Beauty Elixir

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Is Ferulic Acid safe during pregnancy?

Generally considered safe

Generally considered safe.

Ferulic Acid is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding in normal cosmetic amounts. Very little is absorbed through the skin and it has no known risks at these concentrations.

Always check with your doctor. This is general information, not medical advice. Your obstetrician or dermatologist knows your history and can confirm what is right for you.

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.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ferulic Acid safe during pregnancy?

Ferulic Acid is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding in normal cosmetic amounts. Very little is absorbed through the skin and it has no known risks at these concentrations.

What can I use instead of Ferulic Acid while pregnant?

Vitamin C, Glycolic Acid, Peptides and Vitamin E target similar concerns and are generally considered pregnancy-safe.

Is Ferulic Acid safe while breastfeeding?

Generally yes. Avoid applying it to the chest area before feeding.

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