Skin Glowing Without Blemish, Here are the Benefits and How to Use Skincare with Niacinamide

Illustration of the use of niacinamide. (Freepik)

JAKARTA - The use of skincare containing niacinamide is now increasingly popular because it is known to be effective in helping various skin problems, ranging from excess oil to uneven skin tone.

This content is often the main choice in daily care routines, especially for those who want healthier and well-maintained skin without the risk of high irritation.

According to the founder and head of Glow Clinic Dermatologist, Dr. Varshini Reddy, niacinamide is a relatively safe and easily tolerated ingredient for various skin types.

"Niacinamide, or vitamin B3, is a common ingredient in skin care products. This content helps maintain overall skin health and because it is not an active exfoliating agent, it is generally suitable for use even by owners of sensitive skin," he explained, as quoted by Hindustantimes.

For beginners, niacinamide is known to help control the production of sebum or natural skin oil. This makes it very useful for oily and acne-prone skin. With more balanced oil production, the risk of acne can be reduced while helping to disguise the appearance of large pores.

In addition, niacinamide also has anti-inflammatory properties that help relieve redness, irritation, and sensitivity. Therefore, this ingredient is often recommended for skin that is prone to inflammation or breakouts.

Interestingly, almost all skin types can use niacinamide. For dry skin, this content plays a role in strengthening the skin barrier so that it can lock moisture better. Meanwhile, for oily and acne-prone skin, the main benefit lies in its ability to control oil and reduce inflammation.

Dr. Varshini suggests that the use of niacinamide begins with a low concentration, especially for beginners or owners of sensitive skin.

"Start from 2 to 5 percent, then increase gradually to 10 percent if the skin is used to it," he said. He also emphasized that the results of using niacinamide are not instant, so it requires regular use for about 4 to 8 weeks to see significant changes.

In the skincare routine, niacinamide can be used in conjunction with other active ingredients. This content is known not to react negatively with acids or ingredients such as vitamin C and retinol. However, it is still important to do a patch test first to ensure there are no unwanted reactions.

For optimal results, niacinamide is often used in the morning because the treatment routine is usually simpler. Although rare, some people may experience mild redness. If this happens, it is recommended to simplify the skincare routine into three basic steps: niacinamide, moisturizer, and sunscreen.

Dr. Varshini emphasized that niacinamide is a flexible and easily combined ingredient.

"Niacinamide can be safely used with most active ingredients, including vitamin C, AHA/BHA, and retinol. Its soothing and repairing properties of the skin's protective layer make it an excellent complement to skin care routines," he concluded.