If you have oily skin, visible pores or the odd breakout, niacinamide is worth knowing about. It’s a gentle, multi-tasking ingredient that fits easily into almost any routine.
What is niacinamide?
Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3. In skincare it’s valued because it does several useful things at once, and it’s well tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive skin.
Niacinamide benefits for skin
- Balances oil: it helps regulate shine, so oily skin looks more matte through the day.
- Refines the look of pores: with less excess oil, pores tend to look smaller.
- Supports the skin barrier: a stronger barrier holds on to moisture better and is less easily irritated.
- Evens skin tone: with regular use it can help reduce the look of dark marks and redness.
- Calms: its soothing properties make it a good partner for blemish-prone skin.
Who should use niacinamide?
- Oily and combination skin
- Skin with enlarged-looking pores
- Blemish-prone skin
- Skin with uneven tone or post-breakout marks
- Sensitive skin that needs a gentle active
How to add niacinamide to your routine
- Cleanse with a gentle foam or gel, such as our Clarifying Gel.
- Tone if you like. The Purifying Toner refreshes oily skin.
- Moisturise with niacinamide. Our Niacinamide Gel Moisturiser hydrates without leaving a greasy finish.
- Spot-treat breakouts as needed with Acne Spot Care, which contains salicylic acid and tea tree oil.
- In the morning, finish with sunscreen.
What can you combine with niacinamide?
- Hyaluronic acid: a great pairing for hydration.
- Salicylic acid: works well together for blemish-prone skin.
- Vitamin C: can be used in the same routine. If your skin is sensitive, use vitamin C in the morning and niacinamide in the evening.
- Sunscreen: always.
How long does niacinamide take to work?
Many people notice less shine within a couple of weeks. Changes to tone and the look of pores usually take 8 to 12 weeks of regular use.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use niacinamide every day?
Yes. It’s suitable for morning and evening use.
Is niacinamide good for dry skin?
It can be, because it supports the skin barrier. Pair it with a richer moisturiser if your skin is dry.
Does niacinamide shrink pores?
Pore size is largely genetic, but niacinamide can make pores look smaller by reducing excess oil.
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