The Retinol Alternative That Can Be Used During Pregnancy

written by: Kristen - Beauty Editorpublished on 7 Aug, 2024

Bakuchiol: The Powerful Anti-Ageing Ingredient

Retinol is an amazing anti aging skin care powerhouse that is used by many. From wrinkle smoothing to complexion brightening, and not forgetting being super helpful to diminish scarring, Retinol & Vitamin A offers a diverse range of corrective skincare benefits. However, as you may already know, it is strongly recommended that when you are pregnant or breast-feeding to discontinue use of Retinol. This has been a letdown for many, until now. What if we told you there is a pregnancy-safe, natural alternative to Retinol that renders arguably equal results so that you can still reap the amazing benefits without causing any harm?

Introducing Bakuchiol. A vegan cosmeceutical skin care ingredient extracted from the Psoralea corylifolia plant which is safe to use on a variety of skins, including sensitive, alongside those who are pregnant or lactating.

Benefits of Bakuchiol

Stimulates natural collagen production
Encourages optimal skin cell turnover
Calms and soothes
Antioxidant-rich
Evens skin tone
Promotes elastin production
Brightens complexion
Can be used by sensitive skin types
Visible anti-ageing results

Why Is Bakuchiol Safe For Pregnancy

All skin types can enjoy the benefits of the Bakuchiol, as long as you follow the directions for use. We strongly recommend seeking professional skincare advice to ensure the best Bakuchiol serums & treatments are selected to suit your individual skin type, and as always, encourage you to consult your doctor when pregnant or breast-feeding to be sure.

However, the safety and efficacy of Bakuchiol is why this wonder ingredient certainly is trending. Bakuchiol delivers Retinol-like effects on the skin, with peace of mind it's a safe Vitamin A alternative.

The Best Bakuchiol Products

With so many Bakuchiol products now available from incredible skincare brands, we’ve rounded up our top 10 Bakuchuiol picks to get you started. From Bakuchiol serums to moisturisers, we have you covered.

How To Use Bakuchiol

The best way to apply a Bakuchiol product is to apply onto fresh, clean skin. Once you have finished with your preferred face cleanser, be sure to follow the directions of use carefully to maximise the benefits for your skin. If you have drier skin or would like more moisture, follow with your regular moisturiser on top. We highly recommend also wearing an SPF during the day, which (let’s face it) you should be doing regardless. Additionally, you can apply Bakuchiol either morning or night, to give you a little more flexibility in your routine.

There you have it, the wonder ingredient that can take on traditional Retinol serum head on, whilst remaining gentle for sensitive skins and those who are expecting. This powerful anti-ageing ingredient is making waves in all the right ways, and we think it’s well worth a try.