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A natural alternative to retinol, this plant extract – cropping up in skincare products

– is rich in antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. In fact, a study published in the British Journal of

Dermatology found that not only is it as effective as retinol at treating visible signs of ageing, boosting cell turnover and stimulating collagen, but it does so with less irritation – a win for sensitive skin. To hop on the bakuchiol bandwagon, try Bybi Beauty Bakuchiol Booster, $29, from Sephora.