidant technology, mineral-sunscreen filter, vitamin E, and thermal spring water treats, protects, and hydrates skin from within.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2025
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“Vitamin E.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vitamin%20E. Accessed 12 Feb. 2025.
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