Papaya & Bakuchiol Gel Serum
£34.00
Radiant & regenerated
Bakuchiol is an incredible plant-based & scientifically proven alternative to retinol that provides comparable benefits without irritation, peeling, flaking or photosensitivity!
We combine it with papaya enzymes from unused residual fruit pulp to help smooth and regenerate the skin.
This super nourishing cocktail also contains Acai, Moringa and Baobab cold-pressed oils for a boost of Omegas, vitamins and powerful antioxidants. It glides and leaves the skin feeling nourished and revitalised.
Normal to dry skin. Suitable for sensitive skin
100% Plastic-free | Vegan | Palm-free | Cruelty-Free
40 grams
In stock (can be backordered)
Key Ingredients
Bakuchiol: a powerful, plant-based, natural alternative to Retinol (Vitamin A). No burning, no stinging, no irritation and suitable for day use. It helps reduce the appearance and depth of fine lines and wrinkles. This is the potent extract, not to be confused with Babchi oil.
Papaya Enzymes: sustainably manufactured from the unused residual fruit pulp and macerated with Lactobacillus lactis, it has soothing and regenerative properties.
Instructions
Massage until fully absorbed onto clean, dry skin morning and evening, or as needed.
Formula & Manufacturing Process
This product is a real triumph in sustainability! We’ve created a rich, restorative gel serum using food-grade plant extracts instead of petroleum-derived gelling agents, lanolin or palm derivatives. Instead, we use sustainably-grown Quillaja tree and wild harvested Soapwort extract.
A minimalist, self-preserving formulation with negligible water use and no use of heat.
Olive squalane is an emollient - it softens the skin - derived from olive oil. It is similar to squalene, which occurs naturally in the sebum produced by the sebaceous glands in our skin. It is very light, it has great spreading properties and it's quickly absorbed by the skin leaving no oily residue.
Aqua (Water). It's a liquid at standard temperature and pressure with the chemical formula H2O: one molecule of water has two hydrogen atoms covalently bonded to a single oxygen atom.
Euterpe Oleracea (Acai) Fruit Oil. It's the oil expressed from the fruit of the Cabbage palm, Euterpe oleracea, Arecaceae. An emollient - makes the skin soft- with a rich array of nutrients and antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action.
Lactobacillus/Papaya Fruit Ferment Extract. Sustainably manufactured from the unused residual fruit pulp and macerated with Lactobacillus lactis, it has soothing and regenerative properties.
Adansonia Digitata (Baobab) Seed Oil (Organic). It's the oil expressed from the seeds of the Monkey Bread Tree or the Baobab, Adansonia digitata L., Bombacaceae. Baobab oil (Mbuyu in Swahili) is derived from the seeds of the baobab native to Eastern and Southern Africa. Baobab oil has a high content of vitamins A, D, E and essential fatty acids. Baobab oil is extremely stable against rancidity.
Carica Papaya (Papaya) Seed Oil. Is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Papaya, Carica papaya L., Caricaceae.
Quillaja Saponaria (Soapbark) Wood Extract. Quillaja trees grow in a managed plantation in Chile consisting of trees that are systematically pruned to achieve large amounts of biomass –the whole plant is used in the extraction of Quillaja Saponins. The Quillaja is classed as ‘wild harvested’. The extraction factory is environmentally optimised and has won awards for this. This food-grade extract, together with wild harvested Soapwort extract, allow us to create a rich and stable gel for our Papaya & Bakuchiol Gel Serum, without the use of traditional petroleum-derived gelling agents, lanolin or palm derivatives.
Saponaria Officinalis (Soapwort) Extract. Soapwort is a common hardy flowering plant that grows in many regions of the world and has been widely used by mankind for millennia for personal washing and washing clothing. It was grown by Romans and planted around Roman baths. The saponins in Soapwort are very gentle and suitable for sensitive skin and babies. The soapwort we use is wild harvested and both roots and leaves are extracted for the saponins. This food-grade extract, together with wild harvested Quillaja extract, allow us to create a rich and stable gel for our Papaya & Bakuchiol Gel Serum, without the use of traditional petroleum-derived gelling agents, lanolin or palm derivatives.
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract. This extract comes from the dried leaves of the familiar rosemary plant (Rosmarinus officinalis L.), from which a dark brown, viscous liquid is obtained using a process called supercritical carbon dioxide extraction. The presence of phenolic diterpenes (mainly carnosic acid and carnosol) have been recognised to have potent antioxidant properties which retard the oxidation of fatty and essential oils, as well as carotenoids. This inherent attribute helps prolong the oxidative shelf-life of our finished products. The aromatic plant, with its strong, distinctive smell, has long been used in folk medicine as it also has some antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Botanical Ingredients
When considering sustainable skincare, an often overlooked aspect is the provenance and impact of the ingredients themselves.
We choose botanical ingredients and prioritise those that are either waste by-products of other clean companies, obtained via fermentation processes or lab-grown like micro-algae.
100% Plastic-Free Skincare
Our packaging is 100% plastic-free. You won’t find a small plastic cap, insert, label, lid or dropper. When we say no plastic, we mean it. Our aluminium containers are reusable and endlessly recyclable.
Vegan Friendly & Cruelty-Free
All our botanical ingredients are vegan-friendly and we are proud to be approved as cruelty-free under the Leaping Bunny Programme, the best global cruelty-free assurance.
100% Petroleum-free Skincare
Petroleum is not renewable, therefore not sustainable. This includes mineral oil, PEGs (polyethylene glycols), SLS/SLES (sodium lauryl sulfate / sodium laureth sulfate) and parabens. Thousands of plant-derived cosmetic ingredients exist, and there is absolutely no good reason to incorporate petroleum into our skincare routines.
Palm-Free
We use either alternatives to palm-oil or Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) certified derivatives that have not been farmed through deforestation. At present, all our products are palm-free, with the exception of our Fruit AHAs Exfoliating Mask which contains a very small percentage of a RSPO certified palm derivative.
Read more on where we stand on palm oil.
Organic
Whenever possible or available, we prioritise organic ingredients.
One Product, One Tree
As a way to give back and help reduce the amount of carbon out there, we have partnered with One Tree Planted. For every product we sell, we will plant one tree with them. This tangible act will have lasting effect beyond your product and hopefully beyond all of us!
Transparent
We pledge to always tell it like it is. No exaggerations, distorted information, convenient omissions, concealed facts, baffling marketing gibberish or superstition.
Whitfords Studio
Our London studio was designed and built in-house and all our products are made there: we don’t use external manufacturers. It’s an FSC-certified timber-frame unit complete with green roof to catch all rain water. The electricity used is 100% certified renewable and UK generated, adding to the goal of conserving resources whenever possible.
15 reviews for Papaya & Bakuchiol Gel Serum
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Jana –
This serum is beautiful. The rosemary gives it this amazing smell and it feels so refreshing, bit like peppermint but without the cooling effect. Beautiful ingredients. Absolutely love putting it on after a hot day. It is very nourishing too.
Louise Green –
I have never used a gel serum before but was keen to try it. I was afraid that it might be too oily for me but not at all: I use it as a night serum and this works perfectly. I am a Whitfords convert! 🙂
Dora –
The only face gel serum I buy! It’s fair to say that this little bottle of goodness has transformed my skin texture & quality. I use this at night, leaving me with a non-greasy glow when I wake up in the morning. On top of that, it’s ethical and helping to protect our planet, what’s not to love!
Edina (verified owner) –
Surprisingly great texture. I use this gel serum every time after hair wash and instantly hydrates my face.
Melanie Hill (verified owner) –
Love this serum. I like to use it with another cream or serum. But Great alone too. Love the smell and texture. Love this plastic free brand.
Clare (verified owner) –
Great texture
Elyse –
I have very sensitive and dry skin and I cannot use any of the products that are meant to tackle wrinkles because they irritate my skin. A friend of mine recommended this version of retinol from plants and I am pleasantly surprised with the results. You only need a little bit so one jar goes a long way
Wendy –
A much gentler alternative to retinol. I’ve been using this product for a few weeks and my skin already feels brighter and smoother. I highly recommend it if you have sensitive skin
Isabelle –
I’ve been using this product for two weeks and it hasn’t caused me any irritation or redness so far. It has an unusual consistency (thick gel), it absorbs fast and my skin doesn’t look dull and tired but supple and deeply moisturised. I apply an extra thick layer in the evening and only a little bit in the morning. I would definitely buy this again
Patricia –
I’m so glad I discovered the benefits of bakuchiol! My expression lines are much less noticeable and overall my skin feels firmer and more radiant
Lucy –
I have dry, sun-damaged skin and I came across this brand while looking for a natural product to help me recover some elasticity. I try to avoid toxins in my food, skincare, cleaning products, etc. and I absolutely hate plastic waste so this brand ticks all the boxes for me!
Tina –
If you’re like me (super reactive skin) and cannot use strong chemical peels or things like retinol, vitamin c, etc. this product is a fantastic alternative. It’s effective if you’re consistent and apply it every single day. I’ve been using it for 6 months now and have noticed a huge difference in my complexion. It’s not an overnight fix (I don’t think such thing exists anyway!)
Kristen –
I’m a huge fan of this brand. This product is a bit heavy for my skin but I use it as an intensive night treatment a few days a week only (more often in winter) and I wake up to super hydrated, glowing skin!
Jack –
I love this serum. My skin has never felt so smooth and nourished. I will be buying it again
Danielle Benn –
I’ve never used a serum on my face, thinking they’re generally too oily. But, this serum feels so lovely on my skin! I find I only need the tiniest bit so my tub is lasting forever! It is extremely moisturising on my ‘normal’ skin, so I use it mostly as a night treatment or when my skin feels a bit dryer. It smells fab too. Love it!