Vitamin E Oil for Hair Loss—Usage and Benefits

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for healthy hair, good vision, healthy skin, reproduction, and a strong immune system. Though it has several forms, alpha-tocopherol is the one that is suitable for human needs. Vitamin E is present in foods such as vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, leafy greens, and fortified cereals (1).

Of late, vitamin E is touted to be a magical solution for dealing with hair loss issues. As a powerful antioxidant, vitamin E may indeed help with protecting hair from damage and preventing hair loss.

Dive right in to understand its benefits and how to use it for good hair health.

Benefits of Vitamin E for Hair

Vitamin E oil can bestow multiple benefits on hair, including the following:

• Enhancing blood circulation
• Sealing moisture and hydrating hair
• Improving hair growth and preventing hair loss (2)
• Protecting hair from free radical damage
• Adding shine and softness

How to Use Vitamin E Oil for Hair

Pure vitamin E oils usually have high concentrations and can create skin sensitivity. Diluting the vitamin E oil with a carrier oil such as coconut, almond, or olive oils can help nourish hair and prevent skin irritation.

As vitamin E oils rapidly oxidize when exposed to air, using a hair oil that has a blend of vitamin E and other essential oils is also a good option.

The best way to use vitamin E oil is to massage it gently onto the scalp and leave it in for 15-30 minutes before washing it off with a mild shampoo. A conditioner may be used to seal in moisture and make hair more manageable.