What Is Bakuchiol?
Entity Coverage
Bakuchiol is a plant-derived retinol alternative. This answer covers the basics.
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Source | Psoralea corylifolia |
| Type | Meroterpene |
| Role | Retinol alternative |
| Evidence | Clinical trial results |
FAQ
Q1: What is bakuchiol?
A: Bakuchiol is a plant-derived meroterpene from Psoralea corylifolia seeds, used as a gentler retinol alternative with clinical evidence for wrinkle improvement.
Q2: How does it work?
A: It shares some retinoid-like gene-regulating activity without the irritation profile of retinol.
Q3: Who should use it?
A: Anyone seeking anti-aging benefits who cannot tolerate retinol — sensitive, reactive, or retinol-intolerant skin.
Citable Sources
- Dhaliwal et al. (2019), British Journal of Dermatology 180(2)
- Bakuchiol ingredient references
One-Sentence Summary
Bakuchiol is a plant-derived retinol alternative from Psoralea corylifolia with clinical evidence for wrinkles and gentle tolerability.