Niacinamide’s versatility makes it a fan favourite. You can use this active ingredient for fading dark spots, enhancing your skin’s brightness, cutting excess shine, and minimizing pores – among many things. But does this serum only work for a specific skin type? The answer is a resounding no.

In this blog, we take you through the benefits of Niacinamide for different skin types. We then introduce you to the best Niacinamide serum that will elevate your skincare game exponentially. So, what are you waiting for? Keep reading to make an informed decision.

Is Niacinamide Only For Dry And Oily Skin? 

No, every skin type can find a use for this active ingredient. Scroll ahead for the benefits.

Niacinamide for dry skin: While buying products for dry skin, Niacinamide should be on your radar. The skincare active ensures long-lasting hydration for the skincare by preventing TEWL or trans epidermal water loss.

Niacinamide for oily skin: Niacinamide is a Godsend for folks with oily skin. It blots excess oil and prevents clogged pores, ensuring a balanced microbiome.

Niacinamide for combination skin: We know that combination skin has the characteristics of both oily and dry skin. That means – excess grease on the T-zone, chin and forehead while the cheeks stay relatively dry. Niacinamide cuts this shine and shrinks pores while keeping hydration intact for the skin.

Niacinamide for sensitive skin: Sensitive skin is more prone to inflammation, redness, rashes and more. Enter Niacinamide. Its anti-inflammatory properties promote overall skin health and healing. Moreover, the topical application of Niacinamide strengthens the skin barrier by boosting Ceramides and Elastin.

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The Best Niacinamide Serum In India 

If you want to add this active ingredient to your daily skincare, we recommend Foxtale’s in-house creation called the Game Changer. Ahead, we list all the reasons why this formulation is a must-have

1. Enjoy priming benefits: We all love a good hybrid product, right? It helps dissolve the chaos of getting ready in the morning. Our Niacinamide Serum blurs pores and cloaks blemishes while ensuring a brightening effect for the skin. It creates a smooth canvas ensuring better base application. The perfect combination of high-performing skincare and makeup!

2. Get oil-free radiance: We understand the struggle of maintaining oily skin – the never-ending shine, massive pores and makeup that doesn’t stay intact. With our Niacinamide Serum, you can bid farewell to all these woes. The topical application of this formula curbs sebum production for 8 hours, ensuring an oil-free radiance for your skin.

3. Love the matte-finish: Moreover, this efficient formula grants a gorgeous matte finish to the skin. The perfect addition to your skin prep, we say.

- Read Article: Foxtale's 12% Niacinamide Serum Guide

How To Use This Niacinamide Serum 

Once you get your mitts on the Game Changer, here’s how you can make the most of it!

1. Start by cleansing: Only apply serum on a thoroughly cleansed face. A potent face wash melts grime, gunk and other impurities, revealing a smooth, even surface. This ensures better absorption of the treatment/serum, adding to its efficacy.

Folks with dry and sensitive skin should try Foxtale's Hydrating Face Wash. It features Sodium Hyaluronate (HA) and Red Algae Extract that deeply rejuvenate the skin. Additionally, this formulation also doubles as a makeup remover.

People with oily and combination skin should opt for the Acne Control Face Wash. Salicylic Acid at the heart of this formulation cuts excess sebum, controls acne, and alleviates inflammation. Moreover, Hyaluronic Acid in this face wash ensures sustained hydration for the skin.

2. Use the Niacinamide Serum: Once your skin is dry, apply 2 to 3 pumps of Foxtale’s Niacinamide Serum. Use a gentle hand to dab the formula on your cheeks, forehead, chin and more. Be extremely careful around sensitive areas like the eyes and mouth.

3. Moisturize generously: After the serum infuses into the skin, follow up with a moisturizer. For those unaware, a potent moisturizing formula forms a protective barrier on the skin to help seal treatment and hydration. It also softens signs of ageing, reduces inflammation and makes your skin super smooth.

If your skin type is dry, use Foxtale’s Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer. It contains Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer and Olive Oil that boost your skin’s moisture bank. Moreover, Ceramides and Vitamin E sit on the skin barrier, averting free radicals, pollutants, and aggressors.

For oily and combination skin, the Oil Free Moisturizer is the perfect match. This lightweight formula soaks up excess grease, reduces acne, and calms inflammation. That's not all. The cream carries Hyaluronic Acid and Marine Extract that hydrate the skin for its soft, taut appearance.

People who struggle with sensitive skin should try our Skin Repair Cream. It uses ERS technology to nourish, heal and hydrate the skin.

4. Don’t forget SPF: Foxtale’s Niacinamide Serum doesn’t cause photosensitivity. But one must remember that sunscreen is non-negotiable across skincare regimes. It shields the skin against harmful UV rays, preventing tanning, burns, pigmentation and more. Lucky for us, Foxtale carries a range of SPF formulas 

For dry skin, we recommend our innovative sunscreen for dry skin Dewy Sunscreen. It carries D-Panthenol and Vitamin E that keep your skin moisturized without budging on skin protection.

People with oily skin should try Matte Sunscreen. It contains Niacinamide that blots sebum and prevents clogged pores while ensuring infallible sun protection.

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Conclusion

Niacinamide is a versatile ingredient that treats dark spots, and ageing lines, minimizes pores and soothes inflammation across all skin types. If you wish to add this active to your skincare, get your hands on Foxtale’s Niacinamide Serum. The creamy yet lightweight formulation travels into the deepest layers of the skin for the best results. 

Excessive grease, glaringly visible blackheads, and pesky acne! 

People with acne-prone skin are probably well-versed in all the above stages and the unique challenges they bring. But what if we told you that a single, 4-step routine can combat all your problems? Don’t believe us? Keep scrolling!  

Straight from the editor’s desk, we bring you a Foxtale-approved daily routine to maintain acne-prone skin. No fuss, no frills necessary. All you need is our hero products daily to maintain a balanced skin microbiome. But before we get to this cheat sheet, let’s refresh our knowledge of acne-prone skin and its many triggers. 

What Is Acne-Prone Skin? What Are Its Triggers? 

In simple terms, acne-prone skin is susceptible to acne vulgaris. This condition may look different for different folks. For some, it is characterized by a never-ending oil slick on the face. For many others, it may manifest in the form of out-of-the-blue pimples.  

Now there are a flurry of reasons that cause acne-prone skin. We list the most common ones here  

- Stressful lifestyle   

- Daily diet  

- Overactive sebaceous glands 

- Clogged pores   

- Genetic predisposition   

- Skincare or makeup that agitates the skin  

- Hormonal imbalances 

What to Avoid: The "Acne Triggers"

Before diving into the routine, check your shelf for these common culprits:

• Comedogenic Ingredients: Heavy oils like Coconut Oil or Cocoa Butter.
• Harsh Scrubs: Physical exfoliants with large beads can tear active acne and spread bacteria.
• Over-cleansing: Washing more than twice a day strips the barrier, causing "rebound oiliness.

The Best 4-Step Routine To Care For Acne-Prone Skin 

Stick to this routine in morning/nighttime for a fortnight and see the results for yourself. 

1. Cleanse: Use Foxtale’s Acne Control face wash to remove dirt and impurities from the skin. It features Salicylic Acid, an efficacious active, that reduces acne, soothes inflammation and helps with sebum control.   

How To: Use a coin-sized amount of the Acne Control face wash and work it into a lather. Now, gently massage your skin for about 30 seconds. Once through, use water for a double cleanse. Dab your skin dry using a microfibre or paper towel. 

What Makes Our Face Wash Stand Out: This unique formulation reduces acne without drying the skin. Moreover, it contains Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid that ensure nourishment and hydration for the skin.

2. Treat: If you are seeking oil control for your skin, try our Niacinamide Serum. It cuts excess shine and prevents unclogged pores while bestowing a gorgeous, matte finish to the skin. 

How To: Take 2 to 3 pumps of your serum (Niacinamide) and gently dab it on your skin. Use a light hand to avoid any stress on the skin. We recommend being extremely cautious around sensitive areas like the eyes and the mouth.

What Makes Our Niacinamide Serum Stand Out: Our Niacinamide Serum doubles as a primer, making it the perfect precursor to your foundation. It blurs pores and veils blemishes while ensuring oil-free radiance for your skin – 8 hours at a stretch. 

3. Moisturize  

There are many myths surrounding moisturization for acne-prone skin.  Whether you grapple with active zits or have conspicuous blackheads on the T-zone – you cannot skimp on moisturizer. PERIOD. A potent moisturizer forms a protective barrier on the dermis, preventing TEWL or transepidermal water loss. Moreover, it makes your skin soft, defers signs of ageing, and counters inflammation. For folks with acne vulgaris, we recommend the Oil Free Moisturizer. 

How To: Take a dollop of Foxtale’s Oil Free Moisturizer and massage it on your face, neck and décolletage area. 

What Makes Our Oil Free Moisturizer Stand Out: Our gel-based formula has been formulated for people with oily and acne-prone skin. It curbs sebum, alleviates acne and soothes inflammation on regular use. Moreover, Hyaluronic Acid and Marine Extract improve your skin’s capacity to hold water. Use it in your morning/evening skincare to ensure soft, radiant skin.

4. Sun Protect 

No skincare routine is complete without sunscreen. And if you have been skipping this step on account of acne-prone skin, we have the perfect product in store. Make BFFs with Foxtale’s Mattifying Sunscreen. It shields the skin against harmful UV rays, preventing tanning, burns, pigmentation, and ageing.  

How To: Take two fingers’ worth of the Mattifying Sunscreen and apply it on your face and neck. P.S. We recommend wearing sunscreen for approximately 20 minutes before stepping out. If you are outdoors for prolonged periods, reapply every two hours. You can use a sponge to reapply the formula on your face of makeup. 

What Makes Our Mattifying Sunscreen Stand Out: Foxtale’s Mattifying Sunscreen makes for a great addition to products for acne prone skin. The formula contains Niacinamide that absorbs surplus sebum and prevents clogged pores while delivering a beautiful matte finish. Moreover, D-Panthenol in the SPF ensures long-lasting moisturization, making the dermis appear soft and supple. 

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Is it possible to zap a pimple overnight? The kind that shows up unannounced before a special event or occasion? The answer is a resounding yes. A  pimple (or acne gel) is a quick fix formulated with active ingredients can clear your skin while you are busy counting sheep. It is no short of sorcery, in our opinion. 

Having said that, using pimple gel alone might not bear the best results. To maximize output, we are bringing you the best skincare routine to bid farewell to acne. Additionally, we introduce you to the best anti-acne gel from Foxtale. So, keep scrolling? 

Foxtale Acne Spot Corrector Gel  

If you have oily or acne-prone skin, Foxtale’s Acne Spot Corrector Gel deserves a spot in your vanity. Here is an editor’s take on why this product stands out in an avalanche of offerings 

First Impressions: The innovative acne gel sits in a nifty, little tube. Non-greasy and lightweight – the spot treatment glides easily on the skin without any friction. 

Key Ingredients: This superlative Acne Spot Corrector Gel contains Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Azelaic Acid and Niacinamide  

Skin Types: Foxtale’s Acne Spot Corrector Gel has been formulated with all skin types in mind. 

When can I use it: You can use this anti-acne gel in your morning and nighttime skincare routine. 

How does it work: Whether you’re grappling with chronic acne, hormonal zits or seasonal breakouts – our spot treatment conquers all forms of blemishes. Salicylic Acid and Glycolic Acid at the forefront gently exfoliate the skin, reducing the appearance of bumps and eruptions. Moreover, Azelaic Acid inhibits bacterial growth while reducing redness and inflammation. 

Does it prevent future breakouts: The spot treatment by Foxtale also reduces future breakouts. Niacinamide and Salicylic Acid in the formula blot excess sebum and prevent clogged pores, ensuring a healthy microbiome for the skin. 

Can I use the pimple gel on my entire face: Apply the spot treatment on individual bumps and eruptions. We recommend not applying it on your entire face. 

What results should I expect: This meticulous gel shrinks active acne overnight – roughly 12 hours. For better results, use it in your morning and nighttime skincare. 

Can I use this pimple gel for other concerns: Salicylic Acid and Glycolic Acid in the Acne Spot Corrector Gel buff away dead cells, debris and dirt. Therefore, you may use the formula for fading acne scars and spots. 

How To Make The Best Of Foxtale's Acne Spot Corrector Gel? 

To make the most of our Acne Spot Corrector Gel, here’s a step-by-step routine you can follow. 

1. Cleanse: Before using the acne treatment, it's important to have a clean canvas. Use Foxtale’s Acne Control Face Wash to remove dirt, grime and other impurities from the skin. It contains Salicylic Acid which adroitly cuts excess sebum, reduces active acne, and soothes inflammation. Unlike other anti-acne washes, our cleanser doesn’t dry out the skin. It contains Hyaluronic Acid that improves your skin’s capacity to hold water. Additionally, Niacinamide in the face wash puts a sturdy lock on the hydration while upholding the lipid barrier. 

How to use: Take a coin-sized amount of the Acne Control Face Wash and gently scrub your face for 30 seconds. Next, use cold water for a double cleanse. We recommend not using hot water as it removes natural oils from the skin. 

2. Treat: After dabbing your skin dry, use Foxtale Acne Spot Corrector Gel. If you are using other treatments (Vit C for brightening, serum Niacinamide for oil control, etc.), spread them across your AM/PM regimen.

How to use: Apply a pea-sized amount of the spot corrector on individual bumps, eruptions, and rashes. Let the formula infuse into the skin before jumping on to the next step. Although there are no hard and fast rules – avoid applying the treatment on damp skin. 

3. Moisturize: Once the treatment absorbs into the skin, use a moisturizer to seal the active ingredients. There are a lot of myths surrounding moisturization for acne. So, right off the bat – moisturization is integral for maintaining acne-inflicted skin. This formula in your routine helps preserve skin hydration, further regulating sebum production. All you need is a gel-based, lightweight and non-comedogenic formula to get the job done. Try our in-house Oil Free Moisturizer STAT. It works to reduce skin greasiness, reduces acne, and calms inflammation. Moreover, Hyaluronic Acid and Marine Extracts bind water to your skin, making it appear soft and supple.

How to use: Take a dollop of Foxtale’s Oil Free Moisturizer and gently massage it on your skin.

4. SPF: Even if your skin is susceptible to breakouts, you shouldn’t skip on sunscreen. Harmful UV rays from the sun can lead to photoaging, pigmentation, tanning and burns. To avoid these problems, use a broad-spectrum sunscreen that doesn’t lead to greasiness or clogged pores. Our recommendation? Foxtale’s Mattifying Sunscreen. It contains Niacinamide that soaks up excess sebum and prevents plugged pores – making it the perfect fit for acne. 

Since Salicylic Acid and Glycolic Acid in the spot corrector exfoliates the skin to reveal newer skin cells – sunscreen is mandatory to prevent damage. 

How to apply: Use two fingers’ worth of the Mattifying Sunscreen for your face and neck. Apply it 20 minutes before stepping outdoors for best results. Ensure to reapply every 2 hours.

Conclusion: If you are prone to acne breakouts, make BFFs with Foxtale’s Acne Spot Corrector Gel. The formula containing Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, and Azelaic Acid exfoliates the skin to reduce the appearance of acne bumps. 

FAQs

1. What is a spot corrector?

A spot corrector containing active ingredients reduces acne, curb inflammation, and helps with oil control. 

2. When should I apply spot corrector? 

You can use the spot corrector in your morning and nighttime skincare routine. 

3. Can I use Foxtale’s Acne Spot Corrector Gel daily? 

Yes, you can. Foxtale’s Acne Spot Corrector Gel is effective yet gentle on the skin.

4. How long does it take for a spot corrector to work? 

Foxtale Acne Spot Corrector Gel shows visible results in 12 hours.

Acne is one of the most prevalent skin concerns across the world. It occurs when harmful bacteria thrive in clogged pores – resulting in bumps and inflammation. Now, we firmly believe that breakouts and zits are not a big deal. However, severe acne or recurring zits impact not only appearance but also one’s confidence.   

Looking for products to build your anti-acne arsenal? You have landed on the right page. Foxtale brings you a range of high-performing, safe and innovative skincare. As cleansing is the first step in any routine, let’s begin with a highly efficient yet gentle face wash a.k.a. our in-house Acne Control Face Wash.  

Before we learn more about this efficacious offering, let’s understand the need for an acne control face wash. 

Why Do I Need An Acne Control Face Wash?  

If you have oily, acne-prone or acne-affected skin, an acne-control face wash should be on your radar. Here’s why   

1. Oil control: We know that oily skin is more susceptible to breakouts or zits. An acne-control face wash with oil-soluble ingredients like Salicylic Acid cuts excess sebum – ensuring a balanced microbiome.

2. Unclogs pores: As discussed earlier, acne occurs when dirt, grime, and excess sebum clog pores. An efficient acne control face wash dislodges this buildup for a clear, radiant complexion. Using this formula twice daily minimizes the appearance of pores.

3. Prevents blackheads and whiteheads: Blackheads or whiteheads appear when dirt, sebum, and dead cells clog the pores on your skin. The only difference? Blackheads have bigger openings on the skin’s surface that lead to melanin oxidation – resulting in their black appearance. A potent acne control face wash helps prevent these blackheads or whiteheads by removing the most stubborn buildup. 

4. Acne control: It goes without saying – an acne control face wash inhibits bacterial growth, reducing the appearance of bumps and eruptions.

5. Curbs inflammation and soothes skin: Ideally, a good acne-control face wash carries soothing ingredients that help calm inflammation and rashes. 

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Does Foxtale’s Acne Control Face Wash Check The Above Boxes? 

Yes. Our Acne Control Face Wash checks all these boxes and more. Ahead, we list the many benefits of this innovative formula that makes it stand tall in the market.

1. It promotes a healthy acid mantle: The acid mantle or lipid barrier is the first wall of defence of your body. It also plays a pivotal role in skin health by averting irritants, bacteria, and pathogens. That’s right – no matter the concern, a healthy barrier is indispensable to healthy skin. Luckily, Foxtale’s Acne Control Face Wash contains Niacinamide that helps bolster this lipid barrier while fighting acne. This active ingredient enhances the production of Ceramides and Elastin, ensuring optimal barrier functionality.

2. It is gentle on the skin: Unlike many of its counterparts in the market, Foxtale’s Acne Control Face Wash is extremely gentle on the skin. It is also devoid of Sulfates – making it safe for everyday use.

3. It offsets inflammation: Foxtale’s Acne Control Face Wash contains Hyaluronic Acid and Alpha Bisabolol that help counter inflammation, rashes and redness.  

4. It doesn’t make your skin feel stripped: Our innovative Acne Control Face Wash doesn’t make your skin feel extremely dry or stripped. You can add the offering to your AM/PM regimen without any worries.

5. It instantly hydrates your skin: Hydration is crucial for all skin types – oily skin is no exception. The lack of hydration triggers the sebaceous glands into overdrive, making your skin greasier than ever. Luckily, Foxtale’s Acne Control Face Wash contains Hyaluronic Acid that binds water molecules to the skin, making it look soft and supple.

6. Vegan and cruelty-free: If you are a conscious consumer, Foxtale’s Acne Control Face Wash is the way to go. Our potent cleanser is vegan and cruelty-free, much like all Foxtale skincare products. We believe in upholding the cause of sustainable and ethical beauty practices. 

How To Make The Most Of My Acne Control Face Wash? 

If you struggle with recurring or aggressive breakouts, here’s a fool-proof anti-acne routine starring our Acne Control Face Wash. So, what are you waiting for? Scroll ahead and say hello to gorgeous, acne-free skin.

1. Start with cleansing: Take a coin-sized amount of the Acne Control Face Wash and gently scrub your face for 30 seconds. Go for a second cleanse with cold or lukewarm water. 

How often should you cleanse: Experts suggest that cleansing twice daily is sufficient. So, you may use the Acne Control Face Wash in your morning and nighttime skincare routine. Avoid over-cleansing as it removes natural oils from the skin, making it dry and uncomfortably tight.

2. Apply treatment: Once your skin is dry, dab in a serum or treatment of choice. If you want to ensure brightening while regulating sebum – try our Niacinamide serum. Additionally, Foxtale’s acne gel for active breakouts and AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum for buildup removal make for great picks.

How often should you use serum or treatment: You can use the serum twice daily. If you are new to active ingredients, we recommend conducting a patch test first. To avoid any accidental flareups, you can start out by using the formulation twice or thrice weekly.

3. Moisturize for soft, supple skin: Moisturization has many benefits. It creates a protective barrier on the skin, sealing hydration and treatment for prolonged periods. A good moisturizing formula helps offset inflammation, defers ageing and makes your skin appear soft. For oily and acne-prone skin, we recommend Foxtale’s Oil Free Moisturizer. The Niacinamide-infused formula soaks excess sebum, prevents clogged pores, and soothes acne. Moreover, Hyaluronic Acid and Marine Extracts in the formula ensure long-lasting hydration for the skin.

How often should you moisturize: You should moisturize twice daily after cleansing.

4. 360 sun protection: You need SPF, even on a cloudy or outcast day. This formula shields the skin from harmful UV rays, preventing photoaging, pigmentation and other forms of damage. Foxtale’s Matte Sunscreen is the perfect fit for folks with oily or acne-prone skin.

How often should you wear sunscreen: You should apply sunscreen in the morning, 20 minutes before stepping out. If you are outdoors for a long period, reapply every 2 hours.

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