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Bakuchiol
SkinEffort · LowEasy

Bakuchiol

Plant-based retinol with zero irritation

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4.0(2)
1,320 upvotes · 115 downvotes

0.5–1% bakuchiol serum or oil applied morning and night. Clinical trials show bakuchiol produces comparable collagen stimulation and wrinkle reduction to 0.5% retinol with significantly less peeling, redness, and photosensitivity. It's safe during pregnancy, usable in the morning (unlike retinoids), and stacks seamlessly with all other actives — the ideal retinol for sensitive or reactive skin.

Reviews

What the community says

2 verified voices, averaging 4.0 of 5.

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Lena
Jun 19, 2026

Same results as retinol with zero flaking. I use it morning AND night. Game changer for sensitive skin.

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Cam
Jul 9, 2026

Switched from retinol after pregnancy. Bakuchiol kept my skin improving without any of the irritation.

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