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Vitamin E Oil for Cysts: Natural Healing and Skin Benefits

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Vitamin E oil is a well-known skincare ingredient that offers a range of benefits, particularly for its antioxidant and healing properties. These qualities make it an effective natural remedy for treating cysts, especially sebaceous cysts. This article explores how topical vitamin E oil can help reduce cysts and promote skin health, along with guidance on how to use it effectively.

How Vitamin E Oil Works for Cysts

Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the skin from oxidative stress and damage caused by free radicals. When applied topically, vitamin E oil can provide several benefits that support the healing of cysts:

Antioxidant Properties: Vitamin E neutralizes free radicals that can damage skin cells and contribute to cyst formation. By protecting the skin from oxidative stress, vitamin E helps promote healthier skin and reduce the likelihood of cyst recurrence.

Moisturizing and Healing: Vitamin E oil is highly moisturizing, which helps soften the skin and promote the healing of cysts. It can also help prevent scarring by keeping the skin hydrated during the healing process.

Anti-inflammatory Effects: Vitamin E has mild anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce the swelling and redness associated with cysts, making them less noticeable and more comfortable.

Benefits of Using Vitamin E Oil for Cysts

Using vitamin E oil topically can offer several benefits for managing cysts:

  • Reduces Inflammation: The anti-inflammatory properties of vitamin E oil help reduce the size and discomfort of cysts, promoting faster healing.
  • Prevents Scarring: By keeping the skin moisturized and promoting cell regeneration, vitamin E oil can help minimize scarring after the cyst has healed.
  • Supports Skin Health: Vitamin E oil nourishes the skin, helping to maintain its overall health and reducing the risk of future cyst formation.

How to Use Vitamin E Oil for Cysts

To effectively use vitamin E oil as a treatment for cysts, follow these steps:

  • Topical Application: Clean the area around the cyst thoroughly with soap and water. Apply a small amount of vitamin E oil directly to the cyst and gently massage it into the skin. You can also cover the area with a bandage or gauze to keep the oil in place and protect your clothing.
  • Combine with Other Oils: For enhanced benefits, you can mix vitamin E oil with other beneficial oils like coconut oil or tea tree oil. This combination can provide additional moisturizing, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory effects.
  • Repeat Daily: For best results, apply vitamin E oil to the cyst 1-2 times a day until you notice a reduction in size and discomfort.

Precautions and Considerations

While vitamin E oil is generally safe for most people, consider the following precautions when using it to treat cysts:

  • Skin Sensitivity: Some individuals may experience skin irritation or an allergic reaction to vitamin E oil. Before applying it to a larger area, perform a patch test on a small area of skin.
  • Consult a Healthcare Provider: If the cyst is large, painful, or shows signs of infection, such as redness, warmth, or pus, consult a healthcare provider before relying solely on vitamin E oil or any other home remedy.
  • Avoid Overuse: While vitamin E oil benefits skin health, excessive use can sometimes lead to clogged pores or breakouts. Use it in moderation and monitor your skin’s response.

Conclusion

Topical vitamin E oil offers a natural and effective remedy for treating cysts thanks to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and healing properties. Incorporating vitamin E oil into your skincare routine can help reduce cyst size, prevent scarring, and promote overall skin health. However, it’s important to use vitamin E oil carefully, especially if you have sensitive skin, and consult with a healthcare provider if the cyst does not improve or if complications arise.

Have you tried vitamin E oil for cysts? Share your experiences and read feedback from others below who have found relief with this natural remedy!

The comments below reflect the personal experiences and opinions of readers and do not represent medical advice or the views of this website. The information shared has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease or health condition. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical concerns.
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Posted by Iris (Chicago, Il, Usa) on 01/07/2011
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My 7 month old son developed a benign cyst just under the skin in the lower abdominal area. It appeared suddenly and within a week grew to tthe size of 5mm and became very red. There was no head to the cyst so I knew that it was not like a pimple. We took him to the doctor who then sent us for an ultrasound and then when he got the unltrasound results, he sent us to a plastic surgeon. I didn't want to put my baby in for surgery, yet I knew that if it got infected it could be bad, since I myself had that experience about 10 years ago and had to go into emergency surgery for a cyst on my back.

Anyway, I read here that Vitamin E oil could help so I bought a high quality natural vitamin E Oil (32, 000 iu) and rubbed it gently into the area of the cyst on my son several times a day. I have now been applying it for about 6 weeks and the cyst is almost completely gone. Now when I rub I feel a teeny bump inside that is smaller than 1mm, but it is getting smaller every day and I am fairly confident it will disappear altogether.There is still a red spot on the skin, but that seems to be getting dry sort of like a scab and I am guessing that will go away completely in time. Thank you for the posts about the vitamin E oil!!!! It worked to prevent surgery for my baby boy!! I hope my post can help others too.

Replied by Iris
(Chicago, Il)
01/19/2011
★★★★★

I have now been applying the Vitamin E oil regularly - about once or twice a day. I just put a drop or two on my finger tip and rub it onto the spot on my son's abdomen. It is pretty much completely gone. All that is left is a little light red mark on his skin, but the bump underneath is gone. Thank you earth clinic!

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Posted by Carolyn (Pittsburgh, PA) on 01/29/2008
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After finding a lump in my breast, rushing to a doctor, I was told that I needed to find a surgeon, before a scan was even taken. After the scan, I was informed that it was merely a cyst and I could either have it aspirated with a needle, or just leave it, as it would cause no harm. I left it alone, and remembered being told that vitamin E can cause cysts to go away. It worked and when the cyst came back a year later, I went straight to the vitamin E bottle, and next doctor appointment, there was no signs of the cyst.I take it continually now. I am currently taking vitamin E (as d-alpha Tocopheryl Acetate) 1000 IU, but if I recall, I was taking 400 IU when my cyst dissolved

Replied by Orange
(Orlando, Fl)
10/30/2014

I have sebaceous cyst in groin area, right where the leg meets torso, right where the panties rub against the skin. Had one couple of years ago. Went to dermatologist, done biopsy, said it' s not dangerous, just the location of it so gross. It went away itself after I gave up undies that where aggrivating it. Now it cameback a slightly lower, it is infected at the moment and hurts sometimes. Recently it broke as result of underwear and a always pad rubbing it while shopping groceries.I read almost all posts, was happy to find about castor oil, but the article here says it cannot be used on broken skin. The cyst is broke recently, but drained a little, most of the puss is inside. I don't even try to sqeeze it as it is really painful. my question is: can vitamin E oil be applied on broken cyst? I also have one in my armpit. These two appeared almost at the same time. The one in armpit doesn't bother me much, it's almost gone by now. I used to apply eucaliptus essential oil, but not sure if it did help. But the one in groin bother me a lot as I can't wear panties, they rub just right at cyst which aggravates it great deal. Thinking to get boy style shorts type underwear now although I don' really like them. Another problem is it' s really hard to fix a band aid in that area when applying ointments. Luckily, I work from home, so I can wear something without underwear, but still have to go outside sometime... Found one article about bloodroot salve that seems to help a lot, but not sure if such strong remedy is required as the cyst is about the size Of pea. If anyone have any info, it will be appreciated.

Replied by Mama to Many
(Tennessee)
10/30/2014

Dear Orange,

Frankincense essential oil has been very helpful to my family for cysts. It is gentle and can be used on broken skin. It can be hard to find 100% but I think Now sells one that is 25% Frankincense so it is already diluted and ready to use.

Charcoal poultices may also be helpful to draw out infection. They help inflammation and pain. You could try them overnight when you aren't moving much--maybe wear some type of bike shorts to hold the poultice on?

Turmeric internally, a teaspoon a couple of times a day may also help a surprising amount.

I hope you get some relief soon. Let us know how it goes.

~Mama to Many~

Replied by Sp
(New Jersey, US)
10/30/2014
30 posts

Hi Orange, when I get cysts I treat them from the inside and the outside. They come from the inside, but they make it to the outside so I find they need be be tackled from both sides. On the outside I use zinc oxide ointment, several applications a day as needed. Slather it on and cover with a band-aid if need be, depends on the location. You can also put a panty-liner in your clothes for the area. For the inside I take probiotics before bed and turmeric with meals. That's what works for me.



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