Can I Use Ferulic Acid and Niacinamide?
When it comes to skincare, there’s one ingredient that can really benefit your complexion when used on a daily basis: antioxidants. Beloved by many skincare lovers and a favorite ingredient among skincare professionals, it’s
undeniable that it improves skin.
If you’re wondering what exactly antioxidants do for your skin, this next section is for you, because in today’s blog post, we’ll focus on two main ingredients: Niacinamide and Ferulic Acid.
What is ferulic acid?
Ferulic acid is a powerful plant antioxidant that provides several benefits to the skin.
It is commonly found in a variety of foods such as bran, oats, citrus fruits, and apple seeds.
It is known to be safe for most skin types. Note, however, that if you have sensitive skin, you should do a 24-hour patch test on your skin before applying any new skin care formula. This avoids unnecessary irritation.
The antioxidant properties of ferulic acid ensure that it fights free radicals like pollution and overexposure to UV rays.
By fighting free radicals and preventing them from causing damage, ferulic acid protects the skin’s lipid barrier and keeps it fully functional.
Helps fight the signs of aging like fine lines and wrinkles on the skin’s surface.
Reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation, sun damage, acne scars and dark spots
Ferulic acid is found in many skin care products such as serums, masks and moisturizers.
Effective alone or in combination with other antioxidant-rich ingredients such as vitamin C.
It has earned a reputation as an antioxidant that can boost the effectiveness of other antioxidants.
Ferulic acid also enhances the skin’s photoprotection capabilities, meaning it minimizes sun damage and other damage from UV exposure.
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What is Niacinamide?
Niacinamide, a form of vitamin B3, is a water-based vitamin with several benefits for the skin.
Being a humectant means it draws moisture into the skin and locks it there.
By moisturizing the skin’s surface, the protective barrier is strengthened against free radical damage such as pollution and central heating.
Its ability to regulate sebum production makes Niacinamide an extremely beneficial ingredient for all skin types.
Safe to use in combination with other ingredients without causing irritation, redness, discomfort and itching.
The complexion is plumped, hydrated and more youthful.
Fights hyperpigmentation and other signs of damage from environmental exposure.
Removes stubborn flakes and dry skin from the skin’s surface for a radiant, dewy complexion.
If you want to learn more about the benefits of niacinamide, read our dedicated blog post.
Now that we’ve briefly outlined these ingredients and their benefits for the skin, let’s turn our attention to whether ferulic acid and niacinamide can be used.
Can I take ferulic acid and niacinamide?
Yes, you can definitely use ferulic acid and niacinamide. This is due to ferulic acid’s unique properties that enhance the effectiveness of other antioxidants like niacinamide. By combining these two powerful forces, you can
double your defense against natural disasters.
You can use niacinamide and ferulic acid together in a variety of ways, such as
Option one –
Layer them together in your morning and evening skincare routine. This prevents free radical damage throughout the day and repairs existing damage at night when exposed to free radicals, such as B. UV rays are limited.
Option two:
You can alternate ingredients in your daily life. For example, use ferulic acid in the morning and niacinamide in the evening. This helps each powerhouse achieve optimal results individually and maintain a constant protective
layer on the skin’s surface.
Here are some of the most popular ways to use each ingredient together. If you have concerns about layering these powerful antioxidants or are unfamiliar with these formulations, consult your doctor or dermatologist to ensure
you are using the best ingredients for your needs.
What can ferulic acid be mixed with?
Antioxidants are best combined with ferulic acid. I mean Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid. In addition to enhancing the efficacy of other ingredients, Ferulic Acid provides stability and enhances the effect
of the ingredient blend applied to the skin’s surface. This ensures that the results of your skincare routine are visible faster and stay on your complexion longer.
Ferulic acid binds especially well with vitamin C, which has a reputation for being very unstable and irritating to the skin over time. However, this evidence is based on outdated scientific evidence. Thanks to modern advances,
many skin care formulations contain stable vitamin C derivatives and work without the fear of irritation.
What can I mix with Niacinamide?
Niacinamide can be blended with all skincare ingredients, but most beneficial are high-potency actives like retinol. This is due to the moisturizing properties of Niacinamide, which helps counteract the common dehydration of the
skin’s surface caused by retinol. You’ll find that thanks to the moisture in the skin barrier, the retinol penetrates the skin quickly without irritation, ensuring that both ingredients work at their best. Other active
ingredients that work well with niacinamide include glycolic acid, salicylic acid, hyaluronic acid, and of course ferulic acid.
There you will gain insight into the combined use of ferulic acid and niacinamide. Don’t forget: If you’d like more information or have additional questions, you can find one of our skincare experts on our Instagram
