Bakuchiol: nature’s answer to retinol
From ancient wisdom to modern skincare
Long prized in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine, bakuchiol (pronounced bah-koo-chee-ol) has journeyed from traditional plant remedies to the forefront of modern skincare innovation.
Derived from the Psoralea corylifolia plant, bakuchiol proves that science and tradition can create skincare magic.
Extracted from the seeds and leaves of the Psoralea corylifolia plant, bakuchiol offers a plant-powered approach to anti-ageing and blemish control that’s gentle, effective, and perfectly suited to today’s clean beauty ethos.
Gentle yet powerful
Like retinol, bakuchiol works at a cellular level to support skin renewal and boost collagen production. The result is smoother texture, firmer skin, and a radiant, even tone. Unlike synthetic retinol, bakuchiol is gentle enough for sensitive skin and safe to use during the day – no extra SPF worries required.
Key benefits of bakuchiol:
- Improves skin texture by supporting natural cell turnover
- Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Provides antioxidant protection against free radicals and environmental stressors
- Gentle on sensitive skin with low risk of irritation
- Safe for day and night use, with no photosensitivity
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding safe
The truth about percentages
With actives like bakuchiol or vitamin C, the percentage isn’t the whole story. What matters is how the ingredient is sourced, stabilised, and blended into a formula your skin can actually use. At Antipodes, we focus on the performance of the finished product – not just a number on the label. Curious why percentages can be misleading?
Why beauty editors and dermatologists love Bakuchiol
Studies show bakuchiol can deliver comparable results to retinol in reducing fine lines and wrinkles, but without the dryness, redness, or irritation. Our formulation team highlights that bakuchiol’s unique plant-based molecules complement the skin’s natural rhythm, making it a standout ingredient in high-performance, naturally derived formulations.
Integrating bakuchiol into your routine
Bakuchiol can be found in serums, moisturisers, and facial oils. It pairs beautifully with other actives, such as vitamin C and hyaluronic acid, to nourish and protect your skin while supporting a youthful, radiant glow. For best results:
- Apply after cleansing and toning
- Layer with moisturiser
- Use sunscreen during the day
At Antipodes, we seek ingredients that balance nature and science. Bakuchiol encapsulates this philosophy: plant-derived, gentle, and clinically effective. It allows you to enjoy the anti-ageing benefits of retinol without compromise, giving you the freedom to embrace a clean, conscious, and modern skincare routine.
Our formulations with bakuchiol
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Target pigmentation & dull skin.
Target pigmentation, dullness, and uneven skin tone with this light-textured hydrating moisturiser.
Target pigmentation & dull skin
Target the appearance of lines and wrinkles and smooth your complexion with this award-winning oil-based serum.
Target fine lines & wrinkles
Cultivate a blemish-free complexion and balance your skin's microbiome with this probiotic gel serum.
Target blemishes
Target pigmentation and dullness with this brightening vitamin C serum to reveal a radiant complexion.
Target pigmentation & dull skin.
Target pigmentation, dullness, and uneven skin tone with this light-textured hydrating moisturiser.
Target pigmentation & dull skin
Target the appearance of lines and wrinkles and smooth your complexion with this award-winning oil-based serum.
Target fine lines & wrinkles
Cultivate a blemish-free complexion and balance your skin's microbiome with this probiotic gel serum.
Target blemishes