Always check with your doctor. This is general information, not medical advice. Your obstetrician or dermatologist knows your history and can confirm what is right for you.
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.
Pregnancy-safe alternatives
Vitamin CNiacinamideGlycolic AcidLactic AcidMandelic AcidPHAAzelaic AcidPeptidesAlpha ArbutinFerulic AcidSunscreenLicorice ExtractUrea
Frequently asked questions
Is Bakuchiol safe during pregnancy?
Guidance on Bakuchiol in pregnancy is mixed or limited, so check with your doctor or obstetrician before using it. Low-strength, small-area use is often considered acceptable, but your doctor knows your situation.
What can I use instead of Bakuchiol while pregnant?
Vitamin C, Niacinamide, Glycolic Acid and Lactic Acid target similar concerns and are generally considered pregnancy-safe.
Is Bakuchiol safe while breastfeeding?
Check with your doctor. Guidance is usually similar to pregnancy.