Does it actually work?
It's been called "herbal Botox" and a "natural retinol" — but does it actually work?Author:Jessica L. YarbroughPublish date:Sep 25, 2018If there were a rom-com written about the spectrum of skin care, natural skin care would be the Rachael Leigh Cook in "She's All That" of the bunch: formerly frumpy, recently catapulted into "cool girl" territory thanks to a glam makeover.
First, a quick refresher on retinol: A member of the retinoid family, which includes all vitamin A derivatives, it's considered a Holy Grail ingredient for all things anti-aging and anti-acne; but even though it's derived from natural vitamin A, the majority of retinoids are synthesized in some way. Retinol is commonly found in over-the-counter anti-aging products, and can be prescribed in higher concentrations by a dermatologist.
Related ArticlesTHE RETINOID UGLIES: WHAT THEY ARE, AND HOW TO GET RID OF THEM YOU SHOULD PROBABLY BE USING A RETINOL OIL RIGHT NOW IF YOU WANT TO STAVE OFF WRINKLES HOW MASS RETAILERS ARE CASHING IN ON THE NATURAL BEAUTY BOOMBakuchiol doesn't function in quite the same way that retinol does, but here's the amazing thing: It offers similar results.
I applied my self-blended bakuchi face mask for three days straight, once using equal parts powder and water, once substituting Manuka honey for water , and once subbing in yogurt . The results? I swear my skin feels firmer and bouncier. All of my active acne from day one was shrunken and healing by day three. I loved the results so much that I'm currently infusing my own bakuchi oil, as well.
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