Vitamin B5 Niacinamide 1 kg

Vitamin B3, Niacinamide USP

Niacinamide is the active form of Vitamin B3. A safe, non-irritating cosmeceutical ingredient which research shows can offer a number of benefits in improving the appearance of aged and photodamaged skin and improve skin moisturization.

While its precise mechanism of action is not clear, clinical studies have shown topical niacinamide to be effective in improving skin texture and the appearance of hyperpigmented spots, with improvement in red blotchiness and the reduction of the severity of fine lines.

 

It has been shown to stimulate collagen synthesis and production of ceramide, a lipid compound that contributes to the functional and structural integrity of the skin barrier. Theoretically, by improving barrier integrity, niacinamide may help the skin become more resistant to external irritants. 

Topical use of niacinamide has been shown in clinical studies to effectively reduce the rate of sebum excretion and its casual serum levels.

Formulation Guidelines:

Add to the water phase of formulations

Can be added directly into a finished cream or base cream

Avoid use in acidic formulations to avoid hydrolysis and formation of nicotinic acid (which can be irritating to skin)

Final pH of product should be about pH 6

Our Niacinamide meets USP specifications, but it is considered a cosmetic grade material once we repackage it.

This is a cosmetic raw material and is meant for external use only in cosmetic formulations.  As with all of our materials, it should not be taken internally.

Recommended Usage: 1-6%

 

Appearance: White granular powder

Solubility: Water soluble (100g/100ml)

INCI: Niacinamide