Bakuchiol has quickly become an extremely popular skincare ingredient that provides similar results as retinol but with lesser side effects on the skin. It promotes cell turnover while helping reduce hyperpigmentation.
Spirulina also helps increase collagen levels and combat signs of aging such as fine lines and wrinkles, yet being introduced slowly may cause irritation; take your time before adding new ingredients into your routine.
1. Cleanse
Bakuchiol has long been recognized for its anti-aging benefits, including smoother skin texture and tone improvements. Additionally, this gentle formula can provide anti-inflammatory relief as well as possibly stimulating collagen production for firmer skin texture. Ideal for all skin types (even sensitive ones).
Bakuchiol works synergistically with many popular skincare actives to enhance their effects and deliver even greater results. Bakuchiol’s natural ingredients, including hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, peptides antioxidants aloe vera natural oils and sunscreen make it a versatile component that addresses any number of skin concerns effectively.
As soon as your skin is clean and damp, apply your bakuchiol product directly on it – this will allow it to penetrate deeply into the dermis rather than sitting on its surface. After application, follow up with moisturizer that keeps skin nourished. Finally, enjoy its benefits!
2. Exfoliate
Apart from clearing away dirt, excess oil, and debris that clogs pores, cleansing also serves to prepare the skin for the rest of your skincare regimen. Selecting an efficient cleanser is crucial in order to guarantee maximum efficiency of this step of your regimen.
Bakuchiol can boost skin cell turnover and bring fresh cells to the surface faster, though this comes at the price of purging stage lasting 1-3 months – you may experience dryness, itching or redness during this phase.
To make sure your skin can adjust properly to this ingredient, we suggest gradually incorporating it into your routine by starting off using three nights a week for several weeks prior to switching up to daily usage. When following up with a bakuchiol serum treatment with moisturizing products that contain shea butter, squalane, PHAs or similar, and be sure to always follow with broad spectrum SPF protection – as bakuchiol increases sun sensitivity and may cause sun damage over time.
3. Moisturize
Bakuchiol is generally well-tolerated by skin, making it ideal for use in serums, face masks, oils and moisturizers. When combined with antioxidants such as Resveratrol it can further boost anti-ageing benefits – particularly regarding dark spots or uneven skin tone.
Layering is key when using products containing bakuchiol; serums and oils formulated with this ingredient perform best when applied after water-based products such as toners and serums but before heavier items such as oils or creams.
Once a product containing bakuchiol has been applied, it’s important to massage it into the skin using upward strokes for best results. This helps absorption and circulation while amplifying its effects; additional steps should be taken so as to allow enough time for full absorption into your system allowing the active ingredients of this powerful skincare ingredient to do their work for brighter and evener complexions! It is also beneficial to allow some time before moisturizer application so as to allow time for full absorption into skin for maximum benefits of brightening benefits!
4. Protect
Bakuchiol can be an ideal alternative to retinol for those with sensitive skin, as it reduces redness, soothes irritation and enhances hydration while lightening areas of hyperpigmentation and improving texture. Furthermore, as an antioxidant-rich ingredient it neutralizes free radicals to support healthier, youthful skin.
As with any new skincare ingredient, it is advisable to perform a patch test 24 hours after purchasing and testing out your bakuchiol product on a small area of skin. When finding your ideal formulation, apply after cleansing and exfoliating.
Bakuchiol’s anti-aging properties make it an ideal addition to your daily regimen, as its anti-wrinkle benefits include diminishing fine lines and wrinkles while improving texture, tone, and stimulating collagen production. Unfortunately, its sun sensitivity increases; therefore it is wise to wear broad spectrum sunscreen during the day as Bakuchiol also has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that can help manage acne outbreaks, reduce inflammation, and balance oily skin conditions.
