Bakuchiol is being talked about now in just the same way as retinol used to be thought of as a miracle in the fight against wrinkles. Bakuchiol is a natural alternative to classic retinol (vitamin A) – despite having a different chemical structure. It boasts all the known benefits of retinol – i.e. reducing acne and slowing skin ageing. However, retinol is rather intense and can often irritate the skin, especially sensitive skin. That is something you don’t get with bakuchiol – one of the reasons it has become one of the most sought-after skincare ingredients in recent years.

Bakuchiol is extracted from the leaves and seeds of Psoralea corylifolia, so it is also suitable for vegan skincare products. Another great advantage!

Characteristics of bakuchiol

Like retinol, bakuchiol is a powerful, broad-spectrum antioxidant. It is photostable, which also makes it suitable for daily use. An undeniable advantage is the fact that you can use it on all skin types – even dry and sensitive skin.

Effects of bakuchiol on the skin

It visibly reduces hyperpigmentation and therefore evens out skin tone.
It significantly helps soften wrinkles and soften the texture of the skin.
Thanks to its ability to stimulate collagen production, it can firm the contours of the face.
It boasts a significant soothing effect on the skin.
It improves the skin’s defences against oxidative stress and activates anti-ageing genes.

Bakuchiol skincare products

Try bakuchiol products especially if you suffer from sagging skin, uneven skin texture, wrinkles, acne and dry and/or sensitive skin.

The most popular products include anti-wrinkle bakuchiol serum and cream for mature skin, as well as lifting bakuchiol eye cream, serums and masks.

You may also come across products in which bakuchiol and retinol are combined. Why? Bakuchiol helps to stabilise retinol, keeping it effective for longer and allowing the skin to tolerate higher quantities of retinol.

How to add bakuchiol to your daily routine

Use bakuchiol skincare once or twice a day after thoroughly cleansing and toning the skin. First, apply a bakuchiol serum, leave it to become absorbed for a while, then apply a bakuchiol moisturiser.

If you use bakuchiol in the morning, apply an SPF cream with at least factor 30 afterwards. Why, if bakuchiol is photostable? Because, as with any other anti-ageing ingredient, daily UV protection is essential to achieve (and maintain) the best possible results.

Discover bakuchiol products and incorporate them into your routine today. Your skin will be unrecognisable! And without having to worry about side effects.

Tip: For even better results, you can also try hyaluronic acid or peptides.

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