ferulic acid

noun

fe·​ru·​lic acid fə-ˈrü-lik- 

: a white crystalline acid that is structurally related to vanillin and is obtained especially from plant sources (such as aspen bark)

Examples of ferulic acid in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This antioxidant-rich formula pairs vitamin C with ferulic acid to brighten skin, refine texture, and even out tone. —Sarah Han, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026

There are plenty to choose from, including vitamin C, resveratrol, vitamin E, ferulic acid, and niacinamide. —Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 20 Jan. 2026

Chamomile Tea Chamomile contains a variety of anti-inflammatory substances like apigenin and ferulic acid. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 26 Dec. 2025

Those interested in improving radiance will love The Brightening Serum which cocktails a time-release vitamin C, Japanese plum, ferulic acid, and glutathione to diminish hyperpigmentation and boost skin’s antioxidant protection. —Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Nov. 2025

Word History

Etymology

ferula

First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for ferulic acid

• antacid
• placid