How to use them
Use them in the same routine in the morning. Apply Ferulic Acid first, then Squalane, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Ferulic Acid0.5%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Squalaneup to 100%
- 4Moisturiserthen SPF 50 in the morning
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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What Squalane does
A lightweight, stable oil that mimics your skin's own sebum. It softens and seals in moisture without clogging pores, so even oily skin usually tolerates it.
- Typical strength
- up to 100%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Dry, Normal, Combination, Sensitive And Oily skin
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Ferulic Acid and Squalane together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Ferulic Acid and Squalane, and neither makes the other less effective.
Which goes first, Ferulic Acid or Squalane?
Apply Ferulic Acid first, then Squalane. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
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.
Should I use Squalane in the morning or at night?
Squalane: works morning or night. Press 2–3 drops in as the last step at night, or mix a drop into your moisturiser.