Jorie Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 When is just using Vitamin E ok for a preservative? My assumption would be that it only prevents rancidity of the oils but I'm not sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunny Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 Correct, it helps the shelf life of the oils, but it doesn't protect against mold, yeast, and bacteria. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokymountainraine Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 The vitamin E is only an antioxidant. It will prolong the shelf life of your oils. Lotioncrafters sells it as Covi-Ox T 50 Mixed Tocopherols.http://www.lotioncrafter.com/store/Covi-Ox-T-50-pr-16175.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebecca_IA Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 When is just using Vitamin E ok for a preservative? My assumption would be that it only prevents rancidity of the oils but I'm not sure.The only instance of using "just Vit E" would be okay would be if there is only oils/butters in the product, any water at all, it will not be sufficient.Keep in mind, Vit E alone will not keep the product stable if water is introduced to the product after you make it, folks dipping their fingers in the product with wet hands or a shower running behind them, etc.if you are making whipped butter for yourself, I wouldn't add a preservative, vit E should be sufficient. For customers, better be safe and use what you need and have it tested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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