Few ingredients multitask quite like niacinamide. Also known as vitamin B3, this skin care all-rounder is loved for supporting the skin barrier while helping to improve the look of excess oil, uneven tone, visible pores and redness. From concentrated serums to Korean toners, face masks and moisturisers, discover niacinamide skin care ready to earn its place in your routine. Looking to target shine? Explore our oily skin care selection.
Why choose niacinamide skincare?
Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 and one of skin care's favourite multitaskers. Used across serums, toners, moisturisers, masks and cleansers, it's particularly popular in routines focused on supporting the skin barrier while improving the appearance of uneven tone, visible pores, redness and excess shine.
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Which niacinamide product should you choose?
A niacinamide serum is an easy way to add a targeted treatment step, while toners, creams and cleansers can bring the ingredient into different parts of your routine. Rather than choosing based on concentration alone, consider your wider skin goals and the other ingredients within the formula.
What can you pair with niacinamide?
One reason niacinamide is so popular is how easily it fits into a wider routine. Pair it with hyaluronic acid when hydration is the priority, or explore azelaic acid skincare if blemishes, visible redness and uneven-looking tone are among your concerns.
Why is niacinamide popular in Korean skincare?
Niacinamide fits neatly into K-beauty's focus on hydrated, balanced and radiant-looking skin. Rather than appearing only in targeted serums, you'll find it throughout Korean skin care routines in toners, moisturisers, masks and sun care, often alongside ingredients such as ginseng, Centella Asiatica and hyaluronic acid.
Want the full niacinamide low-down?
Discover more about the ingredient, its benefits and how to use it in our guide to niacinamide skincare, then browse our edit here to choose the right formula for your routine.