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Bakuchiol Oil

Bakuchiol in oil base / Bakuchiol oleic solution

Safety Notes

Oil-soluble/dispersible form of bakuchiol in carrier oil; same safety and efficacy as pure bakuchiol; easier incorporation in oil phase; see Bakuchiol entry for full detail

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (retinol alternative in oil)

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

Oil-phase anti-aging formulas retinol alternatives

Origin

Vegetable (Psoralea corylifolia)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bakuchiol Oil safe to use in skincare?

Bakuchiol Oil has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Oil-soluble/dispersible form of bakuchiol in carrier oil; same safety and efficacy as pure bakuchiol; easier incorporation in oil phase; see Bakuchiol entry for full detail

Is Bakuchiol Oil allowed in India?

Bakuchiol Oil is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Bakuchiol Oil used for in cosmetics?

Bakuchiol Oil functions as: Active (retinol alternative in oil). It is commonly found in: Oil-phase anti-aging formulas retinol alternatives.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

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