- To get the best results, vitamin E should be consumed daily with meals and other vitamins in addition to being applied topically to the skin. The body heals from the inside as well as the outside, so doing this will help to cover all the bases.
Cleanse and moisturize your face first. Be sure to use a moisturizer with a raw honey base to avoid clogging the pores. Even acne-prone skin needs moisture. The goal is to balance out your skin by preventing breakouts and treating existing acne scars. Your hands should be clean and dry before applying the solution. Lightly puncture the gel caps with a clean needle. Then squeeze some vitamin E oil onto your finger and apply very gently to the acne scars, working up in a circular motion. Only apply a small amount at a time and avoid contact with your eyes. Vitamin E should only be used on acne scars -- not live breakouts. - Vitamin E provides a protective barrier to the skin and penetrates the scar. The antioxidants go to work by repairing damage on the skin, which in this case is the scar. Vitamin E has also been helpful with wound healing and for the treatment of other scars. Various gel caps have different concentrations of vitamin E. For the most effective treatment, get a gel with 400 international units or more of pure vitamin E.
- If you have an active breakout, it is best to wait until your skin is clear before apply the vitamin E oil. In some instances vitamin E oil can aggravate cystic acne. Vitamin E is not used for the treatment of acne, but it is rather used for the treatment of the aftereffects of acne: scars.
A small amount goes a long way. You will only need to apply vitamin E capsules to the skin twice per day. However, if you are very busy, then it is important to at least apply the treatment each night. Only buy pure vitamin E capsules with no other added ingredients.