Vitamin E acts an antioxidant, a compound that protects other compounds from attack by highly reactive molecules known as free radicals. White blood cells, our bodies defense against disease, are protected by vitamin E.

Vitamin E provides antioxidant properties to soaps and cosmetics. It is claimed to help prevent wrinkling of the skin and scarring.

Tocopherols, a classification within the vitamin E group, are fat soluble antioxidant compounds used to preserve soap.