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Niacinamide

Niacinamide

active

Vitamin B3 derivative and one of the most versatile skincare actives. Strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pore appearance, controls sebum, fades dark spots, and has anti-inflammatory properties. Well-tolerated by all skin types.

Benefits

Reduces pores, controls oil, fades hyperpigmentation, strengthens barrier, anti-inflammatory

Risks & concerns

Very well tolerated. Rare flushing at concentrations above 10%. Compatible with most other actives.

Best for

Dry skin Oily skin Combination skin Sensitive skin Normal skin

Targets these concerns

acne hyperpigmentation anti aging pores oiliness

Found in (9)

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The Ordinary

Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

91/100
A

CeraVe

Moisturizing Cream

88/100
A

La Roche-Posay

Anthelios UVMune 400 SPF50+

87/100
A

SVR

Sebiaclear Serum

86/100
A

CeraVe

Foaming Facial Cleanser

85/100
A

La Roche-Posay

Toleriane Sensitive Cream

84/100
A

Beauty of Joseon

Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+

82/100
B

La Roche-Posay

Effaclar Duo+ SPF 30

78/100
C

Olay

Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream

65/100

Technical details

INCI name
Niacinamide
CAS Number
98-92-0
Category
active
Comedogenic rating
0/5
Also known as
nicotinamide, vitamin b3