Niacinamide

What it does

Reduces redness, regulates sebum, strengthens barrier.

Commonly found in: Serums, moisturizers, sunscreens

• Oily skin — Reduces pore appearance and oil.
• Dry skin — Strengthens barrier.
• Sensitive skin — Very well-tolerated.
• Acne-prone skin — Reduces inflammation, fades PIH.

Common conflicts & pairings

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• No label conflict found
  Niacinamide + Retinol — Despite an old internet myth, modern research shows retinol and niacinamide are highly compatible. Niacinamide actually reduces the irritation retinol is known for, and both target different pathways — retinol accelerates skin turnover whil
• No label conflict found
  Niacinamide + Vitamin C — The 'pure Vitamin C neutralizes niacinamide' myth comes from 1960s-era lab conditions at high heat. In modern cosmetic formulations at skin pH, Vitamin C and niacinamide coexist perfectly. Many professional serums deliberately combine both.
• No label conflict found
  Niacinamide + Hyaluronic Acid — Niacinamide and hyaluronic acid work through completely different mechanisms — one regulates sebum and pigmentation, the other holds water in the skin. They're a textbook-perfect pairing with zero known conflicts.