The Bakuchiol Oil Serum

Organic oil serum with 100% plant-based retinol alternative bakuchiol. The Bakuchiol Oil Serum is a purely natural, minimally formulated oil serum that uniquely nourishes your skin with softness.

Your skin looks visibly smoother and more radiant. Skin elasticity and firmness are effectively improved, and premature skin aging is slowed down.

• intensively supplies the skin with moisture, valuable fatty acids, and antioxidants
• stimulates collagen production and has proven benefits repairs fine lines, wrinkles, and sun damage
• improves skin elasticity and texture
• can soothe irritated skin, reduce blemishes, strengthen the skin barrier, and restore the skin’s natural balance
• The result: silky-soft, even, and healthy skin with a unique glow. 

It contains the botanical active ingredient bakuchiol, which has been confirmed by many studies* to be just as effective as retinol – but without any skin irritation. The active ingredient is derived from the Indian babchi plant and is traditionally used as a medicinal plant in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).

Key active ingredients: 1% bakuchiol, organic pomegranate seed oil, organic squalane, tocopherol (vitamin E), and organic turmeric

• suitable for all skin types, perfect for dry, mature, sensitive, and blemish-prone skin
• 100% natural and 98% organic ingredients
• formulated with scientifically proven ingredients
• without fillers, contains only high-quality, effective ingredients
  
• free from essential oils, alcohol, palm oil, synthetic colorants, fragrances and preservatives, microplastics, mineral oils, silicones, and parabens
• vegan and cruelty-free

The purely natural organic oil serum from ruhi is a true multitasker: it is as effective as a high-dose retinol serum and nourishes the skin more intensively than a cream.

Packaging / Sustainability

• NEW: nearly plastic-free packaging with 100% recyclable glass bottle, silicone dropper with aluminum ring (only a small plastic element inside the dropper).
• Packaging carton made from 100% biodegradable, FSC-certified natural cardboard printed with eco-friendly inks.
• The base of the serum consists of squalane derived from sustainably grown sugarcane.
• The serums are produced in a sustainable, nature-cosmetics-specialized manufactory in Germany.

*British Journal of Dermatology: Assessment of Topical Bakuchiol and Retinol for Facial Photoaging, 2018.
Heike Käser, Natural Cosmetic Raw Materials: Effects, Processing, Cosmetic Use, 2019.
Guideline of the GD Society for Dermopharmacy e. V.: Dermocosmetics against
Skin aging, 2017.

Also discover our curated selection of natural cosmetics with Bakuchiol – from light serums to rich creams, as well as eye care and facial oils.

Application

• The Bakuchiol Oil Serum can be used in the morning and/or evening.
• Cleanse your skin thoroughly.
  
• Moisten your skin with water or a mild toner. The oil serum should always be applied to damp skin, as this allows it to absorb best.
• Apply 4–5 drops of the oil serum to damp skin.
  
• Gently massage the oil serum in. It absorbs completely within just a few minutes. Enjoy your silky-soft and radiant skin!
• Unlike retinol, the Bakuchiol Oil Serum does not make the skin sensitive to light. However, we still recommend using sunscreen as usual during the day. 

• Tip
• The Ruhi Bakuchiol Oil Serum is perfect as a base facial oil for Gua Sha or jade roller massage. It is also ideal for gentle aftercare following face brushing.  
• You can also use the serum as an active ingredient booster. Simply add a few drops of the oil serum to your favorite skincare product.

• Scent
• The oil serum is free from essential oils or other fragrances and only smells like itself: it has a pleasantly sweet-nutty scent of cold-pressed pomegranate seed oil when applied. (The squalane, the extracts used, and vitamin E are odorless). The scent quickly fades after application.

• Note
• The Bakuchiol Oil Serum contains powerful, active plant ingredients in high concentrations. Therefore, we recommend performing a patch test before integrating the oil serum into your skincare routine. This way, you can easily rule out an allergic reaction to any of the active ingredients.
• Apply a coin-sized amount of the Bakuchiol Oil Serum to your cheek and wait at least 24 hours. If redness or skin irritation occurs, you should not use the oil serum.
• During pregnancy or breastfeeding, please discuss individually with your doctor whether a bakuchiol-containing skincare product can be used.

Ingredients

Squalane**, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Seed Oil*, Bakuchiol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Hybrid Oil*, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Curcuma Longa Root Extract*

*certified organic

**from 100% certified organic sugarcane / made from 100% certified organic sugarcane

Active ingredients

• 1% bakuchiol (100% plant-based retinol alternative) has been proven to stimulate collagen production, minimize wrinkles and fine lines, and improve skin texture and firmness. The active ingredient is derived from the Indian babchi plant and has a long tradition as a medicinal plant in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
• Organic squalane from sustainably grown sugarcane forms the ideal base of the serum: it intensely moisturizes the skin with valuable fatty acids and makes it ultra-smooth. Our squalane is a certified organic raw material. Squalane oil is light, non-greasy, and absorbs quickly.
• Organic pomegranate seed oil is a precious, cold-pressed oil that stimulates cell renewal, balances the skin, and has a particularly strong antioxidant effect. It is especially rich in punicic acid, a rare unsaturated fatty acid with exceptionally high antioxidant properties. The red fruit has played an important role in Persian beauty rituals for many centuries.
• Organic turmeric extract prevents inflammation and soothes the skin. Turmeric is considered one of the most important medicinal plants in Ayurveda.
• Natural vitamin E strengthens the skin barrier and protects against free radicals. At the same time, our high-dose vitamin E acts as a natural preservative and keeps our oil fresh for a long time.

Bakuchiol serum as a plant-based retinol alternative

The bakuchiol serum is a 100% plant-based alternative to retinol and ideal for sensitive skin. Bakuchiol is a vegan skincare ingredient that reduces signs of skin aging and evens out skin discoloration. Bakuchiol comes from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and is a powerful antioxidant derived from the leaves and seeds of the plant Psoralea corylifolia. The bakuchiol serum is considered a plant-based alternative to retinol because it has a similar effect. However, it does not work exactly like the vitamin A ingredient. Both active ingredients can be used together if needed. Additionally, bakuchiol stabilizes vitamin A and helps the skin tolerate higher concentrations of retinol.

Bakuchiol Serum for Sensitive Skin

The bakuchiol serum is especially beneficial for people with sensitive skin because the active ingredient has a soothing effect and reduces skin irritation. Therefore, bakuchiol is often used in products for acne because it calms sensitive and irritated skin. Nevertheless, the bakuchiol serum is suitable for all skin types, especially for those looking for an alternative to retinol. Bakuchiol serum does not cause skin redness.

The bakuchiol serum helps reduce fine facial lines and wrinkles and promotes firmer skin. It is a powerful antioxidant that fights many signs of skin aging. Furthermore, it protects the skin from pollution and environmentally induced skin damage. There are also scientific studies showing that bakuchiol stimulates collagen production just like retinol.

Bakuchiol Serum as Anti-Aging Facial Care

The active ingredient has many benefits in the field of anti-aging and is used for skin tightening on the face to smooth out wrinkles and fine lines. In addition to its regenerative and firming effect, the bakuchiol serum also refines the overall skin texture and evens out skin tone. When using the serum, it is important to always apply the product to a previously cleansed face. If multiple products are used, you should start with the thinnest and move to the richest. The light bakuchiol serum can therefore be applied before using a moisturizer.