Deep diving into niacinamide

You would probably have heard of niacinamide, and it is probably present in at least one of your skincare products. It is one of the most popular ingredients to have in skincare and is often known as the hero to help soothe inflamed and irritated skin, as well as to reduce signs of ageing such as fine lines, wrinkles, and to fade hyperpigmentation. 

Although it sounds almost like magic, this miracle ingredient exists and has the ability to bring about healthier, hydrated, and brighter skin! 

What is Niacinamide? 

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 that repairs cellular damage and prevents free radical damage. It is also an industry favourite that helps reduce redness, inflammation and irritation, as well as skin conditions like eczema and rosacea. 

Niacinamide is also gentle enough for sensitive skin types, and can be found mostly as an ingredient in serums and moisturisers. 

Apart from the benefits mentioned above, it can also help reduce the appearance of pores as it can help moisturise and smooth out the skin. 

Protecting against sun damage is also a major benefit of niacinamide, as it helps with protecting your skin cells from UV damage. As a result of sun exposure, hyperpigmentation, dark spots and fine lines may start to be more noticeable. Niacinamide can step in to treat that as well, allowing lightening of such areas and eliminating wrinkles. 

Acne-prone skin types will also be glad to know that niacinamide can help reduce inflammation of pimples and papules that can be found in cystic acne, while also improving skin texture over time!

Adding Niacinamide into Your Routine

Niacinamide, although great, should also not be overused in order for full efficacy of the product to take place; it works best at an optimal content of 3-8%! 

If you wish to onboard this niacinamide train, we have some recommendations for you! 

#1 Morning Glow Physical Sunscreen

Morning Glow is a physical sunscreen that helps protect your skin from harmful UV rays and premature ageing. Niacinamide can be found in Morning Glow, which helps to brighten, strengthen skin barrier, eliminate fine lines and fade dark spots! 

#2 Youth Beam Anti-ageing Night Serum

Niacinamide is also present in Youth Beam, our all-time fan favourite serum! In this case, this hero ingredient helps in reducing wrinkles & hyperpigmentation. Youth Beam also has the ability to boost collagen, making your skin hydrated and plump with consistent use! 

#3 Dream Capsule Overnight Sleeping Mask 

Dream Capsule is an overnight sleeping mask where the presence of niacinamide helps to reduce fine lines and wrinkles while giving radiant & plump skin! If you think you will be missing out on your beauty sleep, apply a layer of Dream Capsule before bed, and wake up to smooth, glowy, supple skin!