Can you use The Inkey List Bakuchiol Moisturizer with The Inkey List Retinol Serum?
Yes, with care
They can work together, but build up slowly.
Based on 2 active-ingredient pairings, listed below.
How to use them
- If you use both: bakuchiol in the morning, Retinol at night.
- Or use bakuchiol on nights you take a break from your retinoid.
Every active pairing checked
| Actives | Verdict | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Bakuchiol + Retinol | Yes, with care | Yes, with care. You can use Retinol and bakuchiol together, but most people pick one. |
| Bakuchiol + Vitamin C | Yes | Yes. Vitamin C and Bakuchiol work well together. |
What's in each product
Key actives
The Inkey List Bakuchiol Moisturizer
Actives read from the published ingredient list (as transcribed on INCIDecoder). Formulas change; check your bottle.
Key actives
The Inkey List Retinol Serum
Actives read from the published ingredient list (as transcribed on INCIDecoder). Formulas change; check your bottle.
Sources
- Dhaliwal S, et al. Prospective, randomized, double-blind assessment of topical bakuchiol and retinol for facial photoageing. Br J Dermatol. 2019;180(2):289-296.
- Kafi R, et al. Improvement of naturally aged skin with vitamin A (retinol). Arch Dermatol. 2007;143(5):606-612.
- Pullar JM, Carr AC, Vissers MCM. The roles of vitamin C in skin health. Nutrients. 2017;9(8):866.
- Al-Niaimi F, Chiam NYZ. Topical vitamin C and the skin: mechanisms of action and clinical applications. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2017;10(7):14-17.
DM
Reviewed by the Does It Mix editorial team
Last reviewed . Product verdicts combine our ingredient-pair verdicts for each product's key actives. We are not affiliated with these brands. Methodology.