If you've been curious about bakuchiol for a while but haven't quite committed, this is your sign. The Trilogy Bakuchiol+ Booster Treatment isn't just another natural retinol alternative — it's a concentrated, treatment-level dose of 4% bakuchiol designed to deliver visible results in as little as two weeks. And right now, it's one of our most-loved products across Australia.
Here's everything you need to know about why it works, who it's for, and how to use it.
What exactly is a bakuchiol booster?
Good question. You may have seen bakuchiol in face oils, like our Rosapene™ Bakuchiol Oil, where it works alongside a nourishing oil blend. The Bakuchiol+ Booster Treatment is, at its core, also a facial oil — it's a lightweight, fast-absorbing formulation made up predominantly of oils, including squalane — but it's built around a much higher concentration of bakuchiol (4%) as the hero active, in a texture designed for a more targeted, treatment-style approach.
Think of it like the difference between a nourishing everyday facial oil and a targeted treatment oil. The booster is designed to deliver a higher dose of bakuchiol to the skin, in the same easy-to-layer oil texture Trilogy is known for, over or under your existing products. It can be used for an intensive two-week skin reset or as a daily addition to your routine — whatever suits you.
Why does concentration matter with bakuchiol?
Not all bakuchiol products are created equal. The amount of bakuchiol in a formula directly affects what results you can expect. At 4%, the Bakuchiol+ Booster Treatment sits at a high-performance level — clinical evidence shows bakuchiol can improve the appearance of pigmentation, fine lines, and elasticity with consistent use,** and our own consumer trials found 85% of users saw an improvement in skin smoothness after just two weeks of twice-daily use.*
That's a meaningful result in a short timeframe — and without the redness, flaking, or sensitivity that often comes with prescription retinol or even over-the-counter retinol products.
What about pregnancy and sensitive skin?
Bakuchiol is often discussed as a gentler alternative to retinol for people who are pregnant or breastfeeding, since retinol itself isn't recommended during this time. It's worth being upfront, though: bakuchiol hasn't been specifically tested for safety in pregnancy — the research simply doesn't exist yet. What we can say is that it works through a different pathway to retinol, and there's no known reason to expect the same concerns, but this could evolve as more research is published. As always, we'd recommend checking with your healthcare professional before introducing any new skincare product during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so you can make the choice that's right for you.
Beyond pregnancy, this formula is also well suited to anyone with sensitive or reactive skin who has struggled with retinol. No purging phase, no adjustment period, no horror story. Just gentle, consistent results.
What's inside the booster?
The formula is built around bakuchiol, alongside a trio of nourishing skincare oils — each one valued as an active ingredient in its own right, not just there to carry the bakuchiol:
- Squalane — derived from olives, it absorbs quickly and delivers intense moisture without heaviness or pore congestion
- Hemp Seed Oil — rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, it helps condition and strengthen the skin barrier
- Rosehip Seed Oil — a Trilogy icon in its own right, extracted from organically grown rosehips and packed with skin-renewing nutrients
Together, these oils bring their own skin-loving benefits to the formula — supporting smoother, softer, healthier-looking skin — while bakuchiol does the targeted anti-ageing work.
How to use the Bakuchiol+ Booster Treatment
Gently massage 3-4 drops into clean skin. You can use it morning and evening, or layer it into your existing routine — it plays nicely with serums and moisturisers. For best results, use it twice daily for two consecutive weeks; after that, many people continue using it as an everyday treatment.
Because it's daytime safe, you don't need to relegate it to your evening routine like you would with retinol. Just make sure to follow with SPF during the day (which you should be doing anyway).
The 2-week skin reset concept
One of the things that makes this product genuinely different is the 2-week intensive protocol. Using it morning and evening for a fortnight gives your skin a concentrated hit of bakuchiol — and our consumer data backs up the impact. This makes it feel purposeful in a way that's easy to commit to, and also makes it a great option to work through before a special occasion or to reset your skin after travel or seasonal change.
After the two weeks, carry on using it as part of your daily ritual. At 15mL, it's sized as a treatment, which also makes it perfect for travel.
Who is it for?
The Bakuchiol+ Booster Treatment suits all skin types and is specifically worth considering if:
- You're pregnant or breastfeeding and are exploring gentler alternatives to retinol (please check with your healthcare professional first, as bakuchiol hasn't been specifically studied for safety in pregnancy)
- You've tried retinol and found it too irritating
- You have sensitive skin that doesn't tolerate strong actives
- You want to target fine lines, dullness, and loss of elasticity with a concentrated facial oil
- You're looking for something clean, cruelty-free, and made from 100% natural-origin ingredients
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*Averaged self-assessment results from 20 women using Trilogy Bakuchiol+ Booster Treatment over 2 weeks, used twice daily. **Based on clinical in vivo test on 16 volunteers, applied twice daily for 12 weeks (Chaduri et al., 2014).
