Bakuchiol extract (DIY ingredient)

Bakuchiol is a plant extract used in DIY cosmetics. Do not apply it pure on the skin. See the “Use & Dosage” tab.

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Fan of collagen, smooth skin and a vivid complexion? Drop everything and read this.

Revolutionary, bakuchiol is taking top billing in the world of cosmetics! This botanical extract from babchi seeds is establishing itself as the number 1 alternative (or a complement!) to retinol. Retinol sometimes doesn’t (or less) please: well known for its effectiveness on skin in search of eternal youth, it is however synthetic, photosensitizing and can prove irritating and drying.

A naturally derived alternative like bakuchiol, with the same impressive cosmetic properties, non-photosensitizing and well tolerated by the skin, is an excellent deal!

Bakuchiol:

• stimulates collagen production and regenerates the skin, for firmer skin, a renewed and smoother complexion and softened wrinkles, fine lines and brown spots

• fights premature aging of the skin by protecting it from the harmful effects of the sun and pollution

• is purifying, antibacterial, prevents the appearance of pimples and soothes the inflammation that goes with them if they dare to show up. It also acts on the oxidation of sebum, which reduces the look of infamous blackheads. A tip of the hat for acne-prone skin!

• is non-photosensitizing: cosmetics containing bakuchiol can be used at any time (unlike retinol, which must be used in the evening only)

In search of radiant, rejuvenated skin? Blackheads and pimples making your life miserable? Bakuchiol.

Our bakuchiol is water-soluble. See the How to use it · Our ideas tab. Expect to be surprised!

30 ml

Use & Dosage

For the bakuchiol calculator, it’s right here.
Full chronicle here: Everything you need to know about bakuchiol

Our bakuchiol is water-soluble. It is therefore soluble in water, in aqueous ingredients (hydrosols, aloe juice and gel) and in ready-made emulsified moisturizing cream. See the How to use it · Our ideas tab to find out how to enjoy its super properties with ease.

Dosage: our bakuchiol must be used at a concentration of 1 to 3% in the recipes it is built into or added to, but the following guidelines will be useful to you:

• Face: 0.5 to 1%
• Eye contour: 0.1 to 0.5%
• Body: 1 to 3%
  

Good to know: 1 ml = 1 g = 32 drops. Example: if you add bakuchiol to a 50 ml moisturizing cream at a 1% concentration, you need to add 0.5 ml of bakuchiol (50 ml x 1% = 0.5 ml), or 16 drops.

It is not oil-soluble. It is not worked into an oil serum or a face butter.

When making moisturizing creams, it is added at the cooling phase.

We recommend testing the finished product in the crook of your elbow before using it, to make sure your skin shows no signs of sensitivity to this botanical extract.

How to use it · Our ideas

Our bakuchiol is water-soluble, which means you must add it to aqueous phases or to cosmetics containing an aqueous phase.

Our ideas for you!

• Add bakuchiol to a ready-made moisturizing cream. Just add it to your cream and mix well!
• Work it into two-phase serums; another way to enjoy its benefits in a snap!
• Add it to your hydrosol (floral water)
• Work it into the making of your moisturizing creams, at the cooling phase.

See the Use & Dosage tab above to find out the proportions to use!

Nature at work

The color and scent of our bakuchiol extract may not be exactly the same from one batch to another; nature’s variations make products that vary. It loves to surprise us!

Think your bakuchiol extract doesn’t smell or look the same as the last time you bought it? Don’t worry. It holds the same qualities, the same properties.

Specifications

Store in a cool place.

Ing./INCI: babchi seed extract / Babchi seed extract (Psoralea corylifolia), propanediol

Botanical name: Psoralea corylifolia

Origin: Canada