There's a buzzy retinol alternative that pregnant people can use 🧖♀️
Not so fast, wrinkles! Bakuchiol is being touted as a gentle, plant-based option that's safe to use when you're expecting or breastfeeding.Retinol is a mainstay in many bathroom cabinets and for good reason: the vitamin A derivative is an anti-aging holy grail that helps kick-start collagen production, smooth wrinkles and tackle age spots.
, based on early studies, bakuchiol appears to have similar benefits to retinol—without the potential side effects.“It stimulates skin cell turnover, resulting in brighter skin, as well as improving texture, reducing fine lines and hyperpigmentation,” says Dr. Benjamin Barankin, a Toronto-based dermatologist and medical director at the. Barankin also adds that there can be some improvement in skin firmness and elasticity.
Beautycounter honed in on bakuchiol as a star ingredient when they paired it with Swiss alpine rose and discovered that the ingredient combination can comprehensively address aging skin concerns, says McGeever. “Bakuchiol helps repair signs of aging , while Swiss alpine rose protects the skin from further damage.”The popularity of bakuchiol can be attributed to a few different factors.
. However, it should be noted that bakuchiol does not yet have the same scientific backing and data as retinol.“Given the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties it has shown in early studies, bakuchiol may be used on a spectrum of skin types,” says Li. Because it’s gentler, those who can’t tolerate retinol may benefit most from using it.
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