OriginSynthesized from vanillin or guaiacol through chemical oxidation and hydroxylation reactions. Produced via catalytic synthesis or extracted from plant sources like rice bran and then chemically modified for stability.
Ferulic acid is a member of the class of ferulic acids that is cinnamic acid substituted by a methoxy and a hydroxy group at positions 3 and 4 of the phenyl ring. It has a role as an antioxidant, a neuroprotective agent and a plant metabolite.
Formula
C10H10O4
Mol. Weight
194.18
CAS #
1135-24-6
State
cis-Form is a yellow liquid; trans-Form is a solid; [Merck Index] trans-Isomer: Tan powder; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Skin Types
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Best For
General
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Buffering
Antioxidant Protection
Neutralizes Free Radicals
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