[Ingredients] Niacinamide ⭐
Hey guys, in the next few days/ weeks I want to give you a introduction to some ingredients.
Today we start with Niacinamide!
🌼 What it is?
•An active form of vitamin b3
•Other names: Nicotinamide (C⁶H⁶N²O)
•Water soluble vitamin
•Stable & gentle active ingredient
•Up to 5% is well researched
(Most clinical studies were conducted with 2 -5%)
》Higher concentrations doenst always mean better and also can be irritating!
•Forms: (Treatment) toners, serum, essence, lotions, ...
🌼 Functions
•Fades pigmentation
•Reduces Wrinkles
•Clears acne
•Regulates oil production
•Smooths texture
•Minimizes the look of your pores
•Reduces redness & inflammation
•Strengthens & improves the skin barrier
•Fights free radicals (& environmental damages)
🌼 Compatible with:
•Vitamin A (Retinol) , C & E
•AHA, BHA
•Benzoyl Peroxide
•Peptides
•Azelaic Acid
•Tranexamic Acid
•Ceramides
•Hyaluronic Acid
•Alpha Arbutin
🌼 Best for: All skin
🌼 Side effects
Virtually none!
Niacinamide is well tolerated
🌼 How to use it?
• Can be used in the AM & PM
• Apply after cleansing & before moisturizer
> As you can see Niacinamide is very versatile and can be be paired with all different ingredients. An all rounder ingredient!
What are your experiences with Niacinamide?
What other ingredients should I cover?