{"id":17046,"date":"2024-02-28T18:23:04","date_gmt":"2024-02-28T17:23:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/?p=17046"},"modified":"2024-02-28T18:23:06","modified_gmt":"2024-02-28T17:23:06","slug":"the-power-of-niacinamide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/the-power-of-niacinamide\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the benefits of this ubiquitous ingredient?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/ingredients\/niacinamide\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"326\">Niacinamide<\/a> is a popular skincare ingredient known for its ability to eliminate blemishes, acne and fine lines. Niacinamide is a versatile ingredient capable of targeting skin concerns such as discoloration and redness while being gentle on the skin. It also possesses anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe skin redness and irritation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Integrating niacinamide into your skincare routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you add the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/ingredients\/niacinamide\/best-serum\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"5404\">niacinamide<\/a> in your skincare routine, it's important to do a patch test first and start with lower concentrations if your skin is sensitive. Be careful not to combine niacinamide with very low pH products, such as acids. However, it can be effectively combined with ingredients such as arbutin or tranexamic acid in moisturizers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is niacinamide a valuable acne-fighting ingredient?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, niacinamide offers a number of specific benefits in the fight against acne problems:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Regulation of sebum production<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Niacinamide helps regulate sebum production, reducing the likelihood of pores becoming clogged and causing acne flare-ups. One study showed that a daily application of 2% niacinamide for eight weeks significantly reduced sebum production in participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reduced inflammation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Niacinamide's anti-inflammatory properties can help reduce the redness, swelling and irritation associated with inflammatory acne. What's more, this ingredient can also help prevent acne scarring by reducing inflammation around skin breakouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Complexion improvement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Niacinamide is able to lighten the complexion by regulating melanin production, helping to reduce brown spots and residual marques resulting from acne. 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border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/Cn9AaFSI2oX\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A publication shared by Beautydecoded (@skincaredecoded)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote> <script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to choose niacinamide-based products?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check niacinamide concentration: Concentrations used in clinical studies generally range from 2% to 10%. Start with a low concentration if your skin is sensitive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose alcohol- and fragrance-free products to minimize the risk of irritation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Opt for light, non-comedogenic formulas if your skin is oily or prone to pimples.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects and contraindications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Niacinamide is generally well tolerated even by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/moisturizer\/sensitive-skin-cream\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"4120\">sensitive skins<\/a>. However, there may be some potential side effects to watch out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/care-by-skin-type\/sensitive-skin\/anti-redness\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"4127\">Redness<\/a>\u00a0Some people may experience redness or irritation when using niacinamide-based products for the first time. These reactions are often temporary and disappear after a while.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dryness: Niacinamide may cause feelings of tightness or increased dryness in some people. The use of an appropriate moisturizer may help counteract these effects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"NIACINAMIDE: Best moisturizer? Anti-Acne, Anti-Spot Serum?\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/P6zCNiKek2w?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, niacinamide is a valuable addition to skincare to improve the health and appearance of acne-prone skin. Thanks to its versatile properties, this ingredient can help regulate sebum production, reduce inflammation and improve overall skin tone. Whether you have acne problems or are simply looking to increase the effectiveness of your daily routine, niacinamide could be just the ally you need to achieve healthier, brighter skin.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Niacinamide is a popular skincare ingredient known for its ability to eliminate blemishes, acne and fine lines. Niacinamide is a versatile ingredient capable of targeting skin concerns such as discoloration and redness while being gentle on the skin. 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