Niacinamide - Vitamin B3

Why Use Niacinamide?

Niacinamide is a multifunctional skincare ingredient renowned for its ability to improve skin texture, enhance hydration, and support overall skin health. It is widely used in cosmetics and personal care formulations for its brightening and anti-aging properties.

Key Benefits:

• Helps even out skin tone and reduces the appearance of dark spots.
• Enhances skin barrier function, reducing moisture loss.
• Minimizes the appearance of pores and controls excess oil.
• Soothes redness and calms irritated skin.
• Supports collagen production for firmer, more youthful skin.

Common Cosmetic Applications:

• Serums and facial treatments.
• Moisturizers and creams.
• Anti-aging and brightening formulations.
• Oil-control and acne-prone skincare.
• Sunscreens and SPF-enhanced products.

How to Make Brightening, Anti-Aging Serum:

Check out DIY Brightening, Anti-Aging Serum Formulation here.

Additional Information

How to Use

Niacinamide is a versatile ingredient that integrates seamlessly into various skincare formulations:

• Add to water-based skincare formulations like toners, serums, and creams.
• Can be combined with hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid for enhanced benefits.
• Works well in formulations with antioxidants like vitamin C and E.

Usage Guidelines:

• Recommended usage levels: 2%–10%, depending on formulation needs.
• pH compatibility: 5.0–7.0 (best stability).
• Always conduct a small batch test before full-scale production.