How to use them
Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply Bakuchiol first, then Ceramides, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Bakuchiol0.5% – 2%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Ceramidesvaries
- 4Moisturiserseal everything in
What Bakuchiol does
A plant extract (from babchi seeds) that works like retinol in small studies, with far less dryness and no sun sensitivity. It is milder and slower than a true retinoid.
- Typical strength
- 0.5% – 2%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Sensitive, Dry And Normal skin
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What Ceramides does
Lipids that make up about half of your skin barrier. Topping them up reduces water loss, stinging and flakiness, which makes ceramides the best friend of anyone using retinoids or acids.
- Typical strength
- varies
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Dry, Sensitive, Normal, Combination And Oily skin
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Bakuchiol and Ceramides together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Bakuchiol and Ceramides, and neither makes the other less effective.
Which goes first, Bakuchiol or Ceramides?
Apply Bakuchiol first, then Ceramides. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
Should I use Bakuchiol in the morning or at night?
Bakuchiol: works morning or night. Use twice daily. It is stable in sunlight, so a morning application is fine.
Should I use Ceramides in the morning or at night?
Ceramides: works morning or night. Use as your moisturiser step, morning and night. On nights with actives, you can buffer by applying a ceramide cream first.
Is Bakuchiol with Ceramides safe during pregnancy?
Neither is a known risk in normal cosmetic amounts, but guidance varies for Bakuchiol. Check with your doctor.