We know that Niacinamide is far from a single trick pony. It is an active ingredient that balances oil skin, reduces inflammation, minimizes pores, and prevents acne formation. However, Niacinamide is popularized in the skincare industry as a brightening agent. It works wonders on pesky spots and patches, administering an even skin tone. So much so, that many skincare enthusiasts dub it as effective as Vitamin C (debatable).  

But how does Niacinamide work for an even skin tone? Does it follow the same pathway as Vitamin C for brightening your skin? If yes, do we really need two active ingredients for the same job in our morning and nighttime skincare routine? Find out all these answers in this blog.  

But before we focus on Niacinamide and its role in skin brightening – a refresher on the ingredient couldn’t hurt. Right? 

What is Niacinamide? 

For all our skincare beginners, Niacinamide is an oil-soluble active ingredient. It is found (in abundance) in green veggies, eggs, fish, and other poultry. But oral consumption of the ingredient won’t show visible results vis-a-vis your skin as the excess (Niacinamide) gets flushed out from the body. 

So, if you want to address specific skin concerns, then we recommend adding a Niacinamide Serum to your routine. We will talk more about the serum in the later section of this article. 

What are the other benefits of Niacinamide? 

Before we discuss how Niacinamide treats dark spots and patches – here are some other benefits that make it a colossal hit in the skincare industry.  

1. Niacinamide balances oily skin: Think of Niacinamide as a blotting paper that soaks all the excess sebum or grease. It is a great match for folks with oily or combination skin.  

2. Niacinamide preserves hydration: Topical application of Niacinamide prevents TEWL or transepidermal water loss, safeguarding skin hydration.  

3. Niacinamide soothes inflamed skin: This skincare workhorse possesses anti-inflammatory properties. It works wonders on redness, rashes, hives and other flare-ups.  

4. Niacinamide strengthens the skin barrier: The active ingredient bolsters the lipid barrier by boosting Ceramide production.  

5. Niacinamides reverses skin ageing: You can use Niacinamide to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, crow’s feet and more.  

Does Niacinamide fade dark spots? 

We already know that Niacinamide reduces the appearance of dark spots and pigmentation. However, it follows a different pathway compared to Vitamin C. 

Vitamin C fades dark spots and pigmentation by curbing melanin synthesis. On the other hand, Niacinamide reduces melanin concentration in skin cells to deliver similar results. So, which active ingredient should you use? 

What should I pick, Niacinamide or Vitamin C? 

How about both? If you want to double down on efforts to reduce dark spots and pigmentation, we recommend using the two ingredients together. You can use the two actives at different times during the day, just as a precautionary measure. 

If you still want to pick only one ingredient, try to zero in on your skin’s secondary concerns. Case in point, if you want to beat dark spots with formidable sun protection – try our Vitamin C Serum. Alternatively, to conquer skin greasiness with pigmentation, our Niacinamide Serum is the way to go. 

The Best Niacinamide Serum  

 If you want to integrate Niacinamide into your daily skincare, try Foxtale’s innovative formula. It is high-performing and safe – making it the perfect choice for all skin types. Here’s why this Foxtale formula towers over other serums in the market.  

1. It works as a primer: Who doesn’t love an efficient multitasker? We know we do. Our Niacinamide Serum adroitly blurs pores and cloaks blemishes, creating a smooth surface. It is the perfect precursor to your base tint or foundation formula. Talk about a win-win.  

2. It ensures a gorgeous matte finish: All oily skin gals, assemble. Your new BFF, Foxtale Niacinamide Serum blots excess oil, granting your skin a delectable matte finish in the process. It makes your makeup look uber-glam!  

3. It gives you an oil-free glow: The serum bestows a soft glow on your skin for 8 hours straight.  

4. Breathable formula: Unlike several Niacinamide Serums in the market, Foxtale’s creamy formulation absorbs quickly without leaving behind any residue. 

How To Use Foxtale’s Niacinamide Serum?  

If you want to make the most of the Niacinamide Serum, add it to your morning and nighttime skincare routine. For all our skincare beginners, here’s a model routine that you can adhere to 

1. Cleanse thoroughly: Use a potent face wash to gently wash away dirt, grime, and other pollutants from the pores. This step also ensures better absorption of your Niacinamide Serum or other treatments. For folks with oily skin, we recommend the Acne Control Face Wash with Salicylic Acid. Alternatively, for dry and sensitive skin, you can try the Hydrating Face Wash with Sodium Hyaluronate (HA) and Red Algae.

2. Apply Niacinamide: Our Niacinamide Serum sits in a pump bottle format. So, take 2 to 3 pumps of the formulation and dab it onto your skin. Maintain a light hand to avoid any stress and strain on the skin. Let the serum infuse into the skin and only then follow up with your secondary treatment like Retinol, acne spot treatment and more.

3. Seal the goodness: Next, lather a generous amount of moisturizer to seal in the serum and hydration. If you have dry skin, we recommend our Hydrating Moisturizer with Ceramide. For oily and combination skin, Foxtale Oil Free Moisturizer is the way to go. If your skin is prone to inflammation, redness, hives and more, place your trust in our Skin Repair Cream.

4. Sunscreen: Niacinamide doesn’t trigger photosensitivity, but that doesn’t give you a license to skip SPF. A potent formula shields the skin against UV rays, preventing tanning, burns, pigmentation and ageing. Luckily Foxtale carries four amazing formulas for formidable sun protection. Pick from our Mattifying, Dewy, Glow and Ultra-Matte Sunscreen.

 FAQs 

1. Is 10% Niacinamide good for your skin? 

If you are a skincare beginner, we recommend using 5% Niacinamide in your morning/nighttime skincare routine. 

2.  Can I use 10% Niacinamide Serum twice daily?

Yes, you can use 10% Niacinamide Serum twice daily.