A few years ago, you might have balked at the idea of putting acids on your face. Now, we’d be far from surprised if your medicine cabinet or vanity is stocked with hyaluronic acid and a variety of alpha-hydroxy acids. Over time, education on skincare acids has expanded, which has helped dispel related fears and promote their benefits. Still, even with this increased guidance, there are more acids to learn about.
Ferulic acid is one you may not be familiar with that’s certainly worth knowing. Below, we’re presenting our guide to ferulic acid skin benefits. Find out what the ingredient is (beyond an acid), what it does, and how to add it to your skincare routine.
What Is Ferulic Acid?
What Are The Benefits Of Ferulic Acid?
Does Ferulic Acid Improve The Appearance Of Discolorations?
How To Use Ferulic Acid In Your Routine
1. Cleanser
2. Essence
3. Oil
4. Eye Cream
5. Moisturizer
Bonus Step: Face Mask
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Sources:
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III.Kumar, Naresh, and Vikas Pruthi. “Potential applications of ferulic acid from natural sources.” Biotechnology reports (Amsterdam, Netherlands) vol. 4 86-93. 16 Sep. 2014, doi:10.1016/j.btre.2014.09.002