Everything You Need To Know About Niacinamide

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A multi-tasking ingredient, proven to offer multiple benefits for the skin and found in many of your favourite Ultraceuticals skincare products.

Also known as Vitamin B3, Niacinamide is a versatile skincare ingredient found in serums, moisturisers and cleansers. It’s proven to support all skin types and known to revitalise the skin’s complexion, balance oil production, strengthen the skin’s barrier and promote an even appearance.

That’s why it’s featured in so many of our cult-favourite products like, Ultra B² Hydrating Serum, Ultra Brightening Cleanser and Ultra Calming Moisturiser Cream. More on that below.

How does Niacinamide benefit the skin?

One of the reasons we love Niacinamide is for its long list of benefits. Not only this, it works for numerous skin types and concerns.

Supports the skin barrier -

A key cause of dry, dehydrated or sensitive skin is a weakened skin barrier that does not effectively retain moisturiser within the skin. When key fatty acids in the skin barrier (known as Ceramides) gradually weaken, the skin may experience all sorts of consequences such as extra dryness, dullness, tightness, flakiness and sensitivity.

Niacinamide can help to kickstart the production of these Ceramides, helping to strengthen the skin barrier, provide optimal comfort and sustain a healthy, supple complexion.

Regulates oil production -

A loss of moisturise in the skin may also lead to extra oiliness. This is because when your skin lacks moisture, it compensates by producing extra oil that may clog your pores and as a consequence, result in visible pores, congestion and breakouts.

This is where Niacinamide helps to prevent moisture loss, help balance excess oil production and reduce the appearance of large, visible pores.

What skin types will benefit from Niacinamide?

Just about everyone. Dry, dehydrated and sensitive skin will benefit from its barrier-strengthening properties, helping to lock in moisturiser and leave the skin feeling soft, hydrated and supple.

Oily skin types will benefit from its ability to regulate oil that may clog your pores and lead to breakouts, while those with dull, lacklustre skin will love the healthy, radiant glow it delivers.

Can you use Niacinamide with other active ingredients?

Another perk of this multi-tasking ingredient is that it can be used alongside other active ingredients for optimal results. It can be combined with Vitamin A (Retinol) to plump fine lines and rejuvenate the skin; Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) to hydrate and firm the skin as well as Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) and Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA) to refine the skin and improve overall texture and radiance.

What skincare products are formulated with Niacinamide?

Our best-selling Ultra B² Range features unique technology powered by Niacinamide and Panthenol (Provitamin B5) to transform dull, dry and dehydrated skin into a plump, smooth and radiant complexion. The range includes our iconic Ultra B² Hydrating Serum, Ultra B² Hydration Mask and Ultra B² Micellar Cleansing Water.

You can also find Niacinamide in our Ultra Calming Cleanser and Ultra Calming Moisturiser Cream which are our dynamic duo to calm and soothe sensitive skin.

For personalised advice on how to incorporate this ingredient into your routine, we suggest speaking with an Ultra Skin Expert via our live chat or complimentary online skin consultation.