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What Is Another Name for Bakuchiol? Exploring the Natural Retinol Alternative

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Bakuchiol is primarily derived from the seeds and leaves of the *Psoralea corylifolia* plant, which has been a staple in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine for hundreds of years. It is also widely known as **babchi**, a name that comes from the plant's Sanskrit name, bakuchi. The ingredient has gained immense popularity in modern skincare as a gentle, plant-based alternative to retinol.