Plant-derived hydroxycinnamic acid. Standalone antioxidant that enhances and stabilizes vitamins C and E in cosmetic formulas.
Topical application
BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations.
Main data from in vitro and animal models. Clinically relevant role is stabilizing L-ascorbic acid and alpha-tocopherol: the C+E+ferulic acid combination doubles photoprotective properties compared to C+E alone. Standalone clinical trials of ferulic acid are scarce.
Irritation potential
LowAllergen risk
LowPregnancy
UnknownSuitable for
Works well with
L-Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)L-Аскорбиновая кислота (витамин C)
Ferulic acid stabilizes vitamin C and doubles the formula's photoprotective properties. They work as a single antioxidant network.
Tocopherol (Vitamin E)Токоферол (витамин E)
In the C + E + ferulic trio, ferulic acid traps free radicals that C and E don't catch alone. This triad is the gold standard of daytime antioxidant care.
Safety data for Ferulic Acid during pregnancy is insufficient. Best avoided when in doubt.
Ferulic Acid suits: normal, dry, combination, sensitive.
Plant-derived hydroxycinnamic acid.
The INCI name is Ferulic Acid. It may also appear as: Феруловая кислота, феруловая кислота, ферулорая кислота.
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