Ferulic Acid, with the chemical name 3-methoxy-4-hydroxy cinnamic acid and the chemical formula C₁₀H₁₀O₄, is a derivative of cinnamic acid and is widely found in plants such as rice bran, Angelica sinensis, and Ligusticum chuanxiong. As a natural component with multiple biological activities, it is applied in the fields of medicine, skincare, and food.

Main Effects and Applications

‌Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Field‌

‌Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Protection‌: It has the effects of anti-platelet aggregation, dilating blood vessels, and improving microcirculation, and is often used as an adjunct treatment for coronary heart disease, cerebral infarction, and vasculitis, etc.‌

‌Other Pharmacological Activities‌: It possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-thrombotic, and certain anti-cancer and anti-radiation activities, and can eliminate free radicals and protect cells.‌

‌Skin Care and Beauty Field‌

‌Antioxidant and Anti-Aging‌: It can effectively eliminate oxygen free radicals, inhibit lipid peroxidation, and delay the formation of fine lines and wrinkles on the skin.

Whitening and Sun Protection: It inhibits the activity of tyrosinase to reduce melanin production, and can absorb ultraviolet rays with wavelengths of 290-330nm, thus having sun protection capabilities.

Synergistic Enhancement: When combined with vitamins C and E, it can enhance the stability and efficacy of antioxidants, thereby improving the overall performance of skin care products.

Food Industry Application:

Antibacterial and Improvement: As a food preservative and cross-linking agent, it can reduce nitrite residue and enhance the antioxidant performance of food.