It’s a minefield out there. Endless brands, endless products – all with endless promises to give you the skin you’ve always dreamed of. And yet, nothing seems to really, truly work, does it? Well, that’s where Skin + Me comes in.
Here is everything you need to know about 21st century skincare with Skin + Me.
What is Niacinamide?
Niacinamide is a form of naturally-occurring Vitamin B3. It can be found in food and used as a dietary supplement, in medication or topically on the skin. Niacinamide keeps our skin healthy on the outside when applied topically.
What does Niacinamide treat?
Niacinamide treats the signs of ageing by improving the visible appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It also reduces hyperpigmentation, moisturises the skin and helps to regulate the skin’s oil production – which helps to battle acne and rosacea.
Dr Malvina Cunningham, Consultant Dermatologist at Skin + Me sums it up, “Niacinamide is a great ingredient to improve the visible appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It helps tackle pigmentation, regulates oil production and helps moisturise the skin.”
What are the benefits of Niacinamide?
Niacinamide can benefit all ages and skin types. Niacinamide works as an antioxidant and helps to fight harmful compounds caused by sun damage. It also increases the production of ceramides, which keep dry skin feeling more nourished and your skin barrier protected. This is especially useful in minimising some of the possible side effects of any potent active ingredients you may be using in conjunction with niacinamide.
What are the side effects of Niacinamide? Anyone who can’t use it?
Niacinamide is usually a very well tolerated active ingredient by most skin types. In rare instances, it has been known to cause mild stinging, slight redness or irritation. Niacinamide is more gentle than retinoids like retinol or tretinoin in terms of its skin-ageing benefits and is regarded as safe to use during pregnancy.
The best way to use Niacinamide?
Niacinamide is an incredibly amenable ingredient – it gets on with most other active ingredients. That means you can use it in the evenings post-cleanse mixed with other actives, or you can incorporate it into your morning routine – layered underneath sunscreen of course.
Are you ready to make the change to your skincare routine and get your skin where you want it to be?
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