How to use them
Use them in the same routine in the morning. Apply Ferulic Acid first, then Bakuchiol, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Ferulic Acid0.5%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Bakuchiol0.5% – 2%
- 4Moisturiserthen SPF 50 in the morning
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 Ferulic Acid does
A plant antioxidant best known for stabilising vitamins C and E. Together the trio roughly doubles photoprotection compared with vitamin C alone.
- Typical strength
- 0.5%
- When
- AM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Normal, Dry, Combination And Oily skin
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Trying to choose one? Read Bakuchiol vs Ferulic Acid: which is better for your skin.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Bakuchiol and Ferulic Acid together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Bakuchiol and Ferulic Acid, and neither makes the other less effective. They share a goal (aging), so together they reinforce each other.
Which goes first, Bakuchiol or Ferulic Acid?
Apply Ferulic Acid first, then Bakuchiol. 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 Ferulic Acid in the morning or at night?
Ferulic Acid: best in the morning. Use in the morning under sunscreen, ideally in a combined C + E + Ferulic serum.
Is Bakuchiol with Ferulic Acid safe during pregnancy?
Neither is a known risk in normal cosmetic amounts, but guidance varies for Bakuchiol. Check with your doctor.