Can’t Tolerate Retinol? The Luna Nectar Futurize Botanical Retinol Alternative Boosting Serum Is the Next Best Thing—Review

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TL;DR:

• What it is: A bakuchiol-based serum
• What it does: Targets fine lines, firms skin, and smooths texture
• Who it’s for: Anyone with sensitive skin looking for retinol-like results

Not every face can tolerate the power of retinol, but most can appreciate its more sensitive, skin-friendly alternatives, like bakuchiol.

"Bakuchiol is an ingredient derived from the psoralea corylifolia plant, the ‘babchi’ plant,” cosmetic chemist Perry Romanowski previously told Allure. The ingredient “functions similar to a retinol, increasing cell turnover thereby stimulating collagen production and diminishing signs of aging such as fine lines, wrinkles, skin laxity, and overall photodamage,” board-certified dermatologist Sejal Shah, MD, previously told Allure. “It’s also been shown to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as antibacterial properties.”

All this to say, it’s a powerhouse ingredient that doesn’t get enough credit. But in the Luna Nectar Futurize Botanical Retinol Alternative Boosting Serum, it’s the star of the show. So much so, even its name alludes to the standout ingredient. The elixir is also made with hydrating squalane and rosehip seed oils to add extra nourishment to skin while the fine line-fighting is going on.

Here’s how to use it: At night, after cleansing, pat three drops onto skin (forehead to neck), followed by moisturizer. And in case you need me to remind you, don’t forget to wear sunscreen the next morning!

The Luna Nectar Futurize Botanical Retinol Alternative Boosting Serum was in the June Allure Beauty Box.

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Luna Nectar Futurize Botanical Retinol Alternative Boosting Serum

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