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Rosemary extract is the most effective of this antioxidant class. It is not the same as rosemary essential oil. Rosemary Extract (ROE) is a stronger formulation and includes more of the products of distillation. Using ROE will give off a slight herbaceous smell, but it can be covered or enhanced by other fragrances. ROE is oil soluble and should be blended in the oil stage of making lotions and creams.
Vitamin E is the oldest and most well known of all antioxidants. Vitamin was the first to be introduced to the market and was not only used as an antioxidant, but as a moisturizer. Like ROE, Vitamin E is oil soluble. Not only can vitamin E add to the creaminess of a blend it does provide protection. There are 2 types of vitamin E oil available: natural (d-tocopherol) and synthetic (dl-tocopherol). Only the natural vitamin E has antioxidant value. If you wish to use vitamin E for its protection qualities you can find NATURAL Vitamin E in capsules from health food stores.
