Bakuchiol VS Retinol

In recent years, Bakuchiol is gaining popularity in skincare because it has been suggested that as an ingredient, it can do the same thing as Retinol but without the adversities such as peeling, irritation, and excessive dryness.

Thus in this blog post, we will identify the differences and similarities between Bakuchiol and Retinol and suggestions will be offered on which you should opt for to implement during your skincare routine.

What is Retinol?

One of the most well-known skin care ingredients on the market is retinol. Retinol is a vitamin A derivative that is primarily used to treat mature-looking skin concerns as well as acne. When retinol is applied topically, specialised enzymes in the skin convert it to retinoic acid.

Retinol is primarily used to treat skin conditions such as wrinkles, fine lines, sun spots, uneven skin texture and hyperpigmentation.

What is Bakuchiol?

Bakuchiol is a skincare ingredient derived from plants that can help you combat the signs of ageing. Bakuchiol is a vegan skincare ingredient found in the Psoralea corylifolia plant's leaves and seeds. It is a natural antioxidant that visibly reduces skin dark spots caused by environmental exposure and has a potent soothing effect on skin. 

Bakuchiol can also assist to decrease the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, which is why it's becoming more common in skincare products.

Bakuchiol VS Retinol

Bakuchiol is commonly quoted as a natural alternative to retinol. This alternative Bakuchiol-Retinol connection exists because Bakuchiol shares some of the same skin-improving mechanisms as Retinol such as reducing fine lines, wrinkles and other signs of ageing. 

In addition, Retinol is also not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding as it contains synthetic Vitamin A and Accutane. The use and application of products that have these adversities will result in miscarriage, premature birth, and a variety of birth defects are among the many effects on the developing embryo and fetus, but Bakuchiol can be used safely. Bakuchiol is also kid friendly and suitable for individuals with different skin care types. 

Benefits of Bakuchiol in Skin Care

Bakuchiol is beneficial to the skin because, while it is considered an active ingredient, it does not pose the same risk of sun exposure as retinol. Rather than making skin more sun sensitive, studies show that bakuchiol provides a level of sun protection not found in retinol. Furthermore, regular use does not result in the dryness or irritation of the skin that we sometimes see with retinol. 

Thus, Sigi Skin has formulated Dream Capsule which is an overnight mask that contains Bakuchiol as its main ingredient. Dream Capsule offers consumers the ability to wake up with a bright and plumper skin. It is also an antioxidant smoothie that is tasked to repair and nourish our skin.