Niacinamide
💚Very good
Vitamin
Cell-Communicating Ingredient
What it is
A water-soluble form of Vitamin B3 with a multitude of well-documented benefits for the skin. It is a versatile and stable ingredient suitable for almost all skin types.
How it works
Niacinamide improves the epidermal barrier by upregulating the synthesis of ceramides and other lipids. For skin brightening, it inhibits the transfer of melanosomes from melanocytes to keratinocytes. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and helps regulate sebum production.
Formulation notes
Effective concentration: 2% - 20%
pH range: 5.0 - 7.0
Stability: Highly stable against heat, light, and air.
Safety
Irritancy: 0
Comedogenicity: 0
Ratings
Paula's Choice: Best
INCIdecoder: superstar