Description:
Also known as vitamin B3, vitamin PP or nicotinamide
Benefits:
Reduces acne vulgaris inflammation and imparts a more even skin tone to counter-act hyper-pigmentation (age spots)
INCI name:
Niacinamide
Manufacturer:
- DSM
Niacinamide belongs to the family of the B vitamins. It is essential in the diet and is contained in many foodstuffs. Niacinamide is also known as vitamin B3, vitamin PP or nicotinamide. To match today’s industry needs, DSM offers Niacinamide PC, a new grade of niacinamide with minimal traces of nicotinic acid.
Niacinamide PC has multiple beneficial effects on the skin:
- It improves skin moisturization
- Reduces the appearance of lines and wrinkles
- Helps protect from UV and blue light damage for beautiful and healthy skin
- Improves the elasticity of the skin
- Rebalances uneven skin tone
- Protects from urban pollutants
- Provides potent anti-inflammatory activity in the treatment of acne vulgaris, reducing papules/pustules and acne severity
Niacinamide PC is readily water soluble and very easy to formulate into a wide range of cosmetics and toiletries. It tolerates a broad pH range (Typically pH 4 - pH 8) and may be processed at temperatures up to 70⁰ C.70
Works well with:
- PhytoSpherix - boosts ceramide synthesis & niacinamide performance.
- Alpha Arbutin - boosts effectivenes for overall brighter healthier skin.
