Niacinamide
Niacinamide, or nicotinamide, is a form of vitamin B3 used in topical skincare.
Why it is used
Studied for skin lipid production, selected sebum measures and appearance outcomes in specific formulations.
Who may find it relevant
May be relevant to several cosmetic goals, but it is not compulsory for every routine.
Formulation compatibility
Can be formulated with ceramides and humectants. Layering choices depend on product directions and tolerance.
Compatibility inside one finished formula is not an instruction to layer or mix separate products.
A common misconception
A higher percentage is not automatically the better choice.
Where this appears in Venvia products
- Venvia Barrier Support Moisturizer
Planned ingredient highlight supplied by Venvia; confirm against final INCI
General evidence for an ingredient is not evidence for a finished product. Venvia products are still in development and no product claims are made here.
Sources
- [1] Tanno et al. 2000 — Nicotinamide and synthesis of epidermal lipids
- [2] Draelos et al. 2006 — The effect of 2% niacinamide on facial sebum production
- [3] Bissett et al. 2005 — Niacinamide and ageing facial skin appearance