Bakuchiol can be found in serums and creams and added to your skincare routine twice daily for maximum benefit. Gentle on skin and non-oxidizing, bakuchiol products may serve as an ideal replacement for retinol products in terms of daily usage and morning/evening usage.
Safe for use on all skin types, it works especially well in combination with other hydrating ingredients like squalane and polyhydroxy acids (PHAs). However, glycolic acid should be avoided as its use could compromise its efficacy.
Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Bakuchiol works to increase skin cell turnover and collagen production to visibly diminish fine lines and wrinkles while improving tone and texture. Furthermore, its soothing nature makes it suitable for dry or sensitive skin types that experience irritation from traditional retinol products such as irritation and peeling.
This innovative ingredient has become well-known for lightening dark spots and preventing future spots from forming, while increasing firmness by upregulating similar collagen genes to those produced by retinol. It may be used either alone or alongside an anti-ageing routine with both products to maximize anti-ageing results.
To use Bakuchiol, apply a small amount of serum or oil daily before applying other products such as regular serums and moisturizers to clean, dry skin in the morning and evening.
Reduces hyperpigmentation
Bakuchiol is an effective remedy to combat hyperpigmentation. It works to even out skin tone and promote a brighter and more radiant complexion while simultaneously working against oxidative stress – one of the primary causes of hyperpigmentation.
Note that results will depend on your skin type, the strength of product you are using and frequency of application. For best results it is recommended to apply a bakuchiol product once or twice daily and follow up with broad spectrum sun protection.
Bakuchiol does not increase skin sensitivity to sunlight, making it safe to combine with other skincare ingredients such as vitamin C – particularly when combined with it to boost absorption and effectiveness of this antioxidant.
Reduces the appearance of acne scars
Bakuchiol works to fade acne scars by increasing skin cell turnover and stimulating collagen production, soothing irritated skin, resulting in less redness and flaking.
Bakuchiol has quickly established itself as an effective plant-based alternative to retinol for skincare applications, due to its gentler formulation that’s less likely to cause irritation – making it suitable for all skin types.
Integrate bakuchiol products into your morning and night moisturizer regimen as serums or oils to enhance their benefits, using it before applying your regular moisturizers. For best results, do it consistently; although gentle, patch test before beginning. In addition, make sure you use an effective cleanser that fits with your skin type – avoid soapy cleansers which can dry out skin quickly, preferring gentle ones that preserve its benefits instead.
Increases skin firmness
Bakuchiol is less harsh than its retinol counterpart and does not cause redness, peeling or dryness – making it ideal for sensitive skin or those who can’t tolerate regular retinoids.
However, benzoyl peroxide does not mix well with other skincare ingredients, including ceramides, hyaluronic acid and vitamin C formulas (especially face masks). Therefore it should not be combined with benzoyl peroxide, retinoids or strong vitamin C formulas (for instance in face masks).
Most users report seeing results from Bakuchiol within four to six weeks of consistent use, though results will depend on your skin type, concentration of product used and individual concerns. You are likely to see improvements in texture, tone and fine lines/wrinkles reduction as you use Bakuchiol on a regular basis.
Reduces the appearance of pores
Bakuchiol may help reduce the appearance of pores when used alongside other skincare products, though because it is natural and therefore less likely to cause irritation, it’s best to incorporate Bakuchiol gradually into your morning and evening skincare regimen and observe how your skin reacts.
Bakuchiol works by inhibiting certain enzymes that control sebum production and has antioxidant properties, and has also been proven to increase collagen production, thereby decreasing fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and acne scarring.
Apply a serum with bakuchiol twice a day on a clean face – once in the morning before sunscreen application and again before moisturiser application – both morning and night, prior to your sunscreen and moisturiser applications. It is a gentle product suitable for use around the eye area where fine lines and dark circles often develop.
