Bakuchiol (pronounced /bəˈkuːtʃi.ɒl/) is a natural plant-derived compound gaining significant attention in the skincare industry as a gentle yet effective alternative to synthetic retinoids (e.g., retinol, retinoic acid). Derived from the seeds and leaves of the Psoralea corylifolia plant (commonly known as babchi or bakuchi), this ingredient offers anti-aging and skin-renewing benefits with fewer side effects like irritation or photosensitivity