A lightweight botanical face oil designed to smooth, brighten and renew without the irritation of traditional retinol. Powered by bakuchi, rosehip and squalane. It helps support softer, more radiant-looking skin while staying gentle on reactive skin.
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We source time-honoured botanicals known for their extraordinary skin benefits. Nothing more. Nothing unnecessary.
Bakuchi
A natural, plant-based alternative to retinol, known for its skin-renewing properties.
Rosehip
Rich in antioxidants, it helps brighten and support a more even-looking complexion.
Squalane
Deeply hydrating and skin-supportive, it helps maintain a healthy skin barrier.
A kinder approach to visible renewal
A gentler alternative to retinol.
Get the visible renewal benefits you want, without the harshness often associated with traditional retinol. Our botanical formulation is designed for skin that doesn't tolerate everything.
Gentle on skin
Daytime-friendly
No peeling or dryness
Suitable for reactive skin
How to use
The morning ritual.
A simple step for smoother, brighter, healthier-looking skin.
1. Cleanse
Start with clean, dry skin.
2. Apply
Massage 2–3 drops onto face and neck.
3. Follow with SPF
Finish with a broad-spectrum SPF to protect your skin through the day.
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Thoughtfully formulated
Nothing extra.
A concentrated blend of waterless botanical oils, chosen for their skin-loving benefits. No added fragrance, no fillers, no unnecessary ingredients. Just pure, purposeful botanicals.
Waterless formulation
No added fragrance
No fillers or unnecessary ingredients
Real Results
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Real customer results
Uneven texture and tone
Why I formulated this for without Retinol
When the whole skincare industry was obsessed with Retinol, synthetic acids and derivatives. I decided to go with cold pressed plant oils and botanicals to create an alternative to traditional anti-aging products.
OUR PROCESS
18-Day Cold Botanical Infusion
While most skincare is formulated in hours, our Bio Retinol Elixir undergoes an 18-day cold infusion process rooted in traditional Ayurvedic preparation methods. Each botanical is slowly drawn out to preserve its full phytochemical potency.
We then layer in scientifically validated actives to create formulations that honor 5,000 years of tradition while delivering measurable, modern results.
Cold-Infused100% Bioactive PotencyWaterless Formula
Common Questions
Frequently Asked
Yes. Bakuchiol has been studied head-to-head with retinol in peer-reviewed clinical trials. Participants using bakuchiol saw comparable improvement in fine lines, pigmentation, and overall photodamage, with significantly less scaling and irritation. The key difference: bakuchiol is pregnancy safe, not photosensitizing, and works without a "purge" period.
Yes. We formulated both elixirs so that women never have to choose between effective skincare and safety. Zero retinol, zero synthetic actives, zero essential oils flagged for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Every ingredient has been reviewed against current dermatological guidance. Safe at every stage of your life.
Yes. Bio Retinol Elixir is not photosensitizing like synthetic retinol, so it is safe for morning use. Apply 3-4 drops after cleansing, then follow with your SPF. If you also use Night Repair Elixir, use Bio Retinol in the AM and Night Repair in the PM.
Day 1 to 3: Skin feels softer, more hydrated. The botanical oils begin restoring your lipid barrier.
Day 7 to 14: Skin looks more luminous. Fine texture starts to smooth.
Day 21 to 28: Fine lines soften visibly. Tone becomes more even. The difference shows in photos.
Day 60 and beyond: Collagen support compounds. Skin looks firmer, more resilient, and visibly younger.
Start with the one that matches your primary concern. Bio Retinol Elixir if your skin is showing fine lines, dullness, or a loss of radiance. Night Repair Elixir if your skin is breaking out, oily, or scarred from flare-ups. If you experience both, and most women over 30 do, the Power Couple bundle gives you both at $160 instead of $180. Use Bio Retinol in the morning, Night Repair in the evening.
Bio Retinol Elixir is made to give you the smoothing and renewing benefits people want from retinol without the dryness, peeling or stinging. Bakuchiol does not cause the purge period synthetic retinol is known for. As with any new skincare, patch test on your jawline for 24 hours before your first full application.
Yes. Apply water-based serums first and let them absorb, then press in Bio Retinol Elixir. In the morning, follow with SPF. If you use a prescription retinoid, check with your dermatologist before combining.
Yes. Squalane and jojoba are lightweight and very close to the oils your skin makes on its own, so the elixir absorbs quickly without a greasy finish. If your skin runs oily, start with 2 drops and build up.
There is no synthetic fragrance. The light scent comes from the botanicals themselves, including rose, lavender and frankincense, and it fades shortly after you apply.
The formula contains argan kernel oil and marula seed oil. If you have a nut allergy, review the full ingredient list with your doctor before use.
With 3 to 4 drops a day, a 30ml bottle lasts around 2 to 3 months and a 10ml bottle around 3 to 4 weeks. The 10ml size is an easy way to try it first.
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