Bakuchiol

TYPE OF INGREDIENT​
Retinoid
COMMONLY FOUND IN
Night creams, anti-aging products

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BAKUCHIOL ?

Bakuchiol functions like retinol to diminish signs of aging such as fine lines, wrinkles, skin laxity and sun damage. It also gives a youthful glow to the skin.

WHAT IS BAKUCHIOL?

It is a plant based, natural alternative to retinol. It is an extract found in seeds and leaves of babchi, a plant found in India. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Bakuchiol-seeds

IS BAKUCHIOL SAFE FOR ALL SKIN TYPES AND TONES?

Yes, it is safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It is also safe for those with sensitive skin including people with rosacea and eczema as it is less irritating than retinol, tretinoin, adapalene and tazarotene.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

None

Sources:

Greenzaid J, Friedman A, Sodha P. The Use of Bakuchiol in Dermatology: A Review of In Vitro and In Vivo Evidence. J Drugs Dermatol 2022 Jun 1;21(6):624-629. doi: 10.36849/JDD.6740.

Puyana C, Chandan N, Tsoukas M. Applications of bakuchiol in dermatology: Systematic review of the literature. J Cosmet Dermatol 2022 Dec;21(12):6636-6643. doi: 10.1111/jocd.15420.

Watson, Stephanie. “Bakuchiol: Does it Make your Skin look Younger?” Harvard Health, May 2022.

Shilpi Khetarpal, MD, FAAD

Author

Shilpi Khetarpal, MD is an ASDS fellowship-trained, board-certified dermatologist who is an associate professor in dermatology and the Director of Laser & Cosmetic Dermatology at Cleveland Clinic. She did her dermatology residency at the Cleveland Clinic and an ASDS fellowship in Moh’s micrographic surgery, lasers and cosmetic surgery at SkinCare Physicians in Chestnut Hill, MA. She has presented at both local and national professional meetings and has authored numerous book chapters in dermatologic textbooks including editing a book on Platelet Rich Plasma and published many articles in peer-reviewed journals. She is actively involved in numerous organizations including the Women’s Dermatologic Society, American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgeons, Ohio Dermatological Association, and American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery.