EkoFace 100% Natural Babchi (Bakuchi, Bakuchiol) Oil. (30ml)

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There are several different types of phototherapy—including narrowband UVB, broadband UVB, targeted UVB [excimer laser or light], and UVA with psoralens (topical, oral, or bath)—and all of them involve exposing the skin to light. Babchi though is popular in India for skin ailments such as vitiligo. And has been used for thousands of years. I’d say if it wasn’t effective, it would not have stayed in use…

Since an increasing number of skincare products contain bakuchiol, you’ll be relieved to know that the product texture doesn’t impact efficacy. What counts is the concentration of bakuchiol; research has shown that amounts between 0.5-2% are ideal to get visible benefits. Byrdie Social Media Editor Star Donaldson loves this P.M. powerhouse. Unlike retinol, you don’t have to use bakuchiol at night, but it’s always a good idea to apply active ingredients while you snooze; that’s when your skin naturally goes into repair mode and can best maximize the product's effects. Along with the bakuchiol in this formula, there are also alpha-hydroxy acids—glycolic and lactic—for a mild exfoliating effect that further ups your skin’s glow factor, plus tons of moisturizing and conditioning ingredients so you wake up with a soft and supple complexion. Cho, Hyun; Jun, Jung-Yang; Song, Eun-Kyoung; etal. (2001). "Bakuchiol: a hepatoprotective compound of Psoralea corylifolia on tacrine-induced cytotoxicity in Hep G2 cells". Planta Medica. 67 (8): 750–751. doi: 10.1055/s-2001-18347. PMID 11731920. S2CID 260279217. In addition to this, it is beneficial for dealing with osteoporosis and bone fractures as it can boost bone calcification. 4 Vitiligo is an unpleasant skin condition where white patches occur when skin looses its natural pigmentation. (Melanin pigments are lost when melanocytes cells die).This herb contains various chemicals that may include isopsoralen, psoralen, bavachalcone, dehydriopsoralidin, methyl 4- hydroxybenzoate, psoralidin and corylin. Habitat of the Plant

Use between 0.5-1.0%, this ingredient is oil soluble and heat sensitive, avoid prolonged heating above 75 °C. The essential oils I use are whole and complete not isolated extract like Standardized Lavender used in perfumery etc.Brownell L, Geen S, Yaping E, et al. A Clinical Study Evaluating the Efficacy of Topical Bakuchiol (UP256) Cream on Facial Acne. Journal of Drugs in Dermatology. March 2021. Another area where marketing can get confusing is with "active ingredients." We prefer terms like Functional and BioActive because they still convey meaning - that a natural product will provide visible improvements to the skin's appearance - without suggesting it will have the same potency as prescription or invasive therapies.

Krenisky, Joann M.; Luo, Jian; Reed, Michael J.; etal. (1999). "Isolation and Antihyperglycemic Activity of Bakuchiol from Otholobium pubescens (Fabaceae), a Peruvian Medicinal Plant Used for the Treatment of Diabetes". Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin. 22 (10): 1137–1140. doi: 10.1248/bpb.22.1137. PMID 10549873. INIST 1198639

Topical application of the oil shows that it possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. But it’s main benefit is that the oil has been demonstrated to confer retinol like benefits to the skin – especially for mature skin. The oil is obtained from the Bakuchi plant which is native to South Asia. The oil is pressed directly from the leaves and has been used in Chinese medicine for generations. In recent years it has been tested and used in Western medicine and cosmetics due to its skin improving qualities. Bakuchi oil has shown potential in treating skin conditions such as vitiligo, with a success rate of 70-80%. source: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov The active compounds in bakuchi, such as psoralen, have been found to have anti-cancer properties. source: cancer.gov

Haraguchi, Hiroyuki; Inoue, Junji; Tamura, Yukiyoshi; Mizutani, Kenji (2002). "Antioxidative components of Psoralea corylifolia (Leguminosae)". Phytotherapy Research. 16 (6): 539–544. doi: 10.1002/ptr.972. ISSN 0951-418X. PMID 12237811. S2CID 27269600. Has carminative and digestive properties which is useful in digestive woes. Has anti-flatulent properties which is helpful in Flatulence, Bloating, constipation and in excessive acid in the stomach. Absorbs nutrients in the body. For Kidney Stones

Should You Use a Bakuchiol Serum or Bakuchiol Oil?

I love to experiment with new skin care extracts that have been used in traditional cultures. Babchi has bene used in India for vitiligo.