Niacinamide Skincare

Niacinamide, also known as vitamin B3, is a multi-benefit skincare ingredient.

It's commonly used to help support the skin's natural barrier while improving the appearance of uneven skin tone, texture and excess shine.

Niacinamide helps support the skin's moisture barrier, minimize the appearance of pores and improve the look of uneven skin tone.

It's also known to help reduce the appearance of redness, leaving skin looking calmer and more balanced.

If you're new to niacinamide, the best product to start with depends on your skin type and skincare goals.

Niacinamide is commonly found in cleansers, serums and moisturizers, so choose the format that best fits your routine and introduce one new product at a time.

For oily or blemish-prone skin, No7 Derm Solutions™ features niacinamide as part of Adaptopro Complex™ alongside ceramides and adaptogens, making it an ideal starting point for a targeted routine.

Yes, niacinamide is generally well-tolerated and suitable for daily use, morning and night.

Yes, niacinamide is well-suited to oily skin, as it helps balance oil production while supporting the skin's natural barrier.

Niacinamide is generally well-tolerated by sensitive skin, making it a popular ingredient for those with reactive-feeling complexions.

As always, patch test new products before regular use.

A lightweight moisturizer or cleanser with niacinamide is a gentle way to introduce this ingredient into your routine, as opposed to a more concentrated serum.

Lightweight niacinamide products, such as our Derm Solutions™ Daily Lightweight Moisturizer, absorb quickly and create a smooth base that layers comfortably under makeup.