Do you live in a city? Cities have the highest levels of particulate matter pollution, caused primarily by traffic (abrasion from tires, brakes, road surfaces) and heating systems. This is also the reason for traffic restrictions such as diesel bans.
Did you know that particulate matter also penetrates through the skin? The particles are so small that they penetrate the skin cells. There they cause inflammation and further reduce the skin's barrier function.
There is a current study that examines what can be done about this. First and foremost, of course, is to protect yourself in general. E.g. do not stay on roads, wash your skin. You can also protect yourself against it in the skin. With tocotrienol vitamin E (not conventional alpha-tocopherol).
Here is the study;
If you are looking for tocotrienols for the skin - our cosmetic products all contain plenty of tocotrienols. Visit our Sektion Skin and protect yourself from particulate matter in the skin.
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Among the current studies there is another one for tocotrienols and skin:
Explicating the multifunctional roles of tocotrienol and squalene in promoting skin health
There is evidence that tocotrienols in the skin
- counteract damage to the skin caused by UV light
- support wound healing
- strengthen the skin barrier
Take advantage of the protective effect of tocotrienols on the skin. You can find a good selection in our Sektion Skin