Our Best Products with Niacinamide
What is Niacinamide?
Niacinamide, also known as vitamin B3, is a water-soluble vitamin that is present in many of the foods we eat such as eggs, cereals, green vegetables, and milk. It’s also naturally produced by the body and used in vital functions such as digestion. When applied topically it also has numerous benefits to the skin.
Niacinamide Skin Benefits
Niacinamide, known for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties, is considered safe and suitable for all skin types. This versatile ingredient is especially beneficial for those with oily, acne-prone, or eczema-affected skin. In the following sections, we delve into the myriad benefits niacinamide offers and explore its positive effects on the skin.
Reducing inflammation
Niacinamide has an anti-inflammatory action on the skin which makes it very beneficial for skin concerns that are caused by inflammation such as acne, excess oil, and eczema.
Minimises pores
Niacinamide is clinically proven to help reduce ageing signs and this includes minimising the appearance of pores. As it also helps to reduce and control sebum production, you should also see an improvement in congestion.
Strengthening the skin barrier
Niacinamide helps the skin to produce essential lipids which are essential for keeping the skin barrier strong. This also helps the skin to retain moisture and improve its overall texture.
Regulating oil production
Skincare formulated for oily and acne-prone skin often contains exfoliating ingredients that dry the skin out. The skin responds to this by producing more oil to compensate and the cycle continues. Niacinamide can help with this by repairing the skin barrier and helping it to produce essential lipids needed to regulate oil production. As such, niacinamide can be very beneficial in reducing and calming breakouts and oil-related skin concerns.
Improving texture
Due to the way niacinamide improves the skin barrier, increases lipids and important proteins such as keratin, it can be very effective at improving overall skin texture.
Brightening the skin
Niacinamide helps to reduce dark spots and provide protection against oxidative stress – both factors that help to brighten the complexion and improve radiance.
Niacinamide is a powerful ingredient that can improve skin’s health and appearance. So, whether you're looking to reduce inflammation, minimise pores, or brighten your complexion, incorporating niacinamide into your skincare routine can help. Try La Roche-Posay's niacinamide products today to experience the benefits for yourself.
Our Best Products with Niacinamide
The La Roche-Posay Mela B3 range for dark spots is formulated with our patented molecule Melasyl™ (which intercepts excess melanin at a different stage of its production before it marks the skin) and Pure Niacinamide, for a multi-action against hyperpigmentation. Whilst correcting the look of dark spots and stimulating the skin’s natural cell renewal process, Mela B3 honours the skin’s natural melanin production, and is suitable for all tones and types, including sensitive. Developed with Dermatologists and non-comedogenic, Mela B3 targets all pigment irregularities, even persistent dark spots, and is also suitable for those who may be prone to post-acne marks (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation), sun spots, and age spots.
For the ultimate skincare routine with niacinamide, try:
Step 1: Cleanse the skin with the Mela B3 Cleanser, to reduce the appearance of dark spots and leave the skin looking brighter and more radiant
Step 2: Target dark spots with the Mela B3 Serum, which contains 10% to target the appearance of existing hyperpigmentation while soothing the skin and strengthening the skin barrier. Clinically tested on dark spot prone skin, reducing dark spots for 94% of users*
Step 3: Hydrate with the Mela B3 SPF 30 Moisturiser, our corrective and protective care with 5% niacinamide to target hyperpigmentation and correct the look of dark spots. This cream has an ultra-comforting, non-sticky velvety texture, and is suitable for daily use even under make up. The Mela B3 Moisturiser is formulated with SPF 30 protection to help prevent new dark spots from appearing.
Step 4: Every day, always ensure to complete your routine with a broad-spectrum, high SPF sunscreen, to protect your skin from the UVA and UVB rays present all year round. If you have dark spots, a high protection sunscreen will also help prevent existing dark spots from darkening, and new ones from appearing. Why not try our award winning Anthelios UVMune 400 SPF50+ sunscreen, with the most efficient UV filter protecting against the most penetrative rays**.
Try La Roche-Posay's niacinamide products today and reveal your radiant skin.
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**Ultra long UVA rays [380-400nm]. UVA causes premature ageing.
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