Vitamin E Softgels 60

Vitamin E is fat-soluble, which is why it is nearly always sold as an oil-filled softgel rather than a tablet. 60 softgels to a bottle.

What makes this one different

You get two uses out of the same bottle. Taken as a daily softgel it works as an ordinary supplement. Pierced with a clean pin, the oil inside can be applied straight to dry patches, cuticles, elbows or the ends of hair. Plenty of people buy vitamin E capsules purely for that second use.

It makes the bottle better value than the price suggests, because you are not buying a separate topical oil.

Who tends to buy it

Two groups that barely overlap. People adding a daily vitamin, and people who want a small amount of pure oil for skin and nails without buying a full cosmetic product. Dry South African winters, especially on the highveld, bring in the second group.

How to take it

One softgel daily with food. For topical use, pierce one capsule with a clean pin and apply the oil to the area — a single capsule covers more than most people expect, so start small.

Practical details

• 60 softgels per bottle
• R180, including VAT
• Suitable for swallowing or topical use
• Store cool and dry, away from direct sunlight, out of reach of children
• Free delivery on orders over R500, anywhere in South Africa

For dry skin you may also want the Tlotsa range, our aloe and agave skincare, from R15.

This is a complementary medicine. It has not been evaluated by SAHPRA for safety, quality or intended use. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Speak to a healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking prescribed medication. Patch test before applying to skin.