OriginBakuchiol is a synthetic meroterpene derived from babchi plant (Psoralea corylifolia) or synthesized from petrochemical sources. It is produced through organic synthesis involving cyclization and reduction of aromatic precursors.
Bakuchiol is under investigation in clinical trial NCT03112863 (Comparison of the Cosmetic Effects of Bakuchiol and Retinol).
Formula
C18H24O
Mol. Weight
256.40
CAS #
10309-37-2
Skin Types
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant Protection
Neutralizes Free Radicals
The paper trail
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🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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