An Ignoble Experiment: This $10 facial oil’s star ingredient will plump and hydrate your skin

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Retinol might be considered the gold standard ingredient in anti-aging skin care, but the potential side effects that come with it — dryness, redness and flakiness — can be a major turnoff. If you suffer from irritation due to sensitive skin but still want the benefits a retinol can provide, BYBI's Bakuchiol Booster might be the answer to your skin care woes.

The facial oil's star ingredient, bakuchiol, is a gentle plant-based alternative to retinol that you might not be familiar with if you're a newbie to the skin care game. This mini but mighty booster helps to stimulate collagen production, even out skin texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. In conjunction with the formula's only other ingredient, squalane, it also works to brighten, nourish, plump and rejuvenate the skin — not bad for a treatment that costs just $10.

The paraben- and sulfate-free formula is designed to work on all skin types, especially ones that need a little extra TLC. It's even safe to use every night — simply add a few drops to your go-to serum, mask or moisturizer, or just apply directly to your face. With this beauty must-have, there's no wrong way to get hydrated and silky smooth skin.