Niacinamide

TYPE OF INGREDIENT​
Antioxidant
COMMONLY FOUND IN
Cleansers, serums, moisturizers, sunscreens

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF NIACINAMIDE?

It can calm the skin, reduce transepidermal water loss and retain moisture In the skin. It Is also an antioxidant, which can help brighten the skin. It can minimize signs of aging by hydrating the skin.

WHAT IS NIACINAMIDE?

It Is a form of vitamin B3 that helps maintain healthy skin and support a healthy skin barrier. It Is found In niacin-rich foods such as fish, poultry, grains, nuts and vegetables.

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IS NIACINAMIDE SAFE FOR ALL SKIN TYPES AND TONES?

Yes. It can calm the skin and has antioxidant properties.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

None

Sources:

Gehring W. Nicotinic acid/niacinamide and the skin. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2004 Apr;3(2):88-93. doi: 10.1111/j.1473-2130.2004.00115.x. PMID: 17147561.

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CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 50

La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+Gentle Foaming Moisturizing Wash

Shilpi Khetarpal, MD, FAAD

Author

Shilpi Khetarpal, MD is an ASDS fellowship-trained, board-certified dermatologist who is an associate professor in dermatology and the Director of Laser & Cosmetic Dermatology at Cleveland Clinic. She did her dermatology residency at the Cleveland Clinic and an ASDS fellowship in Moh’s micrographic surgery, lasers and cosmetic surgery at SkinCare Physicians in Chestnut Hill, MA. She has presented at both local and national professional meetings and has authored numerous book chapters in dermatologic textbooks including editing a book on Platelet Rich Plasma and published many articles in peer-reviewed journals. She is actively involved in numerous organizations including the Women’s Dermatologic Society, American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgeons, Ohio Dermatological Association, and American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery.