9. Best vitamin E oil for body
Jason Vitamin E Skin Oil
- Price: $$
- Key ingredients: Tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E), sunflower seed oil, borage seed oil, safflower seed oil, macadamia seed oil, evening primrose oil, black currant seed oil
- Skin type it’s best for: dry/dehydrated skin
- Size: 1 oz.
- What we like: price; one drop goes a long way
- What we don’t like: does not contain other active ingredients
It’s hard to find a bad review for this under-$20 oil — it’s loved by nearly all 19,000+ reviewers for its ability to nourish super-dry areas including elbows, knees, and heels. It can be applied directly to the skin or added to your favorite body lotion when your skin is in need of serious softness.
Some reviewers say they have acne-prone skin yet this product — surprisingly — doesn’t make them breakout. That could be thanks to sunflower seed oil and safflower seed oil which (like vitamin E) have anti-inflammatory agents.
Other reviewers praise the product for not being too oily, and others claim it helps with the treatment of keratosis pilaris, which causes bumps on the skin.
Final selling feature: The formula is free of parabens, sulfates, phthalates and petrolatum, and it’s not tested on animals.
10. Best vitamin E oil for sunburns
Face Theory Rejuvenating Jojoba Face Oil O2
- Price: $$
- Key ingredients: Tocopherol (1 percent vitamin E, naturally derived), jojoba seed oil (organic)
- Skin type it’s best for: most skin types
- Size: 3.4 oz.
- What we like: simple (but effective) ingredient list
- What we don’t like: some reviewers don’t love the scent
Made for multiple skin types, this face oil combines jojoba oil and vitamin E into a serum that protects against sun damage and prevents signs of aging.
Jojoba oil wears many hats — it provides deep hydration, makes skin glow, rescues dry cuticles, and even soothes sunburns. Pair that with the great vitamin E, and you have a product that’s dedicated entirely to moisturizing and soothing skin.
Most online reviewers reported softer skin after using. Some felt their skin didn’t absorb the product properly, and others weren’t a fan of the scent.