# Ferulic acid and lactic acid Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/ferulic-acid-and-lactic-acid The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Italy. Work well together Use [lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid) first, then [ferulic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/ferulic-acid), because antioxidants help protect freshly exfoliated skin. Lactic acid smooths and exfoliates the skin, while ferulic acid provides extra antioxidant defense against daily damage. If your skin feels sensitive, try using them on alternate nights or giving your skin more time to adjust. - [All about ferulic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/ferulic-acid) - [All about lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid) ### [Ferulic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/ferulic-acid) products - [Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/mad-hippie/vitamin-c-serum/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€49.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.it/dp/B00DKF7XPW?tag=lovi-care-web-product09-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/skinceuticals/phloretin-cf/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€161.75 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.it/dp/B001CEWDHG?tag=lovi-care-web-product09-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Paula's Choice C15 Super Booster](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/paula-s-choice/c15-super-booster/for/mature-skin) — High fit — [€59.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.it/dp/B0H9975SCY?tag=lovi-care-web-product09-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/skinceuticals/silymarin-cf/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [€194.35 at Lookfantastic](https://www.lookfantastic.it/p/skinceuticals-silymarin-cf-vitamin-c-salicylic-acid-antioxidant-serum-30ml/12781515/) - [Dr. Dennis Gross Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Triple Correction Eye Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/dr-dennis-gross/advanced-retinol-ferulic-triple-correction-eye-serum/for/mature-skin) — High fit — [€129.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.it/dp/B0773K75CF?tag=lovi-care-web-product09-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [NATURIUM Multi-Peptide Advanced Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/naturium/multi-peptide-advanced-serum/for/mature-skin) — High fit - [Drunk Elephant C-Firma™ Fresh Day Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/drunk-elephant/c-firmatm-fresh-day-serum/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — [€83.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.it/drunk-elephant/c-firma-fresh-day-serum-siero-illuminante/p-16412674/) - [SkinCeuticals Serum 10](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/skinceuticals/serum-10/for/dry-skin) — High fit - [Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester Brightening Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/perricone-md/vitamin-c-ester-brightening-serum/for/mature-skin) — High fit - [Seoul Ceuticals Day Glow Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/seoul-ceuticals/day-glow-serum/for/mature-skin) — High fit - [SkinCeuticals AOX+ Eye Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/skinceuticals/aox-eye-gel/for/mature-skin) — High fit - [Drunk Elephant Bouncy Brightfacial](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/drunk-elephant/bouncy-brightfacial/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit ### [Lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid) products - [Medicube Zero Pore Pad](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [€17.15 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.it/dp/B09V7Z4TJG?tag=lovi-care-web-product09-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/first-aid-beauty/kp-bump-eraser-body-scrub/for/dark-spots) — Average fit — [€29.60 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.it/dp/B08GNS58PQ?tag=lovi-care-web-product09-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/eltamd/uv-clear-broad-spectrum-spf-46/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [€73.90 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.it/dp/B00ZPWR0N8?tag=lovi-care-web-product09-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Pads](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/first-aid-beauty/facial-radiance-pads/for/sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [€17.25 at Lookfantastic](https://www.lookfantastic.it/p/first-aid-beauty-brighten-glow-pads-28-ct./17716506/) - [CeraVe SA Lotion for Rough & Bumpy Skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/cerave/sa-lotion-for-rough-and-bumpy-skin/for/oily-skin) — Average fit — [€13.29 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.it/dp/B07WL7WV52?tag=lovi-care-web-product09-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [CeraVe Renewing SA Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/cerave/renewing-sa-cream/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit - [The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/the-ordinary/alpha-arbutin-2-ha/for/dark-spots) — Superior fit — [€12.08 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.it/dp/B06XCZFCFZ?tag=lovi-care-web-product09-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/the-ordinary/retinal-0-2-emulsion/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€17.48 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.it/dp/B0CZ5VG3L1?tag=lovi-care-web-product09-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/kate-somerville/exfolikate-intensive-exfoliating-treatment/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit — [€56.90 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.it/dp/B0753531MB?tag=lovi-care-web-product09-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/dr-dennis-gross/alpha-beta-universal-daily-peel/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [€122.45 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.it/dp/B009QZ595Q?tag=lovi-care-web-product09-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/the-ordinary/lactic-acid-5-ha/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit - [Good Molecules Overnight Exfoliating Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/good-molecules/overnight-exfoliating-treatment/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [€22.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.it/dp/B08TMDRF1L?tag=lovi-care-web-product09-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) ## Questions and answers ### Can you use ferulic acid and lactic acid together? Yes, [lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid) and [ferulic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/ferulic-acid) work well together by combining exfoliation with antioxidant protection to help shield skin from oxidative stress. ### Which goes first, ferulic acid or lactic acid? Yes, lactic acid goes first during exfoliation, and ferulic acid follows during a recovery or neutralizing step to enhance protection against oxidative stress. ### Are ferulic acid and lactic acid good for sensitive skin? Ferulic acid and lactic acid work well together because antioxidants help enhance post-exfoliation protection from oxidative stress when combined in a neutralizing or recovery step. ## Research on ferulic acid and lactic acid - [A topical antioxidant solution containing vitamins C and E stabilized by ferulic acid provides protection for human skin against damage caused by ultraviolet irradiation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18603326/) Ferulic acid · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2008 - [Protective effects of a topical antioxidant mixture containing vitamin C, ferulic acid, and phloretin against ultraviolet-induced photodamage in human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19146606/) Ferulic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2008 - [Lactate triggers KAT8-mediated LTBP1 lactylation at lysine 752 to promote skin rejuvenation by inducing collagen synthesis in fibroblasts](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39102921/) Lactic acid · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024 - [Poly-L-Lactic acid increases collagen gene expression and synthesis in cultured dermal fibroblast (Hs68) through the TGF-β/Smad pathway](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36575891/) Lactic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023 - [Fractional microneedle radiofrequency with the application of vitamin C, E, and ferulic acid serum for neck skin rejuvenation: a prospective, double-blinded, split-neck, placebo-controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40464749/) Ferulic acid · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2025 - [Do urea/ammonium lactate combinations achieve better skin protection and hydration than either component alone?](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11803256/) Lactic acid · Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002 ## Other combinations - Keep them apart: [Benzoyl peroxide and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Retinol and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/retinol-and-lactic-acid) - Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/niacinamide-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and sodium lactate](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-sodium-lactate) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and tromethamine](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-tromethamine) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-betaine) - Work well together: [Glycerin and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/glycerin-and-lactic-acid) - Depends on the strength: [Lactic acid and hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-hyaluronic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-acetyl-hexapeptide-3) - Keep them apart: [Bio-placenta peptides and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Carnosine and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/carnosine-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-collagen-peptide) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-copper-peptide) - Keep them apart: [Hexapeptide and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-hexapeptide-9) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-peptide-rich-plasma) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-triple-peptide-blend) - Keep them apart: [Adapalene and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/adapalene-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and hydroxypinacolone retinoate](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-hydroxypinacolone-retinoate) - Keep them apart: [Pro-retinol and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/pro-retinol-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Retinal and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/retinal-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and retinoid blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-retinoid-blend) - Keep them apart: [Tretinoin and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/tretinoin-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and gluconolactone](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-gluconolactone) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and lactobionic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-lactobionic-acid) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-cholesterol) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-lauric-acid) - Work well together: [Linoleic acid and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/linoleic-acid-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex) - Work well together: [Arginine and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/arginine-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-gaba) - Work well together: [Silk amino acids and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/silk-amino-acids-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and taurine](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-taurine) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and theanine](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-theanine) - Work well together: [Vitamin C and ferulic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/vitamin-c-and-ferulic-acid) - Work well together: [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids and ferulic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-ferulic-acid) - Work well together: [Ferulic acid and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/ferulic-acid-and-citric-acid) - Work well together: [Glycolic acid and ferulic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-ferulic-acid) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Ferulic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/ferulic-acid-and-mandelic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Azelaic acid and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/azelaic-acid-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Ferulic acid and niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/ferulic-acid-and-niacinamide) - Work well together: [Allantoin and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/allantoin-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and bisabolol](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-bisabolol) - Work well together: [Panthenol and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/panthenol-and-lactic-acid) ## About the Lovi Fit Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes. Lovi checks every pairing with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning. Behind this pairing advice: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board). Page built Nov 8, 2026. 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