Ferulic acid is excellent at neutralizing free radicals, especially the free radicals known as “superoxide”, “hydroxyl radical” and “nitric oxide”.  It also acts synergistically with other antioxidants to increase their efficacy.  Interestingly, Ferulic Acid’s antioxidant activity is boosted by exposure to UV light, indicating it may be helpful in protecting skin fro sun damage.

Ferulic acid (FA) is found in the leaves and seeds of most plants, and in especially high concentration in the brans of grasses such as rice, wheat and oats. It has strong antioxidant properties that make it especially useful in the formulation of anti-aging cosmetics.

Chemically reactive molecules known as free radicals are produced as byproducts of normal biochemical processes. Once produced, they are capable of damaging almost any biological structure they contact. Our cells are prone to free radical damage. In skin, this damage can be perceived as aging.

Our ferulic acid is a natural product extracted from rice bran oil.

Ferulic acid can be used as an antioxidant in cosmetics and food.

• Combine Water and Triethanolamine in Phase A, add balance of Phase A ingredients and stir until mixture is clear. It will be slightly yellow due to the color of the Ferulic Acid.
• Sprinkle Phase B ingredient on surface of Phase A and mix well. Let it sit for a minimum of 1 hour (up to 3 hours) to hydrate completely and then mix it until it is a uniform consistency. If you are using our Mini-Pro Mixer, the mixture may get frothy, but this will settle out. You can minimize this by popping the mixer on and off instead of mixing constantly.
• Combine and heat Phase C ingredients to 60°C (140°F) and remove from heat. Gently stir to combine. From our Formulary DIY C&E with Ferulic Acid We’ve had so many requests for a DIY C&E with Ferulic serum that we set about to duplicate it for you. Like the original patented CE Ferulic by SkinCeuticals, this serum contains 15% L-Ascorbic Acid with 1% Tocopherol and Ferulic Acid to stabilize it. CE Ferulic is an antioxidant combination that protects against photoaging by neutralizing free radicals, helping to build collagen and providing antioxidant protection. This is a patented product so you shouldn’t sell it, but for the DIY formulator making things for their own use, you’ll find this duplication quick, easy and inexpensive to make! This has been newly revised, Fall 2014, to fine-tune the formulation and instructions.
• Add Phase C to Phase A/B with whisking until combined solution is clear. If using our Mini-Pro Mixer, pop it on and off to reduce frothing.
• Add Phase D and mix until clear.
• Test the pH. Adjust to final pH 3.0 – 3.5 with drops of Triethanolamine if the pH is too low, or Citric Acid Solution 50% (provided in kit) if the pH is too high. Makes approximately 200 grams or 6.66 ounces of serum. Ingredients can be cut in half to make only 100 grams or 3.33 ounces of serum at a time.