Niacinamide calms acne and oily skin.

The anti-inflammatory power of niacinamide can tame those angry-looking acne spots. One study found that participants’ acne significantly improved after they applied a topical treatment containing 4 percent niacinamide twice daily.

But that’s not all. This form of vitamin B3 can also control sebum or skin-secreted oil which is a factor in acne formation. This study showed that a topical treatment of 2 percent niacinamide reduced sebum levels for participants.

Niacinamide evens skin tone.

Uneven coloration is one thing that makes our complexion look rough. You may have noticed those dark splotches like sun spots, age spots, or pimple scars. These are collectively called hyperpigmentation, or excessive production of the skin pigment melanin. Thankfully, melanin production can be reduced with the help of niacinamide.

In one study, a 5 percent niacinamide moisturiser made “significant improvements” to hyperpigmentation spots in 12 weeks. Another test found that a 2 percent niacinamide sunscreen “significantly decreased hyperpigmentation” in as little as four weeks! Take note, this isn’t just about preventing dark spots but actually reversing them!

Niacinamide may be anti-aging.

Fine lines, wrinkles, dull skin – these are classic signs of skin aging that scientists have long battled. Over time, our skin naturally loses its protein building blocks called collagen, resulting in stiff, saggy skin with less suppleness or ‘bounce.’

Now, we know that niacinamide improves our cells’ function, and one lovely result of that is that our skin cells can synthesize or produce collagen better. This collagen boost equals fuller, more elastic skin that’s resistant to wrinkling. In one clinical test, participants applied a 5-percent niacinamide moisturiser to half of their face for 12 weeks. That half showed a substantial reduction in fine lines and wrinkles, leading to smoother skin texture!

Niacinamide promotes hydrated skin.

An essential factor that keeps your skin looking radiant is hydration. Our skin naturally contains moisture, but that moisture dissipates in harsh environments and with the use of skin-drying soaps. This is why moisturisation is crucial in anyone’s skincare routine. Moisturisers aim to seal hydration within the skin by coating it with fatty compounds that act as barriers.

Nicotinamide does that in a deeper way. This vitamin has been found to promote the production of ceramides, which are the actual lipids or fats that ‘glue’ our skin cells together. This means niacinamide doesn’t just superficially coat the skin, it improves the skin’s natural barrier to keep moisture in. Moisturising from the outside is definitely a massive part of proper skin care but don’t neglect the foundation of moisturisation and remember to always hydrate from the inside first! For more about internal ways to maximize your glow, check out my previous write-up here.

There’s practically zero irritation with niacinamide.

Virtually every study you’ll find about niacinamide will tell you that users of this vitamin experienced no side effects. . This is what I love most about this form of vitamin B3: it offers so many skincare benefits, works quite as well as other chemicals, but is so gentle to the skin that I don’t have to worry about any potential nasty aftereffects.

For youthful, radiant skin, use a facial cream formulated with B3 and natural oils. Our Helichrysum & Frankincense Face Creme is loaded with various essential oils on top of vitamins B3 and B5 (vitamin B5 or panthenol is another superpower skincare ingredient!). They’re collagen-boosting and wrinkle-fighting, helping you preserve that smooth, youthful glow.

To prevent acne breakouts, apply a toner with niacinamide. Toning means priming your face before applying other products like a moisturiser, serum, sunscreen, or makeup. Try our leave-on Facial Toner enriched with antioxidants and anti-inflammatories. Our customers swear it prevents acne flare-ups!

To prevent puffy, wrinkly skin around eyes, apply an eye cream with vitamin B3 every night before going to bed. Remember how niacinamide reduces wrinkles and skin damage? Our Eye Creme makes it even better with nourishing and calming essential oils of Chamomile and Frankincense.

To detoxify oily skin or inflammation-prone skin, slather on a B3-infused face mask. We have this special Pink Clay & Rose Face Mask which tightens the skin and regulates contaminants. Or you can try our Charcoal & Turmeric Face Mask to remove dead skin cells and pore clogs while revitalizing the younger skin within.