Phenolic antioxidant; synergistic with vitamins C and E (doubles efficacy per Pinnell et al.); stabilises ascorbic acid formulations; mild UV-absorbing properties (not a sunscreen); brightening via tyrosinase inhibition; low sensitization risk; rice bran-derived common
Function & Common Use
Active (antioxidant / brightening)
Active Ingredient
Serums antioxidant products vitamin C formulas
Vegetable (rice bran / wheat / oat)
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Format restriction: Leave-on
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ferulic Acid safe to use in skincare?
Ferulic Acid has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Phenolic antioxidant; synergistic with vitamins C and E (doubles efficacy per Pinnell et al.); stabilises ascorbic acid formulations; mild UV-absorbing properties (not a sunscreen); brightening via tyrosinase inhibition; low sensitization risk; rice bran-derived common
Is Ferulic Acid allowed in India?
Ferulic Acid is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Ferulic Acid used for in cosmetics?
Ferulic Acid functions as: Active (antioxidant / brightening). It is commonly found in: Serums antioxidant products vitamin C formulas.
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