Can you use Bakuchiol with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)?
CompatibleEvidence · Commonly advised
Frequently used together in the morning, and one of bakuchiol's practical advantages over a retinoid: it is not destabilised by light in the same way, so an AM pairing with an antioxidant serum is workable.
Commonly advised: Frequently recommended by formulators; direct evidence can be limited.
Bakuchiol
INCI · Bakuchiol
A plant-derived alternative used for the look of fine lines and tone, often chosen by people who cannot tolerate a retinoid.
Read the reference →Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
INCI · Ascorbic Acid
An antioxidant active, typically used in the morning for a brighter-looking, more even complexion.
All pairings →Cosmetic layering guidance for the look and feel of your routine — not medical advice. Patch-test new combinations.