Vitamin E Guide

Vitamin E is an essential nutrient and antioxidant that helps protect cells from free-radical damage. Learn how it supports health, where it comes from, and what to consider when choosing a supplement.

✅ Reviewed by Jamieson's Science Team

Quick Answers

What does vitamin E do?

Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant, helping protect cells and tissues from oxidative damage caused by free radicals.¹

Is vitamin E good for skin?

Jamieson positions vitamin E as part of a healthy-skin routine, with both oral supplements and topical products.

What foods contain vitamin E?

Vitamin E is naturally found in foods such as vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, wheat germ, and some leafy green vegetables.²

What’s the difference between natural and synthetic vitamin E?

Natural vitamin E is labelled with forms beginning with “d”, while synthetic vitamin E may begin with “dl” or “all rac.”²

What is vitamin E?

Vitamin E is an essential, fat-soluble nutrient. Its best-known role is as an antioxidant, helping protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.¹ 

Vitamin E exists in several forms called tocopherols and tocotrienols. Alpha-tocopherol is the form used to establish our daily vitamin E needs.² 

How does vitamin E support the body?

Normal processes in the body create unstable molecules called free radicals. Too many can damage cells and tissues over time. 

Vitamin E helps protect against this oxidative damage. Health Canada also recognizes it as a nutrient that helps maintain good health and prevent vitamin E deficiency.¹ 

Which health goals can vitamin E support?

Beauty

Jamieson positions vitamin E as part of a healthy-skin routine, with oral and topical options for different beauty needs.

Everyday Wellness

Vitamin E provides antioxidant support and helps protect healthy cells and tissues from oxidative damage.¹

Antioxidant Support

Vitamin E helps protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.¹

How can vitamin E fit into your routine?

Vitamin E can come from food, supplements, and for skin care (topical products). 

  • Eat vitamin E-rich foods: Nuts, seeds, vegetable oils, and some leafy greens can contribute vitamin E.² 
  • For antioxidant support: Vitamin E supplements can help protect cells from oxidative damage.¹ 
  • For skin care: Jamieson also offers vitamin E creams and oils that are applied directly to the skin. 
  • Check your other supplements: Multivitamins and combination formulas may already contain vitamin E. 

*It is important to consult your trusted healthcare practitioner before adding any new natural health supplement to your routine. 

What should you look for in a vitamin E supplement?

Start with whether you want oral nutritional support or a topical product for your skin.

  • Check the form: Vitamin E supplements may contain alpha-tocopherol or a mixture of different tocopherols. 
  • Natural or synthetic: Natural vitamin E and synthetic vitamin E have different activity, so compare the form as well as the amount.² 
  • Compare the strength: Jamieson offers oral vitamin E in several strengths, including 100 IU, 200 IU, 400 IU, and 800 IU. 
  • Consider a mixed-tocopherol formula: Jamieson Vitamin E 400 IU Premium provides alpha, beta, delta, and gamma tocopherols. 
  • Oral and topical products are different: Supplements are taken for nutritional and antioxidant support; creams and oils are applied directly to the skin. 
  • Look for an NPN: Choose a licensed oral natural health product with an eight-digit NPN. 
  • Look for quality: Jamieson products are backed by the Jamieson 360 Quality Promise. 

For more than 100 years, Jamieson has combined scientific expertise with rigorous quality testing. Every product is backed by the Jamieson 360 Quality Promise. 

*It is important to consult your trusted healthcare practitioner before adding any new natural health supplement to your routine.  

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FAQs
What does vitamin E do?

Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant, helping protect cells and tissues from oxidative damage caused by free radicals. It also helps prevent vitamin E deficiency.¹

How much vitamin E do adults need?

Health Canada recommends 15 mg per day of alpha-tocopherol for people aged 14 and older, including during pregnancy. Needs increase during breastfeeding.²

What’s the difference between natural and synthetic vitamin E?

Natural vitamin E is generally labelled with a form beginning with “d”, while synthetic forms may begin with “dl” or “all rac.” Health Canada notes that the synthetic form has lower biological activity than the natural form.²

Sources

1. Health Canada. Multi-Vitamin/Mineral Supplements Monograph. Natural and Non-prescription Health Products Directorate.[Text Wrapping Break]https://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/atReq?atid=multi_vitmin_suppl 

2. Health Canada. The Safety of Vitamin E Supplements.[Text Wrapping Break]https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/healthy-living/your-health/food-nutrition/safety-vitamin-supplements.html