Bakuchiol assists your skin’s natural regenerative process to help diminish fine lines and wrinkles while encouraging it to produce more collagen and reduce excess sebum production. It has excellent tolerance levels with no photo-sensitising effect for daytime use, making it suitable for daily usage.
Locate and apply bakuchiol products such as serums or creams according to directions, while protecting yourself with a broad spectrum sunscreen during sun exposure.
Anti-Aging
Whoever is concerned with fine lines or dark spots has likely heard of Retinol–the gold standard classic for anti-aging skin treatments. But if retinoids become irritating or aren’t producing desired results, perhaps considering Bakuchiol as an alternative that’s gentler on skin while less likely to cause adverse side effects.
Babchi plant seeds (Psoralea corylifolia) contain compounds which have been shown to boost collagen production* and support cell renewal, helping reduce signs of aging like fine lines and wrinkles as well as diminshing dark spots and brightening complexion.
Bakuchiol can be found in serums and creams that can be applied morning and night for optimal results. Research suggests it works particularly well alongside vitamin C to brighten and even out skin tone.
Anti-Inflammatory
As the popularity of “clean” and “natural” beauty products continues to soar, Bakuchiol is quickly gaining traction as one of their key ingredients. Serving as a plant-based alternative to Retinol, this gentle ingredient promotes cell turnover while simultaneously increasing collagen synthesis for smoother, brighter skin.
Anti-inflammatory properties of bakuchiol can help soothe redness and irritation caused by sensitive or environmental aggressors, unlike retinol which may irritate sensitive skin types. Also, unlike retinol it does not contain irritating ingredients and so can be safely utilized by all skin types – even those with sensitive skin types.
Bakuchiol is a naturally-occurring prenylated phenolic isoprenoid with a chiral tetra-alkylated quaternary center found in the seeds of Psoralea corylifolia plant commonly referred to as Babchi or Babakuchi. The chirality of this molecule determines its actions and benefits; for instance, activating Nrf2 in Madin-Darby Canine Kidney cells while inhibiting influenza A virus RNA expression and protein production.
Anti-Acne
Bakuchiol is an alternative to retinoids that is ideal for use on all skin types, including sensitive ones. According to cosmetic chemist and Beauty Brains co-host Valerie George, it may cause less irritation and dryness than its counterpart retinoids.
The active ingredient is extracted from seeds of Psoralea corylifolia plant (known by Indian and Chinese medicine as “babchi”). It works similarly to retinol in stimulating collagen-producing receptors without irritating skin.
Bakuchiol can also be combined with exfoliating ingredients, like salicylic acid, to enhance their effectiveness. This makes bakuchiol an ideal addition to anti-acne skincare products since it minimises pores while simultaneously decreasing oiliness and redness on the skin and having an anti-inflammatory effect.
Anti-Dandruff
Bakuchiol is an inherently safe ingredient and has been shown to be well-tolerated by most individuals, although it’s wise to consult a healthcare provider before adding anything new into your skin care regime.
Bakuchiol helps reverse signs of aging by encouraging cell turnover and regeneration, acting as a powerful antioxidant to protect against free radical damage (which contributes to hyperpigmentation, fine lines/wrinkles) as well as soothing the skin.
Clean beauty enthusiasts have taken notice of this plant-based ingredient as it offers a vegan alternative to retinol without irritation, making it popular across products from luxury lines like Isdin and Allies of Skin to more accessible brands like The Inkey List and Burt’s Bees.
Anti-Hyperpigmentation
Bakuchiol’s antioxidant properties help diminish discoloration and brighten your complexion, as well as promote cell turnover for evenness of tone and free radical damage reduction.
As interest in clean beauty increases, more skincare products are including bakuchiol as a natural, plant-derived alternative to retinol which often causes irritation.
Valerie George of The Beauty Brains notes that although bakuchiol has immense potential, its application remains early on. To maximize the benefits, Valerie suggests pairing it with other active ingredients – though she cautions against enzymes or acids which could exacerbate skin sensitivity – but rather opt for serums containing both bakuchiol and vitamin C for maximum impact.
