How to use them
Use them in the same routine at night. Apply Ferulic Acid first, then Copper Peptides, moving from thinnest to thickest texture.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Ferulic Acid0.5%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Copper Peptides0.1% – 1%
- 4Moisturiserthen SPF 50 in the morning
What Copper Peptides does
A peptide bound to copper that supports wound-healing, firmness and barrier repair. Copper is reactive, so it does not play well with strong acids or pure vitamin C.
- Typical strength
- 0.1% – 1%
- When
- PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Normal, Dry And Combination 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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Trying to choose one? Read Copper Peptides vs Ferulic Acid: which is better for your skin.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Copper Peptides and Ferulic Acid together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Copper Peptides and Ferulic Acid, and neither makes the other less effective. They share a goal (aging), so together they reinforce each other.
Which goes first, Copper Peptides or Ferulic Acid?
Apply Ferulic Acid first, then Copper Peptides. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
Should I use Copper Peptides in the morning or at night?
Copper Peptides: best at night. Use at night on nights without acids or vitamin C. A thin layer is enough.
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.
Is Copper Peptides with Ferulic Acid safe during pregnancy?
Neither is a known risk in normal cosmetic amounts, but guidance varies for Copper Peptides. Check with your doctor.