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Natural Retinol Alternative: What Bakuchiol Is and How It Fits Into a Botanical Skincare Routine
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Natural Retinol Alternative: What Bakuchiol Is and How It Fits Into a Botanical Skincare Routine

A Plant-Derived Option for Those Who Want to Go Botanical If you've been looking for a natural retinol alternative, you've probably come across bakuchiol. It keeps appearing in botanical skincare c...

botanical skincareNatural Face Moisturizer: Why Botanical Oils Hydrate Better Than Conventional Lotions

Natural Face Moisturizer: Why Botanical Oils Hydrate Better Than Conventional Lotions

What Actually Makes a Face Moisturizer "Natural"? Walk down any beauty aisle and nearly every bottle promises "natural" hydration. But flip it over and read the label: you'll often find a long lis...