More commonly known as Vitamin B3, Niacinamide is an extremely well researched and proven skincare ingredient. Below are some of the known benefits.

• Anti-aging, wrinkle-smoothing properties:
  Studies show that niacinamide can boost collagen production as well as the production of key proteins; keratin, filaggrin and involucrin which means improved skin structure and fewer wrinkles. 

• Skin-lightening properties:
  Niacinamide as a skin lightener works in a way different to most others. It suppresses the transfer of melanosomes from melanocytes to keratinocytes while most other skin lighteners block an enzyme called tyrosinase. 

• Barrier repair functions:
  Niacinamide increases the synthesis of free fatty acids, cholesterol, and ceramides that result in healthier and stronger skin barrier, decreasing trans-epidermal water loss and better hydrated skin. 

• Anti-acne properties:
  Niacinamide boasts sebum regulating and anti-inflammatory properties. 

• Skin repair and protection:
  Niacinamide can help to speed up epidermal cell growth meaning that it can help with wound healing, it can also smooth the structure of the skin and it has also antibacterial and photo-protective properties.