What it does
May be of interest when seeking a non-retinoid anti-ageing treatment.
Anti-ageing actives
Bakuchiol.
A cosmetic active studied for lines and texture, often presented as an alternative to retinoids but chemically distinct.
- INCI name
- Bakuchiol
- Function
- A skin-conditioning ingredient of botanical origin.
- Information level
- Emerging evidence
- Last reviewed
- 22 September 2026
Who may benefit
Various skin types, considering the complete formula.
Compatibility
Humectants, antioxidants, ceramides and SPF.
Precautions
It is not “natural retinol” and does not have the same body of evidence as established retinoids.
How to use it
Morning or evening, depending on the formula.
Concentrations
The percentage cannot be inferred from INCI order. WAI LAB shows it only when stated by a verifiable source.
HOW TO READ IT
What it means in the INCI list?
In the European Union, ingredients above 1% are listed in descending order by weight; below 1%, they may appear in any order. Their position therefore cannot be used to calculate an exact percentage.
Its position helps you understand the formula, but does not on its own establish effectiveness or an exact percentage.
SOURCES
Where the information comes from.
WAI LAB distinguishes cosmetic function, regulatory context and scientific literature. This information is not a substitute for medical advice.
FROM UNDERSTANDING TO CHOOSING
Products with Bakuchiol.
15 catalogue products list a recognised form of this ingredient in their INCI.
15 resultsVerified profiles with declared concentrations appear first.
