Important Things to Know about Niacinamide

In recent times, advancement in skincare products has shaken the beauty industry to the core. The biggest companies revised their skincare formulas with the help of chemists and estheticians to meet the expectations of this revolution. We came to know about Hyaluronic acid, Dimethicone, Benzoyl peroxide etc., addressing skin issues like moisture loss, dullness, sagginess and wrinkles. But they failed to address the issue of congestion and open pores. Do you wonder what could be the product that’s going to solve this issue? We have the answer to this question. Recent research on Niacinamide proves that this high-end product can solve the issue of congestion and open pores. Although, in 1937, Niacinamide was first discovered in the lab. It is a micro-nutrient and present in food, i.e., mushrooms, fish, cereals and vitamin B3 complex. Other names for niacinamide are Nicotinamide, Vitamin B3, Nicotinic amide, Vitamin pp, Niacin etc. However, it is the precursor of vitamin B3 and has a different structural formula than niacin.

Niacinamide can address topical skin issues like Blemishes, Congestion, Open pores, Hyperpigmentation, Eczema, Rosacea and Psoriasis. After the application of Niacinamide for a brief period of time, skin texture appears smooth. Pores reduce in size; sebum activity can be controlled.

Niacinamide is the booster for protein formation that helps in cell regeneration and skin smoothing. It is anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-ageing. Furthermore, Niacinamide promotes ceramide production that participates actively in epidermal permeability. Due to the water solubility property, it aids in reduce inflammation, rosacea, Psoriasis and stop skin sensitivity. It performs the function of controlled sebum production that, in turn, shows reduce pore size.

Whenever a high dosage of niacin gets introduced into the body, it is converted to Niacinamide. Niacinamide helps in the better functioning of fats and saturated sugars. Niacinamide enhanced skin brightening by mild cell turnover. Due to sunlight exposure, the pore size stretched, and skin appears dotted and rough. Niacinamide encourages a healthy cell lipid barrier that in turn calms the skin and reduce pore size. It works on basic acne, Psoriasis, rashes, eczema and skin redness by applying topically. It repairs the dermis by supporting cell regeneration resulting in smooth skin.

Anyone suffering from skin blemishes, congestion, mild acne, large pores can use Niacinamide. In addition to this, Niacinamide can also be used for wrinkles, ageing, and for skin dullness as well.

Niacinamide can be used orally and topically. It is present in supplements that are safer because of high water solubility. Topically, a product containing a concentration of 2% works best. But it can be increased to 10% according to the doctor’s prescription. It is available in serums, creams and face sprays. When the supplements of Niacinamide are taken, then it is best to take folic acid, vitamin c and calcium altogether because it absorbs well. On the skin surface, it should always be applied before heavier serums and creams. Particularly, hyaluronic acid and retinol work best with Niacinamide. First, wash the face with a good cleanser and apply few drops of Niacinamide on the face. Pat the face. Let it air dry. Apply hyaluronic acid for better absorption and retinol afterwards. Lastly, apply a good moisturizer to lock in the product.

Yes, it can be applied to the body. Various ointments and creams contain Niacinamide in different concentrations. Get the advice of dermatologists before introducing a certain concentration of Niacinamide into the skin. It works best on facial skin. But if a person is suffering from rashes, damaged skin barrier, rosacea, allergy on any part of the body, then it can apply as per prescription. In general, Niacinamide is a star ingredient that manifests the properties of skin healing and regeneration. Therefore, introducing it in your skin routine as early as in your twenties is a wise move.