At this point, it seems we already know everything about retinol. Not that this ingredient is anything new, but we recently included it in our beauty routine and the results are worthy of recognition. It stimulates the natural production of collagen and hyaluronic acid, helps fight wrinkles and shrinks pores and pimples. It is a skin regenerator that stimulates cell metabolism, exfoliates on the outside and stimulates the natural production of collagen on the inside. Can you ask for more?
However, it should be noted that retinol can irritate the skin, especially if it is sensitive. But luckily there are other alternatives to this star ingredient, such as bakuchiol. We spoke to two experts to find out how it works and what this new star ingredient is for. Do not miss it!
Bakuchiol: what it is and how it works
Also called vegan retinol, it is a natural active ingredient obtained from the Psoralea corylifolia plant. It has effects similar to retinol, but without its drawbacks. It can be used by sensitive skin as it does not cause itching, irritation or redness as can happen with retinol. It stimulates collagen synthesis and improves skin firmness and wrinkles. It is a powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and calming. We use it for cell renewal, smoother skin, expression wrinkles, very good for oily and acne prone skin as it is anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory. It also improves hyperpigmentation,” explains María Pérez de Villaamil, director of CentroMem, in Madrid.
“It is a natural active ingredient that comes from a plant native to India and Sri Lanka, which has light purple flowers. Its name comes from the Sanskrit name of the plant: Bakuchi or Babchi. Used for a long time in traditional Chinese medicine and India, is a powerful antioxidant that protects the skin from pollution and free radicals. It is considered a natural alternative to retinol, but without side effects. Very well tolerated even on sensitive skin, it is a very interesting functional analogue ingredient for the treatment of hyperpigmentation, wrinkles, loss of elasticity and tone, dull complexions and even acne”, adds Dr. Carmen Martín, a specialist in Aesthetic Medicine , please.
If you want to try what this star ingredient can do for you, check out this one products with bakuchiol that will change your skin.
Oil formulated with 1% bakuchiol and squalene to immediately boost and balance hydration, repair the skin by protecting it from external factors and prevent photo-aging (€7.95, at Primor).
Day and night anti-aging serum, the perfect alternative to retinoids for sensitive skin intolerant to vitamin A, pregnant or breastfeeding (€64, at Pure Niche Lab).
Intensely hydrates and nourishes the skin under the eyes, reduces puffiness and improves color by gently illuminating the skin (€4.50, at Primor).
An all-in-one skin-perfecting night cream made from a plant-based alternative to retinol to deeply moisturize and target wrinkles, blemishes and fine lines ($56.99, at Sephora).
Moisturizing cream with bakuchiol, perfect for treating dryness and signs of aging (€11.44, at Primor).
Formulated with 97% natural ingredients, this wrinkle-fighting face and neck serum is enriched with bakuchiol, which reduces wrinkles, crow’s feet and firms the skin (€22.99, at Sephora).
It’s a natural alternative to plant-based retinol with antioxidant properties that helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles and evens out skin tone ($12.99 at Sephora).
Triple action night serum: helps stimulate collagen synthesis and improve expression lines thanks to retinol and bakuchiol, depigments and moisturizes (€45, at Pure Niche Lab).
Source: Marie Claire
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