Niacinamide
A form of vitamin B3 used in many cosmetic formulas for the appearance of tone, shine and overall skin condition.
- On the label
- Niacinamide
- Common role
- Multi-use conditioning ingredient
01 · Routine fit
Where it can be useful.
Oily-looking skin, uneven-looking tone and people who want one multi-purpose cosmetic step.
02 · Read the whole formula
What to keep in view.
- A higher percentage is not automatically more suitable.
- It may already be present in moisturisers and sunscreens.
- If a concentrated serum feels uncomfortable, a lower-key formula may suit better.
03 · Often paired with
04 · Formula examples
Catalogue entries containing niacinamide.
Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
The Ordinary
A concentrated, water-based niacinamide serum. It is on the list for people who want niacinamide as a step of its own.
Why it was shortlisted ↗Your Skin Bae Vitamin C Serum
Avoskin
A serum with glycerin, niacinamide and vitamin C in its listed ingredients.
Why it was shortlisted ↗
Miraculous Refining Toner AHA BHA PHA
Avoskin
A toner with glycerin, niacinamide and salicylic acid in its listed ingredients.
Why it was shortlisted ↗
Miraculous Retinol Toner
Avoskin
A toner with glycerin, niacinamide and retinol in its listed ingredients.
Why it was shortlisted ↗5% B5 Centella Calming Gel Cream
FACERINNA
A gel cream with glycerin, panthenol, niacinamide, vitamin C and centella asiatica in its listed ingredients.
Why it was shortlisted ↗2% Salicylic Acid Acne Serum
FACERINNA
A serum with niacinamide, salicylic acid, centella asiatica and squalane in its listed ingredients.
Why it was shortlisted ↗10% Niacinamide 3% TXA Bright Dark Spot Serum
FACERINNA
A serum with glycerin, panthenol and niacinamide in its listed ingredients.
Why it was shortlisted ↗Questions, answered plainly
Before you add another step.
Do I need a 10% niacinamide serum?
No fixed percentage suits everyone. Consider the complete formula, directions and your own comfort.
Can niacinamide be used with vitamin C?
Follow each product's directions. Some brands say to use niacinamide and vitamin C in separate routines. If you are unsure how your skin will take it, introduce one new product at a time.
How often should I use it?
Follow the label on the product. Some niacinamide products are made for once-daily use, others for twice-daily use.