NIACINAMIDE: WHAT IT IS AND HOW IT CAN TREAT THE SKIN!

Niacinamide, also known as vitamin B3, is a versatile ingredient that is becoming increasingly popular in skincare. The effects of Niacinamide are remarkable: improving skin texture, reducing redness and minimizing fine lines are just some of the many benefits of Niacinamide in skincare.

We'll tell you how you can benefit from the many positive properties of Niacinamide on your skin.

What is niacin and why is it important for your skin?

The water-soluble vitamin B3 niacin plays a crucial role in our body's metabolism. It is an essential nutrient for the conversion of food into energy. In skin care, it is valued for its anti-inflammatory properties, among other things, as it can reduce redness and skin irritation. 

This makes it a suitable ingredient for sensitive skin or even skin conditions such as rosacea or acne. In addition, niacin can support the production of ceramides, which can help to strengthen the skin barrier. 

Expert advice: An intact skin barrier is crucial for the retention and absorption of moisture as well as the defense against harmful environmental influences.

Niacin is also important for a fresher appearance as it can reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It can also promote the synthesis of the proteins collagen and elastin, which are responsible for the firmness and elasticity of the skin. 

It can also lighten the skin and reduce hyperpigmentation by preventing the overproduction of melanin.

Niacinamide can have these benefits for your skin

The Niacinamide effect has established itself in skin care. The numerous benefits for the skin make products with Niacinamide ideal for daily skincare routines through to use for specific skin problems such as acne, spots or pigmentation marks. 

Because of these benefits of the Niacinamide effect, it has been very popular in skin care for years:

• Skin barrier: A healthy skin barrier is crucial for protection against environmental influences. Niacinamide can help to promote the production of ceramides, which can make the skin more resistant to external stressors and reduce the risk of irritation and dryness.
  
  
• Regulation of sebum production: Excessive sebum production can lead to blemishes and acne. The use of Niacinamide can balance the activity of the sebaceous glands.
  
  
• Reduction of pigmentation spots: Niacinamide can inhibit the overproduction of melanin, which is responsible for the formation of dark spots.
  
  
• Reduction of redness: The amazing effects of niacinamide are often noticeable in a before-and-after comparison: Because it can visibly reduce redness.
  
  

Expert advice: Niacinamide is generally very well tolerated. Known niacin side effects are slight irritation or a temporary feeling of warmth, especially on sensitive skin. 

We therefore always recommend applying new products to the back of the hand first to observe the skin's reaction to them.

Niacinamide in your skincare routine: how it works

If you would like to integrate the versatile active ingredient Niacinamide into your daily skincare routine, we have put together some valuable tips for you on how to use it correctly:

1. Choose the right product: Niacinamide is present in many skincare products. Serums often have a higher concentration of the active ingredient and are therefore ideal for targeted applications. When buying, look for products with a Niacinamide of 5-10% to achieve the best results.
   
   
2. Application after the cleanser: Apply the Niacinamide serum AM and PM after cleanser .
   
   
3. Combination with other ingredients: Niacinamide combines well with other ingredients such as moisturizing hyaluronic acid.
   
   
4. Caution with Vitamin C: There are differing opinions on the simultaneous use of Niacinamide and Vitamin C. While some experts recommend using them together to reap the benefits of both ingredients, others recommend only using them separately to avoid possible skin irritation. Again, it's best to do the back of your hand test to find out for yourself how well you tolerate the combination.
   
   
5. Slow introduction: If you are new to introducing Niacinamide into your routine, start carefully with a lower concentration once a day. Gradually increase the frequency and concentration to get the skin used to the active ingredient.
   
   

Niacinamide is an extremely valuable ingredient in skin care that offers numerous benefits. 

• From strengthening the skin barrier 
• on the regulation of sebum production 
• to the reduction of redness and pigmentation spots. 
  
  

Its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties make it an ideal ingredient for different skin types.