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INCI name

BAKUCHIOL

Bakuchiol

AntimicrobialAntioxidantSkin conditioning – emollientSkin conditioningreviewed

A plant-derived phenolic compound with antioxidant and conditioning functions.

What it is

Bakuchiol is a meroterpene phenol found in the seeds of Psoralea corylifolia (babchi). CosIng lists it as an antimicrobial, antioxidant, emollient and skin-conditioning ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in serums, face creams, eye creams and facial oils.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

It is often marketed as an alternative to retinol, but it is a different molecule; the label does not show its concentration.

Functions

Antimicrobial
Preventing and/or slowing down microbial growth.
Antioxidant
Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (58)

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