How to use them
Use them in the same routine in the morning. Apply Ferulic Acid first, then Alpha Arbutin, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Ferulic Acid0.5%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Alpha Arbutin1% – 2%
- 4Moisturiserthen SPF 50 in the morning
What Alpha Arbutin does
A skin-friendly relative of hydroquinone that slows melanin production. It fades dark spots and tanning gradually with very little irritation.
- Typical strength
- 1% – 2%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Normal, Oily, Combination, Dry And Sensitive skin
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What Ferulic Acid does
A plant antioxidant best known for stabilising vitamins C and E. Together the trio roughly doubles photoprotection compared with vitamin C alone.
- Typical strength
- 0.5%
- When
- AM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Normal, Dry, Combination And Oily skin
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Alpha Arbutin and Ferulic Acid together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Alpha Arbutin and Ferulic Acid, and neither makes the other less effective.
Which goes first, Alpha Arbutin or Ferulic Acid?
Apply Ferulic Acid first, then Alpha Arbutin. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
Should I use Alpha Arbutin in the morning or at night?
Alpha Arbutin: works morning or night. Apply twice daily before heavier serums and creams.
Should I use Ferulic Acid in the morning or at night?
Ferulic Acid: best in the morning. Use in the morning under sunscreen, ideally in a combined C + E + Ferulic serum.