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Bakuchiol
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▸ Editor's verdict OPTIONAL-ADD MEDIUM
Dhaliwal 2019 head-to-head RCT (12 weeks) showed equivalence to 0.5% retinol on wrinkle depth + hyperpigmentation with significantly less irritation + dryness. Single RCT but the design was clean. For users who can't tolerate retinoids or who want a vitamin-C-compatible alternative, bakuchiol is the best-supported "natural retinol" option. OPTIONAL-ADD for skincare-curious.
▸ Verdict change log
- 2026-06-05 — Initial verdict OPTIONAL-ADD. (stub)
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