Are you looking for a skincare ingredient that fades pigmentation, prevents acne and promotes overall skin health? If yes, might we recommend the skincare workhorse Niacinamide for your vanity? A form of Vitamin B3, Niacinamide can transform your skin dramatically when used religiously. What we love the most about this active ingredient is how it has zero to no side effects – a Godsend for folks with sensitive skin. So, what are you waiting for? Keep scrolling as we walk you through the many benefits of Niacinamide.
But wait, what is Niacinamide really?
Niacinamide is a skincare active found in foods like eggs, fish, milk, veggies and more. Since the ingredient is water-soluble and is flushed out by the system, one needs to apply Niacinamide on the skin to bolster its health.
What skin type can use Niacinamide?
The best part about Niacinamide? Every skin type can find a use for it. That’s right. Folks with dry, oily, combination and sensitive skin can leverage the power of this active ingredient in their daily routine.
What is the best Niacinamide format to use?
There is an assortment of Niacinamide-infused products in the market, but what should you use? Well, it's simple. If you want visible results quickly, we recommend a Niacinamide B3 serum. Not just any serum, but Foxtale’s innovative formula (more on that later).
There are two major reasons behind the efficacy of Niacinamide Serum over other formats
1. A serum contains a high concentration of Niacinamide, adding to its efficacy.
2. This formulation is lightweight and water-based. It easily percolates into the deepest layers of the skin to ensure desired results.
Before we learn more about Foxtale’s in-house Niacinamide Serum, let’s look at the uses of the active ingredient
1. Regulates oil production: Topical application of Niacinamide soaks up excess sebum, ensuring a healthier microbiome. If you have excess shine on your nose or T-zone, you can turn to this skincare all-rounder.
2. Combats whiteheads, blackheads, and acne: For the unversed, Niacinamide prevents clogged pores, reducing instances of whiteheads, blackheads, and acne.
3. Reduces dark spots and pigmentation: Niacinamide minimises the concentration of melanin in the skin cells, fading dark spots and patches over time. It is a must-have skincare ingredient if you want an even skin tone.
4. Soothes redness and hives: If your skin is prone to developing redness, hives or rashes, Niacinamide is the way to go. The multitasking active possesses anti-inflammatory properties that soothe inflammation.
5. Maintains skin hydration: Niacinamide also forms a protective barrier on your skin’s outermost layer, preventing TEWL or transepidermal water loss. It is the perfect addition to a hydrating skincare routine.
6. Upholds the lipid barrier: The efficacious ingredient plays a pivotal role in maintaining the lipid barrier. Niacinamide boosts Ceramide production in skin cells, further bolstering barrier health.
The Best Niacinamide Serum
If you want to add Niacinamide to your skincare, try Foxtale’s iconic serum. The lightweight formula extends several benefits to the skin. Scroll ahead to make an informed decision.
1. The non-greasy serum cuts excess shine, ensuring oil-free radiance for your skin.
2. Our Niacinamide Serum also serves as a primer. That’s right. You can use it to blur pores, cloak blemishes, and create a smooth canvas for further makeup application.
3. Use the serum to enhance your skin’s brightness with use.
4. The unique formula also carries Olive Leaf Extract that deeply nourishes and soothes inflamed skin.
5. We absolutely love the matte finish this serum grants the skin.
How To Use The Niacinamide Serum
Add Foxtale Niacinamide Serum to your morning and nighttime skincare routine. Follow these steps to enhance the formulation’s efficiency.
1. We recommend cleansing first. This step in your skincare removes unwarranted buildup, resulting in a smooth, clean surface. Cleansing also ensures better absorption of your Niacinamide Serum.
Foxtale Recommends: Acne Control Face Wash with Salicylic Acid for oily and combination skin
Hydrating Face Wash with Sodium Hyaluronate and Red Algae Extract for dry or sensitive skin
2. Once your skin dries, use 2 to 3 pumps of the Niacinamide Serum and apply it on your skin. Be extremely careful around sensitive areas like the eyes and the mouth.
3. After the serum seeps into the skin, bring out your fav Foxtale moisturizer to seal this treatment. Moreover, a potent moisturizer also prevents TEWL, slows ageing signs, reduces inflammation and makes your skin look incredibly soft.
Foxtale Recommends: Hydrating Moisturizer with Ceramides for dry skin
Oil Free Moisturizer for oily, combination and acne-prone skin
Skin Repair Cream for very dry and sensitive skin
Super Glow Moisturizer for all skin types
4. In your AM skincare routine, follow the moisturizer with sunscreen. For those unaware, sunscreen shields the skin against harmful UVA and UVB rays. It prevents tanning, burns, pigmentation and episodes of photoaging.
Foxtale Recommends: Dewy Sunscreen for dry skin
Mattifying Sunscreen for oily, combination and acne-prone skin
Ultra-Matte Sunscreen for all skin types
Glow Sunscreen for all skin types
Conclusion: Niacinamide is a skincare all-rounder that does it all. Dubbed safe for every skin type, you can use it to fight pigmentation, signs of ageing, excessive oiliness, blackheads, whiteheads, acne and inflammation. If you want to integrate this multitasker into your everyday routine, we recommend turning to Foxtale’s Niacinamide Serum.
FAQs
1. Is it good to use Niacinamide every day for your skin?
Yes. You can use Niacinamide every day in your skincare routine.
2. What is better, Vitamin C or Niacinamide?
Both Niacinamide and Vitamin C brighten your skin using different pathways. If you want to bring down the appearance of spots, patches and pigmentation – we recommend using the actives together.
3. Can I use Niacinamide on my enlarged pores?
Yes, you can. Niacinamide soaks up excess sebum and removes deep-seated gunk, minimizing the appearance of pores.
4. Does Niacinamide remove dark marks?
Yes. Niacinamide reduces the melanin concentration in skin cells, fading dark marks and spots over time.
5. Is Niacinamide good for dry skin?
Absolutely. Niacinamide upholds the lipid barrier and prevents TEWL or transepidermal water loss – making it the perfect match for folks with dry skin.
