
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Face Serum with 9 ingredients
FEATURES
Anti-ageing, Contains 0.4% retinol and plant-derived squalane, Reduces signs of ageing, Increases collagen, Restores skin elasticity, Evens skin tone, Reduces spots and blemishes, Vegan and cruelty-free
BEST FOR
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CHECKS
Chemical-free, not tested on animals
Who Is It For?
What Does It Help With?
Fades Fine Lines And Wrinkles Evens Skin Tone Smooths Skin Reduces Spots And BlemishesBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
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Key Information
What Vaadi Herbals Pvt Ltd Says
Product Description:
Vaadi Herbals Retinol 0.4% Face Serum is a powerful anti-ageing formula that uses plant-derived squalane as its base. This serum nourishes the skin and protects retinol from oxidation. retinol, or vitamin A, is proven to fade fine lines and wrinkles, even skin tone, and smooth skin. It starts showing results in most cases in 4-6 weeks when used regularly. Features: Anti-ageing face serum, Infused with 0.4% retinol and plant-derived squalane, Reduces signs of ageing, Increases collagen in the skin, Restores skin elasticity, Evens skin tone, Reduces spots and blemishes, Vegan and cruelty-free.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
plant-derived-squalane-oil,bakuchiol,retinol-palmitate-vitamin-a,tocopheryl-acetate-vitamin-e,distilled-witch-hazel-extract-hamamelis-virginiana,steam-distilled-aloe-vera-aloe-barbadensis-leaf-extract,chicory-root-extract-cichorium-intybus,cellulose-gum-derived-from-cotton,sodium-benzoate,aqua
Key Ingredients
retinol-palmitate,bakuchiol,plant-derived-squalane
Ingredients Details
Bakuchiol
Common Name(s): Bakuchiol,(s)-bakuchiol
CAS Number: 10309-37-2
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides retinol-equivalent anti-aging gene expression from a natural plant compound without retinol's limitations.
Why It's Used: The natural retinol alternative โ the first plant compound with rct evidence for equivalent anti-aging results to retinol with better safety and photostability.
How It Works: Bakuchiol activates rar beta and retinoid x receptors via allosteric binding mechanism. upregulates type i, iii, and iv collagen synthesis genes. downregulates mmp-1 and mmp-9. antioxidant via phenol radical scavenging. photostable โ stable to uv exposure unlike retinol.
Typically Found In: Natural anti-aging serums,pregnancy-safe retinol alternative,photostable anti-aging
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ natural retinol alternative
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%โ2%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ from psoralea corylifolia seeds
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
The dhaliwal et al. (2019, british journal of dermatology) split-face rct directly compared 0.5% bakuchiol vs 0.5% retinol twice daily for 12 weeks โ both groups showed equivalent reduction in fine lines and wrinkles, but bakuchiol showed significantly less scaling, stinging, and burning. this is the strongest evidence that bakuchiol provides retinol-equivalent anti-aging with better tolerability.
Last Verified: Cosing database,dhaliwal et al. bakuchiol vs retinol rct
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12