Does niacinamide help with wrinkles?

Topical niacinamide reduces fine lines and wrinkles after prolonged use. Niacinamide also reduces facial sebum production making it a valuable ingredient for patients who desire skin rejuvenation, but may be acne-prone.

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In respect to this, how many times a week should i take niacinamide?

Niacinamide is an ingredient that is gentle enough to be used twice a day, seven days a week, Dr. Gonzalez and Dr. Rabach say. To apply niacinamide, first wash your face and, if you use one, apply a toner. Which is better retinol or niacinamide? Retinol has similar benefits, but it's stronger than niacinamide. It's also known to cause irritation, redness, and dry skin. Pairing the two ingredients is safe and can make retinol easier to use. Niacinamide helps hydrate the skin, which reduces the risk of irritation caused by retinol.

Is 12 percent niacinamide too much?

When selecting niacinamide products, Dr Ho advises that “a concentration of 4-5% niacinamide is ideal—enough to improve acne and fine wrinkles”. Higher concentrations, like The Ordinary 10% Niacinamide + 1% Zinc, have not yet been proven to exhibit a higher rate of efficacy. What can you not take with zinc and niacinamide? Avoid using vitamin C products with Niacinamide 10% Zinc 1%. If you do use any products that contain vitamin C in your skincare routine, alternate them with Niacinamide 10% Zinc 1%. For example, if you use Niacinamide 10% Zinc 1% in the morning, apply your vitamin C product at night.

When should I use niacinamide?

Any skin type and age can benefit from using niacinamide in their skincare routine. Ideally you should use it twice a day, both morning and evening. For the most beneficial results, opt for formulas (like serums and moisturisers) that can be left on the skin for maximum absorption.