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Acide férulique.

Ferulic Acid

Commonly known as:   Ferulic acid, 3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)acrylic acid, 3-methoxy-4-hydroxycinnamic acid.

I.N.C.I. list name:   Ferulic Acid.

Extraction process:   Extraction from crude rice bran oil with an organic solvent, followed by a purification step by crystallization after extraction of impurities with hexane.

Source:   Vegetable.

Botanical name:   Oryza sativa L.

Family:   Poaceae.

Extracted part of the plant:   Cell walls of rice grains.

Origin, provenance:   China.

Chemical properties:   Phenolic acid; Structure close to that of caffeic acid and curcumin; Soluble in water; Molecular weight: 194.18 g/mol.

Properties:   Emulsion, colloidal solution, true aqueous solution.

Required dosage in cosmetic products:   From 1.5 to 3%.

Function:   Antimicrobial, antioxidant.

Specificities:   Anti-inflammatory, photo-protective, lightening, soothing, antioxidant, plumping, regenerating, anti-radical.

Benefits:   All skin types but particularly skin exposed to free radicals (pollution, smoking, UV exposure).

Details

Use

  • Face care (serums, creams, sun mists, sun creams, eye masks).

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Preservation

Store away from light, moisture and heat.

Contra-Indications and Precautions

Ferulic acid is well tolerated and generally safe for most skin types. However, in very rare cases, a product with ferulic acid can generate light redness and irritations. Stop using it immediately. Therefore, before using skin care with ferulic acid, test a small area of your skin and wait 24 hours to see if rashes or other allergy symptoms appear. Avoid contact with eyes, but if contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with clean water.

Read more

Discovered in 1866 by two Austrian chemists (HLASIWETZ and BARTH), ferulic acid is present in many plants, notably in rice, corn, wheat, oats, rye, but also in Roman chamomile or black elderberry, where it participates in the solidification of the plant cell walls thanks to its antioxidant properties, thus allowing to resist the harmful action of free radicals Its name comes from Ferula, a herbaceous plant of the Apiaceae family. It is also used as a food additive to avoid the change of color, reducing the phenomenon of oxidation.
Dangers acide férulique.

What Are the Dangers of Ferulic Acid?

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Ferulic acid is a popular ingredient in skin care. Due to its strong antioxidant effect, it can effectively slow down skin aging, reduce brown spots and a sallow complexion. But are there also dangers associated with this ingredient? What are the contraindications?
Soins à l'acide férulique.

The Different Types of Ferulic Acid Products.

3 min of reading
Ferulic acid is a powerful antioxidant that protects the skin from the harmful effects of free radicals generated by pollution, cigarettes, stress and lack of sleep. It is used in various types of skin care formulas. Find here the main information on ferulic acid products.
Avis soins acide férulique Typology.

Ferulic Acid Opinions and Reviews.

4 min of reading
Ferulic acid is a powerful antioxidant used in cosmetics to reduce photoaging of the skin. It is also known for its action against brown spots and sallow skin. It is usually well tolerated by all skin types and often contains between 1.5% and 3%. In this article, you will find some opinions and reviews about this product.
Moment application acide férulique.

When and How Often To Use Ferulic Acid Products?

3 min of reading
Ferulic acid for skin with signs of premature aging, is an ingredient to be favored, as products with this ingredient will firm the skin and brighten the complexion. It is an organic acid naturally present in certain fruits and vegetables such as spinach and rhubarb. It is found in different types of products such as serums, lotions and creams. At what time of the day should I use a ferulic acid care? How often, and how long can I use it?
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Which active ingredients should be combined with ferulic acid?

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In cosmetics, specific ingredient pairings can strengthen the efficacy of formulations. This is particularly true of ferulic acid, a powerful antioxidant that acts synergistically with other active ingredients. Which ingredients does it combine most effectively with? Below are the actives that it may be most pertinent to pair with ferulic acid.
Acide férulique vieillissement cutané.

Ferulic Acid, the Ideal Active Ingredient for Aging Skin

4 min of reading
Ferulic acid is an antioxidant that protects the skin from free radicals. In this way, it prevents photoaging. It also gives new radiance to sallow and tired skin tones and reduces pigmentation spots on the skin surface. In this article, we introduce you to said active ingredient that fights the signs of time.
Mode d'utilisation acide férulique.

How To Use Ferulic Acid?

5 min of reading
Ferulic acid is an organic acid contained in plants, cereals such as wheat or barley, and some fruits and vegetables. Once synthesized or fermented, it can be used in skin care products. As a powerful antioxidant, the ferulic acid benefits for the skin are numerous. It effectively fights against free radicals and brings a glow to dull and tired complexions.
Informations acide férulique.

Everything you need to know about ferulic acid.

4 min of reading
Ferulic acid is a potent antioxidant that is generally very well tolerated by all skin types. It is increasingly found in skincare products where it acts as a photoprotective agent, delaying the processes of photoaging of the skin and acting as a brightening component.
Bienfaits acide férulique peau.

What Are the Benefits of Ferulic Acid?

3 min of reading
Ferulic acid is a derivative of cinnamic acid. This active ingredient fights against cell oxidation and thus fights against photoaging of the skin. It is found in many cereals such as rye, oats and corn. It is also present in the bark of certain trees such as fir and pine, as well as in fruits and vegetables (grapes, spinach, rhubarb...). Let's focus on the benefits of ferulic acid.

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