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    Can vitamin E be applied directly on hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and a cosmetology teacher since 2013.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    Yes, you can use vitamin E directly on your strands, but keep it minimal. A little goes a long way.
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    How does vitamin E help your hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and a cosmetology teacher since 2013.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    Vitamin E helps your hair grow and protects it from the sun. It also helps keep your scalp healthy.
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    What can you do with vitamin E oil?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and a cosmetology teacher since 2013.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    You can take it as a supplement or you can apply it topically. Try mixing a few drops in your conditioner.
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    Is vitamin E oil good for scars?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and a cosmetology teacher since 2013.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    Yes, vitamin E promotes healing. It is excellent for fading and smoothing scar tissue.
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    How often should I use vitamin E on my hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and a cosmetology teacher since 2013.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    If your skin isn’t sensitive to it, you can use it every time you shampoo, or up to once a day. If you are using it daily, don’t apply more than a tablespoon at a time.
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    Is this helpful to prevent hair loss problems?
    Hasna
    Community Answer
    Yes, this and biotin are the most helpful things for hair loss. Just do not over-apply.
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    Can I use vitamin E oil mixed with coconut oil overnight on my scalp?
    Community Answer
    Yes, this should be fine for your hair and scalp.
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    Can I use vitamin E for the hair on my skin?
    Community Answer
    Yes, and it is beneficial for your skin. You can use vitamin E oil on your face, but only if you do not have oily skin. Vitamin E oil can be used to moisturize your skin while it helps plump out small wrinkles, such as crow's feet or lines around the mouth. Mostly, it will soothe dry skin.
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    How can I treat split ends?
    Community Answer
    You could always just get a small trim to get rid of the split ends, and then treat the hair with oil to prevent them from recurring.
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