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Botanical Extracts

Bakuchiol

A plant-derived alternative to retinol

Bakuchiol golden oil and psoralea seeds

INCI Name

Bakuchiol

CAS No.

10309-37-2

Appearance

Yellow to yellowish brown liquid

Purity

≥99%

Overview

Function and skin care benefits

Bakuchiol is a plant-derived active ingredient extracted from the seeds of Psoralea corylifolia. Widely recognized as a natural, plant-based alternative to retinol in modern skincare formulations, Bakuchiol helps improve the appearance of visible aging signs while supporting skin firmness, smoothness, and overall skin condition.

Key benefits

  • Helps improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

  • Helps enhance the look of skin firmness and smoothness.

  • Helps protect skin appearance from environmental stress-related factors.

  • Helps improve the appearance of uneven skin tone and dullness.

  • Helps support skin conditioning for a smoother, more refined-looking complexion.

Efficacy evaluation

+16%

+16%

skin hydration after 4 weeks (0.5% Bakuchiol)

A 4-week in vivo dermatological evaluation was conducted on 60 female participants using a formulation containing 0.5% Bakuchiol applied twice daily.

The results demonstrated improved appearance of skin smoothness, radiance, and overall complexion. Skin hydration increased by 16% after continuous use, and the formulation exhibited excellent skin compatibility and tolerance.

Bar chart comparing baseline and week 4 scores for visual smoothness, tactile smoothness, clarity, radiance, overall appearance and global anti-aging

Efficacy evaluation data supplied by the manufacturer.

Applications

Bakuchiol golden oil and psoralea seeds

Solubility

Soluble in most oil-based cosmetic ingredients and hydrophobic emollients.

Stability

Stable under recommended cosmetic formulation conditions.

Typical applications

Anti-aging skincare / Skin brightening formulations / Oil-balancing skincare products

Recommended usage level

0.5%–2.0%

Formulation guidelines

  • Solubility & Compatibility — Bakuchiol is an oil-soluble active ingredient with excellent compatibility in oil-based systems, emulsions, anhydrous serums, creams, and lotions.

  • Incorporation Method — Recommended to dissolve Bakuchiol directly in the oil phase or suitable cosmetic esters/solvents prior to emulsification or incorporation.

  • pH & Stability Conditions — Optimal stability is maintained in formulations with a pH range of 4.0–6.5. To prevent potential color drift, avoid exposure to strong alkaline conditions and trace metal ions (the use of a chelating agent is recommended in emulsion systems).

  • Thermal Stability & Process — To maintain active integrity, avoid prolonged exposure to high temperatures. It is recommended to add Bakuchiol during the cool-down phase (below 50°C) of processing.

Stability ranges may vary depending on molecular weight grade, concentration, formulation matrix, and processing conditions. Final formulation stability should be confirmed through appropriate stability testing.

Packaging and storage

Packaging

1 kg / 5 kg / 10 kg PE bottles, or customized packaging upon request.

Storage

Store in tightly sealed containers protected from light and moisture in a cool and dry place.

Documentation and certificates

Compliant with Canadian Cosmetic Regulations.

Manufactured in accordance with GMP principles.

Cruelty-free — not tested on animals.

Documentation available on request

Certificate of Analysis (COA)

TDS

Heavy Metals Report (USP Standard)

Preservative-Free Declaration

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Our Toronto technical team can supply COA, TDS, heavy metals and preservative-free documentation, discuss custom specifications, and arrange samples for evaluation.