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Ferulic Acid

Clinical Overview

A plant-derived hydroxycinnamic acid that doubles the photoprotective and chemical stability of vitamins C and E.

Epidermal & Cutaneous Mechanism

Neutralizes reactive oxygen radicals by resonance delocalization across its phenolic ring, preventing ascorbic acid from auto-oxidizing.

Addresses Skin Concerns
Broad-spectrum photon agingSun-induced lentiginesFree radical cascade
Recognized INCI Names on Packaging Labels
Ferulic Acid
Compatible Synergies
  • ✓Pure L-Ascorbic Acid
  • ✓Vitamin E (Tocopherol)
  • ✓Sunscreen
Separate or Alternate
  • ⚠️High-alkaline cleansers