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What Is Vitamin E?

Vitamin E isn’t actually just one substance.

It is the name given to a group of eight fat-soluble compounds: four tocopherols and four tocotrienols.

Of these, alpha-tocopherol is the form that the human body preferentially maintains and the form used to establish vitamin E nutritional requirements. Vitamin E also acts as an antioxidant, helping protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. Office of Dietary Supplements

Vitamin E is naturally present in foods such as:

• nuts
• seeds
• vegetable oils
• green vegetables
• some fortified foods

For adults, the recommended dietary allowance for vitamin E is 15 mg of alpha-tocopherol per day. Office of Dietary Supplements

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Natural vs Synthetic Vitamin E

This is one section of my original article that definitely needed an update.

I previously wrote:

“Natural vitamin E is better.”

That’s too simplistic.

Vitamin E supplements can contain naturally sourced or synthetic alpha-tocopherol.

On labels:

• d-alpha-tocopherol generally refers to naturally sourced vitamin E.
• dl-alpha-tocopherol generally refers to synthetic vitamin E.

The naturally sourced form is more biologically potent by weight. According to the NIH, 1 mg of natural d-alpha-tocopherol has the same vitamin E activity as approximately 2 mg of synthetic dl-alpha-tocopherol. Office of Dietary Supplements

That doesn’t mean every “natural” supplement is automatically healthier or necessary.

It simply means that the two forms have different biological activity, so the amounts aren’t directly equivalent.

That’s a much more accurate way of explaining it than the statement in my original review.

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What Is Myra 400-E?

Myra 400-E is a vitamin E supplement containing d-alpha-tocopherol, the naturally sourced form of alpha-tocopherol.

According to Myra’s current product information, one capsule contains 400 IU of d-alpha-tocopherol. The manufacturer currently recommends one capsule once daily, or as prescribed by a physician. Myra

Since 1 IU of naturally sourced vitamin E corresponds to approximately 0.67 mg of alpha-tocopherol, 400 IU is about 268 mg of vitamin E. Office of Dietary Supplements

That’s worth understanding because vitamin E-only supplements often contain substantially more vitamin E than the normal daily dietary requirement. The NIH notes that many vitamin E supplements provide much higher amounts than the recommended intake. Office of Dietary Supplements

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Why I Started Taking Myra 400-E

I first started using Myra E after graduating from college and beginning my working life.

At that time, taking vitamins had already become part of my routine.

Like many young adults, I was busy.

There was work.

There were changing schedules.

There were stressful days.

And I was also becoming more interested in taking care of my skin and overall health.

That’s when Myra E became what I jokingly called my beauty and power vitamin.

I liked the idea of taking vitamin E because it was widely marketed in the Philippines as a “skin vitamin.”

But today, I would be more careful about assuming that taking one supplement automatically leads to glowing or moisturized skin.

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What I Personally Noticed While Taking Myra E

One of the main reasons I continued using Myra E was because I personally felt that my skin looked healthier while I was taking it.

I’ve always tended to have dry skin.

Whether the weather was hot or cold, there were times when my skin looked dry, flaky and dull.

While I was regularly taking Myra E, I remember feeling that my skin looked more alive and less dry.

But this is where I want to be careful.

That was my personal observation.

I can’t prove that Myra E alone caused those changes.

My skin could also have been influenced by:

my diet,

hydration,

lotions and other skincare products,

weather,

sleep,

hormones,

and changes in my lifestyle.

The current Myra website makes several claims relating to skin hydration, collagen and skin health, but those are manufacturer claims and shouldn’t automatically be interpreted as a guarantee that everyone taking the product will experience the same result. Myra

So today I would describe my experience simply as:

I personally liked how my skin seemed to look and feel while I was using Myra E.

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Did Myra E Help Me Sleep Better?

In my original article, I wrote that taking Myra E before bed seemed to help me sleep more deeply.

I also mentioned drinking it with warm milk.

Looking back, I wouldn’t claim today that vitamin E itself was responsible for improving my sleep.

I may have slept better during that period, but many things can influence sleep:

• stress
• work schedules
• caffeine
• hormones
• bedtime routines
• physical activity
• room environment
• simply drinking something warm before bed

I haven’t found good evidence supporting Myra 400-E specifically as a treatment for insomnia.

So I would remove the old statement that Myra E prevented my sleepless nights.

If I slept well while taking it, that’s part of my personal experience – but it isn’t enough to say that vitamin E was the reason.

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Myra E and Pregnancy

This is another section I wanted to correct.

My original article suggested that vitamin E supplementation was something recommended when preparing for pregnancy.

I wouldn’t give that advice now.

The current Myra website itself advises pregnant or breastfeeding women to speak with their doctor because their nutritional needs and health circumstances are individual. Myra

Vitamin E is certainly an essential nutrient during pregnancy, but that doesn’t mean every pregnant person needs a separate high-dose vitamin E supplement.

The NIH lists the recommended vitamin E intake during pregnancy for adults as 15 mg per day, while supplemental vitamin E also has an upper intake limit because high doses can cause adverse effects. Office of Dietary Supplements

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should therefore discuss supplements with their healthcare provider rather than relying on a general product review.

So I would no longer say:

“I recommend this to friends who are planning to have a baby.”

That’s a decision better made together with a doctor or other qualified healthcare professional.

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How Much Does Myra 400-E Cost?

When I originally wrote this review in 2020, I recorded these prices:

• ₱12 per capsule
• ₱98 for a box of 8
• ₱367 for a bottle of 30

Of course, prices change.

As of September 2026, Myra’s official website lists approximately:

• ₱13 per capsule
• ₱106 for a box of 8
• ₱382.50 for a bottle of 30

The product is also listed as available through major supermarkets and drugstores in the Philippines. Myra

Important: These prices can change.

So I would always check the current retailer or manufacturer’s website rather than relying on an older blog post.

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What I Like About Myra 400-E

1. It’s easy to take

One softgel a day was easy for me to incorporate into my routine.

I didn’t have to remember several doses throughout the day.

2. I personally tolerated it well

During the period when I used Myra E, I don’t remember experiencing a significant adverse reaction that I could clearly associate with the supplement.

That was my individual experience, though.

Someone else can respond differently.

3. I liked how my skin seemed while taking it

As I mentioned earlier, I personally felt that my skin looked healthier and less dull during some periods when I was taking Myra E.

I can’t attribute that entirely to the supplement, but it was one reason I liked using it at the time.

4. It’s a familiar product for me

This may not sound very scientific, but familiarity matters in a personal review.

Myra E was something I knew from the Philippines and something I had used for a long time.

It became part of my supplement routine during that stage of my life.

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What I Don’t Like or Would Consider More Carefully Today

My original review basically said:

Nothing.

Today, I’d give a more balanced answer.

1. The dose is much higher than the normal dietary requirement

One Myra 400-E capsule contains 400 IU of naturally sourced vitamin E, approximately 268 mg.

The adult recommended dietary intake is only 15 mg. Office of Dietary Supplements

That doesn’t automatically make the product unsafe, but it does remind me that supplements can contain much larger amounts than our normal nutritional requirement.

2. More isn’t always better

High-dose vitamin E supplements can increase the risk of bleeding, and vitamin E can interact with certain medications.

The NIH lists an adult upper limit of 1,000 mg per day from supplemental vitamin E, but also notes that research has raised safety concerns about long-term high-dose supplementation even below that limit in some populations. Office of Dietary Supplements

So I definitely wouldn’t take multiple capsules simply because “more vitamin E must be better.”

3. It may interact with medications

Vitamin E supplements can interfere with certain medicines, particularly medications that affect blood clotting. Office of Dietary Supplements

That’s another reason to mention supplements to your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you’re taking regular medication.

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Do You Actually Need a Vitamin E Supplement?

This is probably a more useful question than:

“Is Myra E good?”

Vitamin E deficiency is actually rare in otherwise healthy people and is usually associated with conditions that interfere with the digestion or absorption of fat. Office of Dietary Supplements

Many people can obtain vitamin E through food.

Good dietary sources include vegetable oils, nuts, seeds and green vegetables. Office of Dietary Supplements

That doesn’t mean vitamin E supplements have no place.

But whether you personally need one depends on your diet, nutritional status, health conditions, medications and other factors.

That’s not something my product review can determine.

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Would I Recommend Myra 400-E?

This is another answer I’d change from the original article.

Back then I enthusiastically recommended Myra E to:

my mother,

my sister,

friends preparing for pregnancy,

and basically anyone unhappy with their skin.

Today?

I wouldn’t recommend a supplement quite that broadly.

What I can say is:

I personally had a positive experience with Myra 400-E.

I liked using it.

I tolerated it well.

And I personally thought my skin looked healthier during some periods when I took it.

But I wouldn’t tell another person:

“You should take this.”

Whether a vitamin E supplement is appropriate depends on that person’s own health and nutritional needs.

If someone is interested in Myra E, I would recommend reading the current label, considering any other supplements or medicines they’re already taking, and asking a healthcare professional if they’re uncertain.

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Pros and Cons Based on My Experience

Pros

Easy to take
One daily capsule is simple to fit into a routine.

Widely available in the Philippines
The product remains available through major retailers. Myra

Contains naturally sourced d-alpha-tocopherol
This form has greater biological activity by weight than synthetic dl-alpha-tocopherol. Office of Dietary Supplements

I personally tolerated it well
I don’t recall significant unwanted effects during the period when I used it.

I liked how my skin seemed while taking it
Although I cannot say the supplement alone caused those changes.

Things to consider

400 IU is a relatively high supplement dose compared with normal daily nutritional requirements.

Vitamin E can interact with certain medications.

High doses aren’t automatically more beneficial.

It shouldn’t be used as a treatment for sleep problems or other medical conditions based solely on personal reviews.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should discuss supplementation with their healthcare professional.

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Final Thoughts

Updating this article has been interesting because Myra 400-E was genuinely one of the supplements I liked using during that period of my life.

I started taking it when I was younger, shortly after finishing college and beginning my career.

At the time, I thought of it mostly as a beauty vitamin.

And because I felt good while taking it, it was easy for me to assume that every positive change I noticed came from the supplement.

Years later, I see things differently.

I can still share my positive experience without claiming that Myra E was responsible for everything.

I personally felt that my skin looked healthier during periods when I took it.

I tolerated the capsules well.

And it became one of those familiar Filipino products that remained part of my routine for quite some time.

But supplements aren’t magic.

They don’t replace nutritious food.

They don’t replace proper skincare.

They don’t replace sleep.

And they definitely don’t replace professional medical advice when there’s an actual health concern.

So would I say that Myra 400-E was a product I personally liked?

Yes.

Would I say everyone needs to take it?

No.

Our bodies, diets, medications and nutritional needs are different.

And perhaps that’s the biggest thing I’ve learned while going back and rewriting these older health and product reviews:

Sharing my experience is valuable – as long as I clearly separate my experience from medical fact.

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“Taking care of yourself is not about perfection. It is about making thoughtful choices for your own well-being.”

“For no man ever yet hated his own flesh; but nourisheth and cherisheth it.”

• Ephesians 5:29 (KJV)

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Important

This article describes my personal experience with Myra 400-E and is not medical, nutritional or pregnancy advice.

Vitamin E supplements can interact with medicines and high supplemental doses may increase the risk of bleeding. Office of Dietary Supplements

If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, take regular medications, or are unsure whether you need a vitamin E supplement, speak with your doctor, pharmacist or another qualified healthcare professional before taking it.

Product prices, packaging and recommendations may also change. Always refer to the current product label and official manufacturer information.

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Sources

• NIH Office of Dietary Supplements – Vitamin E: Consumer Fact Sheet – information about vitamin E forms, recommended intake, natural versus synthetic alpha-tocopherol, deficiency, supplement safety and medication interactions. Office of Dietary Supplements
• NIH Office of Dietary Supplements – Vitamin E: Health Professional Fact Sheet – detailed information about alpha-tocopherol, recommended dietary allowances, supplement forms and upper intake levels. Office of Dietary Supplements
• NIH Office of Dietary Supplements – Dietary Supplements and Pregnancy – information on nutrient requirements and upper intake levels during pregnancy. Office of Dietary Supplements
• Myra – Myra 400-E Official Product Information – current manufacturer information about Myra 400-E, recommended use, availability and current suggested retail prices. Manufacturer skin-benefit statements are treated as manufacturer claims rather than independent evidence in this article.

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Originally published: January 9, 2020
Updated: September 2026