How to use ferulic acid?

Ferulic acid is a comprehensive anti-ageing ally. It can be used for various skin concerns:

• Preventing wrinkles and reducing their appearance:

  Skin sagging and wrinkles are visible signs of skin ageing. This is an inevitable natural process that can be significantly accelerated by the presence of a large quantity of free radicals. These molecules are particularly unstable and degrade the body's healthy cells and proteins. They are generated by several factors such as stress, pollution, lack of sleep, poor diet, smoking... Ferulic acid neutralises free radicals by making them more stable and therefore less reactive. Thus, this active ingredient delays skin ageing and the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines on the skin's surface.

• Reducing pigmentation spots:

  Brown spots are caused by a localised overproduction of melanin, the pigment responsible for the natural colouration of the skin. They vary in size and affect the uniformity of the complexion. They can cause some discomfort in the daily lives of those affected. Several studies have demonstrated the lightening power of ferulic acid. Its chemical structure is similar to that of tyrosine, the amino acid that controls the synthesis of melanin. Thus, ferulic acid blocks the formation of melanin by competitively inhibiting tyrosine, thereby reducing the hyperpigmentation phenomenon that frequently appears with age.

• Brightening dull complexions:

  The antioxidant barrier that ferulic acid generates on the skin's surface helps to strengthen skin cells, which take longer to turn into dead cells and retain light for longer. Thus, ferulic acid can provide a real boost to dull complexions.

In cosmetics, ferulic acid is used in serums, creams, lotions and cleansers to make the skin brighter, firmer and smoother. It is typically formulated at a percentage between 1.5 and 3%.

A ferulic acid treatment should be applied to theentire face. You can also apply it to the neck to prevent the appearance of wrinkles or brown spots in that area.

Ferulic acid is a gentle antioxidant generally well tolerated by all skin types. However, before using a product containing it, perform a skin tolerance test by applying a few drops of the product to the crook of your arm. If you observe a skin reaction, do not use your product on the face.

The antioxidant serum with ferulic acid and ashitaba extract is recommended in the fight against targeted issues such as skin ageing, the appearance of unsightly spots and/or wrinkles and fine lines, and loss of radiance. It also helps to protect the skin from external aggressions (UV, pollution), which cause free radicals in the body. You can incorporate it into your usual skincare routine morning and evening.

We advise you to apply 3 to 4 drops of this serum on your face and neck, which should be previously cleaned and dried. Gently massage the skin with circular movements until the serum is fully absorbed. You can then apply your daily moisturiser suitable for your skin type. We recommend using this serum for at least 4 weeks to see its effects.

Please note : As a precautionary measure, this serum should not be used by pregnant and/or breastfeeding women as it contains essential oils.

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• ROTSZTEJN H. & al. Antioxidant Properties of Ferulic Acid and its Potential Application. Skin Pharmacology and Physiology (2018).