Ferulic Acid vs Glutathione
Both target antioxidant. Here's how they differ, and whether you should pick one or use both.
| Ferulic Acid | Glutathione | |
|---|---|---|
| Main job | Antioxidant and aging | Pigmentation, dullness and antioxidant |
| Typical strength | 0.5% | 1% – 2% |
| Best time | AM | AM/PM |
| Irritation | ||
| Best for | Normal, Dry, Combination And Oily | Normal, Oily, Combination, Dry And Sensitive |
| Pregnancy | Safe | Ask |
| Price in India | ₹800 – ₹3,500 | ₹500 – ₹1,800 |
The verdict
Both are similarly gentle. Choose based on your main goal: Ferulic Acid for antioxidant and aging, Glutathione for pigmentation, dullness and antioxidant.
Using both? Safe to mix There is no known chemical conflict between Ferulic Acid and Glutathione, and neither makes the other less effective. They share a goal (antioxidant), so together they reinforce each other. How to layer them →
Ferulic Acid in short
A plant antioxidant best known for stabilising vitamins C and E. Together the trio roughly doubles photoprotection compared with vitamin C alone.
Glutathione in short
A popular "glow" antioxidant in India. Topically it has some evidence for mild brightening, but it is a large, unstable molecule. Expect modest results compared with vitamin C, arbutin or niacinamide.
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