Niacinamide
Niacinamide, also known as vitamin B3, is one of those skincare ingredients that truly does it all. It helps even out skin tone, soothe redness, reduce the look of blemishes and shine, and even boosts your skin’s barrier function. With options to suit every budget from top brands like The Ordinary, Medik8 and Paula's Choice, our curated range of niacinamide serums and moisturisers has something your skin will love.
Your Questions, Answered
Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3. It’s used in skincare to help build keratin, a protein that maintains skin health, and contribute to stronger, brighter, smoother skin.
Niacinamide helps even skin tone, reduce redness, regulate sebum production, minimise the appearance of blemishes, and support your skin barrier. It’s suitable for every skin type and a worthy addition to any routine.
After cleansing, apply a few drops of your niacinamide serum to dry skin and follow with the rest of your skincare routine. If you’re using a niacinamide-infused cream, such as Naturium’s Niacinamide Gel Cream, use it instead of your regular moisturiser.
Yes, you can use niacinamide and retinol in the same skincare routine. Niacinamide can help support your skin barrier and reduce irritation, so it’s beneficial to use them together.
Yes, niacinamide has been shown to help reduce the appearance of acne. It works by calming inflammation and redness while also regulating excess oil production. The Ordinary niacinamide serum comes with an additional blemish-busting boost with 1% zinc, which helps repair damaged skin and heal blemishes even faster.
