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Good Molecules Bakuchiol Oil Blend For Dry Skin Versus Good Molecules Gentle Retinol Cream

Oil
Serum
American Brand United States
American Brand United States

Updated on December 29, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 1 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils

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Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Emollient

Bakuchiol is a plant-derived antioxidant (it's vegan!). It is often called the replacement for retinol although it is not part of the same family.

It has similar effects as retinol: skin smoothing, reducing discoloration, and preventing wrinkles. It does not cause as much irritation as traditional retinoids.

Bakuchiol works by breaking down free radicals and stimulating collagen production in skin.

Combining bakuchiol with retinol will not have adverse side effects. Studies show using them will just boost the benefits. Bakuchiol is also found to help stabilize retinol.

While bakuchiol does not make the skin more sun sensitive, we recommend wearing SPF on a daily basis.

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When to use

51 Routines
25% use in am
75% use in pm
90% use every day
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5% use in am
95% use in pm
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Reviews

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Good Molecules Gentle Retinol Cream 24 ingredients

3.6 /5
from 7 ratings
Absorbs Well (1) Hydrating (1) Light (1)
Qinasofree's avatar

Qinasofree

2 years ago
Review

Good beginner retinol
Been using it for almost a year, and this one tube is plenty. Just remember the precautions you need to take while wearing retinol (wearing sunscreen is a must, no acids or vit c on the day you are wearing it). I noticed my acne scars are fading.

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TimWizard

1 year ago
Review

This triggered seborrheic dermatitis all over my face. I never had trouble with this until I used this. Now I have to use dandruff shampoo to treat the problem. :,(