Bakuchiol is a new type of skincare ingredient that is similar to a retinol. The difference is that bakuchiol is much gentler and calmer on the skin than retinol as retinol can be irritating on the skin when it is first applied.
As retinol is used to improve the skin’s texture and exfoliate the skin of toxins, the same goes to bakuchiol. Bakuchiol can be added into different skincare products, more commonly in serums and moisturizers. Here are the top 8 bakuchiol skincare products in Malaysia.
Is bakuchiol better than retinol?
Due to the similar functions of retinol and bakuchiol, it can be said that both of these ingredients work the same and produce similar results after using it. However, bakuchiol has reportedly been known to be less irritating than retinol on the skin.
What can you not mix with bakuchiol?
Not all skincare ingredients can be used together as they can cause redness or irritations such as tiny bumps or rashes. Ingredients that should not be used along with bakuchiol are vitamin C, AHA/BHA acids and benzoyl peroxide.
8 Best Bakuchiol Skincare Products in Malaysia
1. Joi Bakuchiol Skin Booster
The Joi Bakuchiol Skin Booster is a bakuchiol serum oil that easily absorbs into the skin. This serum smoothes wrinkles and fine lines on the skin and heals the skin from any dark spots or uneven skin tone. There are only two ingredients in this serum as it is naturally derived and without any additives.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Squalane (Olive), Bakuchiol
- Country Of Origin: Malaysia
- Size Available: 30ml
Pros:
✅ Oil serum
✅ Smoothes fine lines and wrinkles
✅ Heals uneven skin tone
Price: RM99.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. DM Essentials Insta-C Retinol Alternative Hydrator
The DM Essentials Insta-C Retinol Alternative Hydrator is a gentle and hydrating moisturizer that contains bakuchiol. This moisturizer is suitable to be used in the day and night to increase the efficacy of the moisturizer. This moisturizer helps to improve the pigmentations and dark spots on the face while preventing any sun damage.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Aqua, Glycerin, Squalane, Bakuchiol,Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Butylene Glycol,Chlorphenesin, Hexenediol,Hydrolyzed Royal Jelly Protein,Phellinus Linteus Mycelium Extract (Schizophyllan),Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
- Country Of Origin: Malaysia
- Size Available: 30ml
Pros:
✅ Suitable to use day and night
✅ Prevents sun damage
✅ Improves dark spots
Price: RM99.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Handmade Heroes The Ultimate Bakuchiol Booster Oil
The Handmade Heroes The Ultimate Bakuchiol Booster Oil is a facial oil that you can use after applying your moisturizer. The facial oil helps to control the production of sebum and does not clog your pores, which helps to improve your skin’s texture. There is 2% of bakuchiol in this facial oil that helps to increase the skin’s elasticity.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Squalane, Bakuchiol (2%), Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Flower/Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
- Country Of Origin: Malaysia
- Size Available: 30ml
Pros:
✅ Increase skin’s elasticity
✅ Control sebum production
✅ Does not clog pores
Price: RM149.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. The Inkey List Bakuchiol Moisturizer
The Inkey List Bakuchiol Moisturizer is a bakuchiol moisturizer that is suitable to be used by all skin types. This moisturizer contains 1% of bakuchiol that aids in reducing wrinkles and fine lines. This moisturizer also contains 1.5% of sacha inchi oil that hydrates the skin deeply within to provide a longer lasting hydration.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Aqua (Water/Eau), Squalane, Glycerin, Propanediol, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil (Sacha Inchi Oil), Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Bakuchiol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Caproyl Prolinate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polysorbate 60, Phytic Acid, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol
- Country Of Origin: United Kingdom
- Size Available: 30ml
Pros:
✅ Reduces wrinkles and fine lines
✅ Provides long lasting hydration
✅ Suitable for all skin types
Price: RM56.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Paula’s Choice Clinical 0.3% Retinol + 2% Bakuchiol Treatment
The Paula’s Choice Clinical 0.3% Retinol + 2% Bakuchiol Treatment is a light lotion skincare product that absorbs quickly into the skin. This treatment can be used after cleansing and before putting on your moisturizer. The treatment promotes the production of collagen and improves wrinkles on the face. Any sagging on the face will be improved with each use of this product.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Dimethicone, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Butylene Glycol, Bakuchiol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Glycerin, PEG-75 Shea Butter Glycerides, Glyceryl Stearate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polysorbate 20, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Retinol, Ceramide NG, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Arctium Lappa (Burdock) Root Extract, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols, Lecithin, Allantoin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Sodium Hydroxide, Tribehenin, Caprylyl Glycol, Dipeptide-2, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, PEG-10 Phytosterol, PEG-8, Magnesium Aluminium Silicate, Arachidyl Glucoside, Chrysin, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Steareth-20, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Coco-Glucoside, Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin
- Country Of Origin: America
- Size Available: 5ml, 30ml
Pros:
✅ Absorbs quickly into skin
✅ Increases collagen production
✅ Improves wrinkles and sagging
Price: RM95.00 – RM300.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. Neogen Dermalogy Bakuchiol Firming Serum
The Neogen Dermalogy Bakuchiol Firming Serum is an anti-aging serum. This bakuchiol serum does not irritate the skin and improves the skin’s texture by boosting collagen production in the skin. The serum supplies antioxidants to the skin that aid in the skin’s radiance and hydration.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Butylene Glycol, Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Glycereth-26, Diglycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Pvm/Ma Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Polyglycerin-3, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Oil, Bakuchiol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Squalane, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipropylene Glycol, Dextrin, Cyanocobalamin, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Guaiazulene, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Lupinus Albus Seed Extract, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopherol, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
- Country Of Origin: South Korea
- Size Available: 5ml, 30ml
Pros:
✅ Anti-aging serum
✅ Boosts collagen production
✅ Aids skin’s radiance
Price: RM56.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Mamonde Bakuchiol Retinol Cream
The Mamonde Bakuchiol Retinol Cream is a hypoallergenic cream that is suitable to be used as a moisturizer. This cream is made without any mineral oil, fragrance and parabens which will not cause any skin reactions especially to those who have a sensitive skin type. This cream minimizes the pores on your face and increases the skin elasticity that will make your complexion look more youthful.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Methyl Trimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Decyl Cocoate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Octyldodecyl Myristate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Bentonite, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Adenosine, Butylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Retinol, Bakuchiol, Artemisia Argyi Leaf Oil, Beta-Carotene, BHT, Tocopherol
- Country Of Origin: South Korea
- Size Available: 60ml
Pros:
✅ Hypoallergenic
✅ Minimizes pores
✅ Increases skin’s elasticity
Price: RM48.00 – RM99.99
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Somethinc Bakuchiol Skinpair Oil Serum
The Somethinc Bakuchiol Skinpair Oil Serum is a non-comedogenic oil serum that is safe to use especially for teenagers and those who are pregnant and. This oil serum is anti-inflammatory and antibacterial which aids in reducing acne and breakouts. This oil serum also works to increase the cell turnover rate of your skin.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Caprylic, Pyrus Malus Seed Oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Salicylic Acid, Bakuchiol, Tocopherol
- Country Of Origin: Indonesia
- Size Available: 20ml
Pros:
✅ Safe for teenagers and pregnant women
✅ Aids in reducing acne and breakouts
✅ Increases rate of cell turnover
Price: RM14.99 – RM36.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
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