{"id":4899,"date":"2026-02-17T17:15:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T18:15:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/baldheadedgirls.com\/?p=4899"},"modified":"2026-02-19T14:57:11","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T14:57:11","slug":"14-niacinamide-skincare-products-to-try-for-clearer-brighter-skin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/baldheadedgirls.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/17\/14-niacinamide-skincare-products-to-try-for-clearer-brighter-skin\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Niacinamide Skincare Products To Try For Clearer, Brighter Skin"},"content":{"rendered":"

\t\t\t\tFor\u00a0virtually all\u00a0of my teen years, I blasted my face with salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide \u2014 anything that claimed to target\u00a0acne,\u00a0I slathered with reckless abandon. It\u00a0wasn’t\u00a0until my 20s that I finally put down the harsh products and picked up gentler ones that targeted breakouts without the slash-and-burn-farming approach \u2014 this is how I discovered\u00a0niacinamide<\/a>.\u00a0
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If you ask me, niacinamide\u00a0(a form of vitamin B3)\u00a0is well-deserving of its hype,\u00a0and\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0not unusual to see it laced into not only skincare products, by\u00a0makeup primers, skin tints, and foundations\u00a0nowadays.\u00a0The ingredient\u00a0is\u00a0often name-checked\u00a0by dermatologists for its multifaceted benefits: curbing excess oil, minimizing the appearance of\u00a0large\u00a0pores\u00a0and\u00a0fine lines, and soothing flare-ups due to inflammation or acne.\u00a0\u00a0
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\u201cNiacinamide works by modulating inflammation and supporting the skin barrier, which is especially important for acne-prone and reactive skin,\u201d explains dermatologist Jenna Queller, MD.\u00a0She adds,\u00a0\u201cIt also helps regulate sebum production\u00a0[natural oils produced by the skin], reduce the transfer of pigment within the skin, and improve skin elasticity, contributing to brighter, more even-toned skin over time.\u201d\u00a0In other words,\u00a0it’s\u00a0an all-in-one skincare ingredient with near-universal appeal.\u00a0
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Ahead,\u00a0I’ve\u00a0rounded up some of my favorite products that\u00a0include\u00a0the star ingredient \u2014 from niacinamide cleansers to serums to moisturizers.\u00a0<\/p>\n

At Refinery29, we\u2019re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. All product details reflect the price and availability at the time of publication. If you buy or click on something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission.<\/em> <\/p>\n

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CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser<\/h2>\n

I’ve\u00a0been using this stuff on repeat for a few reasons.\u00a0For starters, the price is right, and for\u00a0an acne\u00a0cleanser,\u00a0it’s\u00a0not\u00a0over-stripping,\u00a0thanks to CeraVe\u2019s signature\u00a0ceramide complex and hyaluronic acid.\u00a0Plus, it works wonders to ward off new breakouts, thanks to\u00a0antibacterial\u00a0salicylic acid, which also exfoliates deeply but gently,\u00a0preventing clogged pores,\u00a0not to mention\u00a0niacinamide\u00a0to mop up oil\u00a0and boost the skin barrier.\u00a0 <\/p>\n

CeraVe<\/strong> Renewing SA Cleanser, $, available at Ulta Beauty<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Naturium Niacinamide Cleansing Gel\u00e9e 3%<\/h2>\n

If a hydrating essence and a gel cleanser had a baby, this\u00a0would be it.\u00a0You\u00a0can apply it as the first step in a double cleanse to remove makeup,\u00a0or on wet skin to whisk away dirt and oil, leaving behind a bright, balanced complexion.\u00a0In addition to niacinamide, this formula\u00a0contains\u00a0sodium hyaluronate (a form of hyaluronic acid), plus sodium\u00a0ascorbyl\u00a0phosphate,\u00a0a water-soluble, stable form of vitamin C. <\/p>\n

Naturium<\/strong> Niacinamide Cleansing Gel\u00e9e 3%, $, available at Soko Glam<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Then I Met You The Giving Essence
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Then I Met You (founded by Charlotte Cho, the\u00a0brains\u00a0behind K-beauty retailer Soko Glam)\u00a0has been something\u00a0of a best-kept secret \u2014 until now.\u00a0This\u00a0hydrating, brightening essence\u00a0contains\u00a0yeast-derived\u00a0galactomyces\u00a0ferment filtrate and\u00a0saccharomyces ferment filtrate\u00a0to reduce the appearance of\u00a0large\u00a0pores\u00a0and curb sebum.\u00a0(TL;DR\u00a0fermented skin care ingredients tend to be more\u00a0effective\u00a0and\u00a0are easily\u00a0absorbed\u00a0by the skin thanks\u00a0to the\u00a0molecules\u00a0being\u00a0much\u00a0smaller.)\u00a0Besides\u00a0these smart ingredients,\u00a0it\u00a0contains\u00a0a\u00a05% concentration of niacinamide\u00a0to brighten and soothe skin.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Then I Met You<\/strong> The Giving Essence, $, available at Soko Glam<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Eadem Milk Marvel Dark Spot Serum
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Eadem\u2019s\u00a0Milk Marvel Serum is uniquely formulated by and for\u00a0people with melanin-rich\u00a0skin,\u00a0meaning that it targets excess pigment\u00a0without\u00a0lightening\u00a0or bleaching\u00a0your overall skin tone.\u00a0Niacinamide is a key ingredient in the formula, along with papaya and pineapple enzymes, to\u00a0target\u00a0concerns like\u00a0dullness and\u00a0hyperpigmentation\u00a0at the source.\u00a0 <\/p>\n

Eadem<\/strong> Milk Marvel Dark Spot Serum, $, available at Sephora<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Eight Saints Original Cin Niacinamide Face Serum
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Dr. Queller recommends this\u00a0gentle yet effective formula\u00a0for\u00a0its pairing of\u00a0niacinamide with hydrating ingredients\u00a0like hyaluronic acid, zinc PCA, and aloe vera.\u00a0“I love this\u00a0for daily use on sensitive, acne-prone, or dull\u00a0complexions,\u201d\u00a0she\u00a0says. \u201cPatients respond really well to it and appreciate how lightweight and non-irritating it feels on the skin.\u201d\u00a0 <\/p>\n

Eight Saints<\/strong> Original Cin Niacinamide Face Serum, $, available at Eight Saints<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Glossier Super Pure
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Glossier’s fan-favorite clarifying serum contains a one-two punch of niacinamide and zinc to help keep pores clear while quenching skin with a burst of lightweight moisture.<\/p>\n

Glossier<\/strong> Super Pure, $, available at Glossier<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% & Zinc 1%
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This $6 serum was the first niacinamide product I tried, and\u00a0I’ve\u00a0gone back to it\u00a0time and time again. In addition to being buyer’s remorse-free, the product is\u00a0potent enough to\u00a0actually stop\u00a0acne in its tracks without irritating skin.\u00a0(That said, if\u00a0you\u2019ve\u00a0got sensitive\u00a0skin, \u00a0you\u00a0may want to start with a lower-percentage formula, like the brand\u2019s\u00a0Niacinamide\u00a05% Face and Body Emulsion<\/a>.)\u00a0 <\/p>\n

The Ordinary<\/strong> Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum, $, available at Ulta Beauty<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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SkinCeuticals Metacell Renewal B3
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On the pricier end of the spectrum, there’s\u00a0SkinCeuticals’ derm-favorite niacinamide serum that also helps target early signs of\u00a0photo-aging\u00a0(aka, visible sun damage due to UV exposure)\u00a0with line-smoothing ingredients like\u00a0peptides\u00a0(essentially\u00a0building blocks for proteins that strengthen and plump skin)\u00a0and\u00a0moisturizing\u00a0glycerin.\u00a0 <\/p>\n

SkinCeuticals<\/strong> Metacell Renewal B3, $, available at DermStore<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Paula’s Choice 10% Niacinamide Booster
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Get a brightening boost to any serum or moisturizer with this potent niacinamide serum.<\/p>\n

Paula’s Choice<\/strong> 10% Niacinamide Booster, $, available at Paula’s Choice<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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The Inkey List Niacinamide Oil Control Serum
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This affordable buy has\u00a0earned the approval\u00a0of Sephora’s discerning beauty customers (specifically,\u00a01.1k\u00a0Loves \u2014 and counting),\u00a0who sing its praises\u00a0for minimizing enlarged pores, clearing active acne, and brightening overall skin tone and hyperpigmentation.\u00a0 <\/p>\n

The Inkey List<\/strong> Niacinamide Oil Control Serum, $, available at Sephora<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Drunk Elephant B-Goldi Bright Drops with Niacinamide
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It’s\u00a0a highlighter!\u00a0It’s\u00a0a serum!\u00a0It’s…both? This Drunk Elephant potion combines the brightening benefits of niacinamide with the glassy sheen of your favorite dewy-skin-maker for a product I intend on using until the last drop.\u00a0 <\/p>\n

Drunk Elephant<\/strong> B-Goldi Bright Drops with Niacinamide, $, available at Ulta Beauty<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Skinfix Barrier+ Skin Barrier Niacinamide Restoring Gel Cream<\/h2>\n

Get some beauty sleep and nourish your skin barrier with this lightweight yet powerful moisturizer packed with niacinamide, zinc PCA, and peptides to get your healthiest complexion yet.\u00a0 <\/p>\n

Skinfix<\/strong> Skin Barrier Restoring Gel Cream, $, available at Sephora<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Farmacy 10% Niacinamide Night Mask
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In addition to niacinamide, Farmacy’s nighttime mask includes\u00a0highly moisturizing\u00a0panthenol and\u00a0equally skin-quenching\u00a0blueberry seed oil to help you wake up to radiant, glowing skin.\u00a0 <\/p>\n

Farmacy<\/strong> 10% Niacinamide Night Mask, $, available at Sephora<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Bubble Over Night Hydrating Sleep Mask<\/h2>\n

For a drugstore alternative, we recommend\u00a0Bubble\u2019s\u00a0intensely hydrating overnight mask: It\u00a0contains\u00a0niacinamide,\u00a0anti-inflammatory\u00a0arnica,\u00a0plus brightening\u00a0mandelic\u00a0and kojic acids\u00a0so you can wake up to softer, brighter skin.\u00a0 <\/p>\n

Bubble<\/strong> Over Night Hydrating Sleep Mask, $, available at Ulta Beauty<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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