Niacinamide
Niacinamide, also known as vitamin B3, is one of the most versatile ingredients in skincare. It helps strengthen the skin barrier, makes enlarged pores less visible, counters redness and evens out skin tone. Because it’s gentle, niacinamide suits almost every skin type: from dry and sensitive skin to oily, blemish-prone skin.
Niacinamide serum and skincare
Niacinamide serum: 5% or 10%?
A niacinamide serum usually contains between 2% and 10%. If you’re just starting out or have sensitive skin, a lower concentration is a good place to begin, such as the Niacinamide Serum from The Inkey List. A 10% niacinamide serum like B-Bomb from Geek & Gorgeous is a good fit if you want to target pores and a shiny T-zone.
Niacinamide in creams, toners and K-beauty
Niacinamide is also found in many moisturizers and toners. The Glow Serum Propolis + Niacinamide from Beauty of Joseon and the Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum from AXIS-Y are favorites if you want glow as well as a more even tone. That makes niacinamide easy to add to a Korean skincare routine.
Combining with other ingredients
Niacinamide works well with hyaluronic acid for extra hydration and with salicylic acid (BHA) for blackheads and blemishes. You can also use it alongside vitamin C in the same routine.
Shop niacinamide at Boozyshop
Shop niacinamide serums, creams and toners from brands like The Inkey List, Geek & Gorgeous and Beauty of Joseon. Need help choosing? Our beauty experts are happy to help.