Why is fall and winter the perfect time to try niacinamide cosmetics?

The most versatile ingredient in cosmetics, suitable for all skin types and a solution to every problem, is niacinamide. What beneficial properties does it have and why should it be included in your beauty routine (especially with the onset of cold weather)?

Ekaterina Anchikova, dermatovenerologist, beautician, member of the National Alliance of Dermatovenerologists and beauticians

What is niacinamide?

The form of vitamin B3, PP, nicotinic acid, all are niacinamide. Vitamin B3, because it is the third vitamin discovered by scientists after thiamine and riboflavin (B1 and B2, respectively). Vitamin PP means “anti-pelagric” (pellagra is a disease that occurs in Asia and Africa due to B3 deficiency).

Niacinamide is found in high amounts in meat, eggs, fish and dairy products. Therefore, if you do not limit yourself to these, the probability of a deficiency that can affect vital organs is minimal. Nicotinic acid affects almost all bioprocesses in our body. This includes carbohydrate metabolism, antitoxic effect, antioxidant program, tissue respiration, blood circulation.

Why does our skin need niacinamide?

Niacinamide is useful for almost any skin, as it is involved in many processes:

– brighten pigment spots;

– fight acne;

– post-acne correction;

– regulation of skin sebum;

– healing of inflammation;

– reduction of wrinkles and improvement of skin elasticity;

– moisturizing the skin and creating a protective barrier;

– stimulation of hair growth.

How to choose a remedy with niacinamide?

As a rule, manufacturers of cosmetics create a formula based on several components, which, interacting with each other, give the skin the desired effect.

When sodium hyaluronate is added to a niacinamide product, it has anti-aging and moisturizing properties. Below we have collected only the tools that have both components.

If the composition, in addition to niacinamide, also contains retinol, acids or zinc, then the product will be an ideal option for problem skin. Here are the products that have these ingredients in their formula.

And of course, niacinamide helps even out skin tone. Here are suitable cosmetics for those who want to prevent the formation of new age spots and lighten existing ones.

In addition, all hair products containing niacinamide stimulate the growth of new hair strands and improve their quality.

Are there any contraindications?

Cosmetics containing niacinamide should not be used by people allergic to nicotinic acid. People with sensitive skin and diagnosed with rosacea should also limit themselves to cosmetic products containing vitamin B3.

How and when is it used?

Cosmetics containing niacinamide are also popular because they can be used at any time of the year or day. If you can understand when to apply and when not to apply when it comes to retinol, then this is not the case for vitamin B3. Each product will have its own rules of use, so always read the instructions before including the product in your home care.