This is a cold-pressed babchi (bakuchi) oil that naturally contains bakuchiol, the plant compound often called a gentler alternative to retinol. Because it is a whole botanical oil rather than a concentrated extract, it can go straight on the skin without a carrier oil. It suits people who want retinol-like anti-aging help, smoother texture and more even tone but who dislike the dryness and irritation retinol can cause. Against retinol serums and encapsulated retinol products it is milder and slower, and it is not for sensitive skin or daytime use.
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Lowest price we've seen: $19.00 on Nov 15 at Kyomi Skin; $35.00 now. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 15.
Buyers rate it highly, and the recurring theme is that it gives retinol-like smoothing without the peeling and stinging. Some find it slower to show results and too rich for oily or reactive skin.
This face oil is a cold-pressed babchi (Babchi plant) seed oil. It is 100% pure and naturally contains bakuchiol, a plant-derived alternative to retinol. It is a whole botanical oil, not a concentrated bakuchiol extract, so it needs no dilution or carrier oil.
The oil is dark but does not stain the skin. It has a nutty, earthy aroma. It comes in a green glass bottle with a dropper.
Use a few drops at a time, in the evening only, and let the oil absorb into the skin. Do a patch test before first use. It may cause photosensitivity, so do not apply it before sun exposure or use it in direct sunlight. It is not for sensitive skin.
