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Why Your Skin Needs Niacinamide NOW!

Why Your Skin Needs Niacinamide NOW!Photo by Towfiqu barbhuiya on Unsplash

While many of us are loyal to the skincare brands that we know we like, switching things up in favour of ingredients rather than brands is a wise thing to do. One ingredient which we think our customers should know more about is niacinamide. It’s part of the vitamin B3 family, found in foods such as almonds and avocados, and is quite simply one of the most effective anti-inflammatory ingredients in skincare. Brilliant for soothing angry acne and any skin flare-ups, niacinamide is also praised for its ability to minimise pores, even out the complexion, strengthen the skin barrier (it locks moisture in and keeps aggressors out) and boosting collagen. If ever there was an ingredient all-rounder, this is it. Here are five of our favourite niacinamide-containing products:

Dermalogica Age Bright Clearing Serum

This serum from Dermalogica is a multi functional product which helps to prevent breakouts while also targeting the visible signs of ageing. It’s packed with niacinamide which works together with white shiitake mushroom to give a more even skin tone and a brighter complexion. It also contains salicylic acid for mild exfoliation. The product is vegan, cruelty free and works with your skin’s own natural biome to give you clearer, brighter skin.

Medik8 Balance Moisturiser and Glycolic Acid Activator

This pair of products from Medik8 are used in combination to moisturise oily skin without increasing sebum production, and to give a mattifying effect. The niacinamide in this product provides soothing anti-inflammatory properties to reduce redness and irritation around any blemishes as well as halting oil production which can lead to blocked pores. The glycolic acid activator gently exfoliates the upper layers of the complexion, enhancing the absorption of the moisturiser for maximum results.

SkinCeuticals Age Renewal Starter Kit for Dry and Ageing Skin

This kit from SkinCeuticals contains a selection of products which are recommended for anyone with normal, dry or ageing skin who wants to improve their skin health. The products contain niacinamide for its collagen enhancing properties and brightening power, and has four key products from the Age Renewal range. The skincare itself is clinically proven to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and discolouration in just four weeks and is the perfect introduction to SkinCeuticals skin care.

Dermalogica PowerBright Dark Spot Serum

This serum from Dermalogica isn’t just power by name; it is also power by nature. It contains shiitake mushrooms which are rich in beta glucans and ashwagandha to smooth the skin and deliver antioxidant benefits. Obviously there’s a healthy dose of niacinamide in there too, which will take care of dark spots while blackcurrent oil and peony flower help to boost the skin’s natural luminosity. All of these powerful ingredients combine to make a potent product which will fade the appearance of dark spots and make your skin tone look more even after just a few days of use.

Bloom and Blossom Hands Up Age-Defying Hand Cream

The skin on your hands is probably the most hard-working area on your entire body and bears the brunt of cleaning products, sun exposure and other drying factors which will speed up the signs of ageing. Bloom and Blossom have created their Hands Up Age Defying Hand Cream to undo the damage that is done to your hands on a daily basis. It’s packed with niacinamide to brighten and even the skin tone, while licorice root extract reduces inflammation and shea butter will hydrate and nourish the skin.

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