Bakuchiol can be sourced from different of regions of the plant and extracted in a variety of ways, affecting its stability and purity in the final product which are crucial factors that determine its efficacy.

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Pure bakuchiol are comparatively more gentle in nature, while less pure forms have been suggested to cause photosensitivity in a few studies. Ingredient listed as Babchi plant extract instead of Bakuchiol also indicates a lesser purity, whereas if bakuchi/babchi oil is listed, it is one of the most unpurified forms and the risk of sensitivity to skin is highest.

Vitamin B3

an essential vitamin required by the human body; a versatile ingredient that improves inflammation, rosacea, acne, and hyperpigmentation and can work in synergy with bakuchiol for skin brightening and tone lightening effects.

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Vitamin C

a potent antioxidant, gentle skin lightening agent, as well as an essential intermediate in the production of collagen. Studies have shown that vitamin c can work in complementary ways with bakuchiol to promote skin firmness as well as improve hyperpigmentation, especially for sensitive skins easily irritated by traditional skin lightening ingredients such as Kojic Acid, Hydroquinone…etc.

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Ceramides

naturally present in the skin and can also be derived from plants. Functions as glue that fills cellular junctions on skin surface to guard the skin against sensitizing agents. Promotes skin soothing and repairing effects when using bakuchiol.