tocopherol
noun
to·coph·er·ol
tō-ˈkä-fə-ˌrȯl 
-ˌrōl
-ˌrōl
: any of several fat-soluble oily phenolic compounds with varying degrees of antioxidant vitamin E activity
especially
: alpha-tocopherol
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Meanwhile, panthenol hydrates, tocopherol conditions, and niacinamide boosts keratin production to help the lashes grow.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2024
Mixed tocopherols: These natural antioxidants help protect the skin from free radicals and oxidative damage.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 11 Aug. 2023
Apart from providing essential omega-3 fatty acids, which support cardiovascular health and brain function, this supplement also contains vitamin E and mixed tocopherols to prevent oxidation and ensure freshness.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 23 July 2023
No additional flavoring/ingredients other than preservatives (ascorbic acid, alpha-tocopherol) are allowed in GHNA products.
—Good Housekeeping, 4 Mar. 2020
The three most common allergens were fragrances, parabens and tocopherol.
—Jane E. Brody, idahostatesman, 29 Oct. 2017
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2024
Mixed tocopherols: These natural antioxidants help protect the skin from free radicals and oxidative damage.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 11 Aug. 2023
Apart from providing essential omega-3 fatty acids, which support cardiovascular health and brain function, this supplement also contains vitamin E and mixed tocopherols to prevent oxidation and ensure freshness.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 23 July 2023
No additional flavoring/ingredients other than preservatives (ascorbic acid, alpha-tocopherol) are allowed in GHNA products.
—Good Housekeeping, 4 Mar. 2020
The three most common allergens were fragrances, parabens and tocopherol.
—Jane E. Brody, idahostatesman, 29 Oct. 2017
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“Tocopherol.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tocopherol. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.
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tocopherol
noun
to·coph·er·ol
tō-ˈkäf-ə-ˌrȯl
-ˌrōl
Medical Definition
tocopherol
noun
to·coph·er·ol
tō-ˈkäf-ə-ˌrȯl
-ˌrōl
-ˌrōl
: any of several fat-soluble oily phenolic compounds with varying degrees of antioxidant vitamin E activity
especially
: alpha-tocopherol
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