Bakuchiol is an impressive skincare ingredient, offering similar effects of retinol without the irritation. Extracted from seeds and leaves of Babchi plant (Psoralea corylifolia), it helps stimulate collagen production while simultaneously reducing hyperpigmentation spots and acne scars.
Photo-stable ingredients make it suitable for daytime use, avoiding UV rays without breaking down and leading to dryness or peeling compared to more traditional acne fighting ingredients that cause dryness or peeling. This makes photo-stable ingredients an effective and suitable alternative for fighting acne in an instant!
Improves Skin Texture
Bakuchiol works to brighten and smooth skin without irritating it as much, thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties that soothe redness and sensitivity, while targeting similar genes as retinol does for improved tone, reduced fine lines and wrinkles, tone improvements and smoothing effects.
Also used for treating psoriasis*, acne, and hyperpigmentation, it has also been demonstrated to significantly reduce psoriasis*, acne, and hyperpigmentation. Like traditional retinoids it triggers collagen production while stimulating cell turnover but doesn’t cause dryness or irritation making it an excellent choice for sensitive skin types.
Bakuchiol should be applied topically as a serum or lotion on clean, dry skin as a serum to decrease hyperpigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles, pores as well as balance the pH balance while strengthening natural barriers. Furthermore, its non-sun sensitivity makes it perfect for daytime use (though you should always wear sunscreen). Bakuchiol can even be combined with AHAs/BHAs and vitamin C products in your regimen for maximum effectiveness; though results can take several months of consistent application to appear.
Reduces Acne Lesions
Bakuchiol contains anti-inflammatory properties that can stop three pathways that lead to acne: excessive keratinization, inflammation and Propionibacterium acnes colonization.1
Studies have also demonstrated its ability to reduce production of proinflammatory mediators by human skin cells, by blocking transcription factor NF-kB – responsible for activating macrophages when exposed to pro-inflammatory cytokines or lipopolysaccharide (LPS).
This treatment helps minimize blemishes and redness associated with breakouts, reduce post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation that takes months to fade away, promote cell turnover and keep pores clear.
Bakuchiol is an effective plant-derived alternative to retinol that delivers similar results without irritation. Furthermore, this nonphotosensitising alternative can be used daily without risk of photosensitivity and photoaging – making it a fantastic choice for anyone searching for an effective retinol alternative for their skin care routine.
Reduces Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation
Bakuchiol contains anti-inflammatory properties that soothe skin conditions such as redness, irritation and flaking. Furthermore, this product helps fade acne scars while simultaneously even out skin tone while stimulating cell turnover to soften fine lines and wrinkles.
Recent pilot study results demonstrate the efficacy of topical 0.5% bakuchiol cream to significantly decrease inflammation lesions and diminish post-healed acne discolorations for 13 people with Fitzpatrick skin types III-VI. The trial evaluated UP256, a patented cream with 0.5% bakuchiol content.
The study concluded that bakuchiol was just as effective at reducing inflammation lesion counts and PIH as synthetic retinol, yet much less irritating to skin. Furthermore, it does not photo-sensitise and can even be used during daylight hours without photosensitivity issues; furthermore it works well when combined with antioxidants like Vitamin C as well as moisturizing molecules such as Squalane.
Promotes Cell Turnover
Bakuchiol’s anti-inflammatory and exfoliating properties help fade acne scars by diminishing dark spots and dullness, while its powerful anti-ageing benefits target free radicals to diminish fine lines and wrinkles.
Retinoic Acid works through a similar mechanism to Retinol by fitting into skin receptors and altering gene expression. Unlike Retinol however, it won’t cause irritation and is suitable for daytime use.
Bakuchiol pairs well with other skincare ingredients, particularly ceramides and vitamin C. Additionally, it’s safe for most sunscreens but should be used cautiously with other actives like benzoyl peroxide or high-strength retinoids.
Try it in RANAVAT’s Luminous Ceremony Cream Cleanser, packed with bakuchiol and vitamin A for an illuminating and revitalizing effect. Apply a dime-size amount onto damp skin, massage for 30 seconds before rinsing off; repeat as necessary.
