Chances are, you’ve heard of ferulic acid . But if you’re unsure of what, exactly, it offers, you’re not alone. Despite the benefits of ferulic acid for skin—such as delivering antioxidant protection and enhancing the benefits of other, even more potent antioxidants—it has yet to reach the level of being a top-shelf staple like retinol creams or hyaluronic acid serums .

But insiders and experts alike know that a ferulic acid serum can make a meaningful difference in one’s skin. Yes, as an antioxidant it offers protection against free-radical damage, which can otherwise result in collagen loss and hyperpigmentation, but “its real power is how it boosts and stabilizes other antioxidants like vitamins C and E,” says Mona Gohara, MD , a board-certified dermatologist in New Haven, CT

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