Lipoid Kosmetik demonstrates how a combination of bakuchiol and unsaturated phospholipids offers retinol-like activity with superior performance over bakuchiol formulations without phospholipids
ABSTRACT
Bakuchiol has recently gained attention as a functional analog and natural alternative to topical retinoids. It was found to have retinol-like functionality sharing some of retinol’s anti-ageing, anti-acne, and hyperpigmentation properties, while having fewer adverse cutaneous side effects than retinol.
Unsaturated phospholipids are ideal partners for bakuchiol. They are versatile ingredients offering both technical and physiological benefits to high-end skincare products. As essential constituents of human cell membranes they are highly biocompatible ingredients with proven skin care benefits. In addition, they serve as penetration enhancers for active substances.
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