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Niacinamide Powder
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INGREDIENT OVERVIEW
Niacinamide Powder
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) is a multifunctional active widely used to support barrier function, improve skin tone uniformity, and reduce the appearance of redness and uneven texture. It is suitable for a broad range of formulations, including serums, lotions, creams, toners, and cleansers.
Our niacinamide is supplied as a high-purity, cosmetic-grade powder, selected for clarity in solution, predictable performance, and consistent behaviour across modern formulation systems. When correctly formulated, niacinamide delivers reliable efficacy without compromising skin tolerance, making it a staple active for everyday and treatment-focused products.
KEY SPECIFICATIONS
- Ingredient: Niacinamide
- INCI: Niacinamide
- CAS: 98-92-0
- Solubility: Water soluble
- Typical use level:
- Leave-on: 2–5%
- Rinse-off: 1–2%
- Commonly used as a core active in serum and emulsion systems
- Starter: 2–4% for most cosmetic formulations
FORMULATION NOTES
Processing notes
- Add to the water phase with mixing until fully dissolved.
- Suitable for cold-process and heated systems.
- Ensure complete dissolution before emulsification or viscosity build.
- Avoid excessive heat or prolonged exposure to low pH during processing.
- Ensure final formulation pH is within an appropriate range
Compatibility notes
- Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients
- Sensitive to low pH conditions
- Works well with humectant systems and barrier-support actives
pH notes
Stable across pH ~5–7. Avoid strongly acidic conditions to minimise risk of conversion to nicotinic acid.
Formulation examples
Hydrating serum or essence
- Niacinamide: 2–5%
- Humectants (e.g. glycerin, propanediol): 3–6%
- Actives as required
- Preserved aqueous base to 100%
Supports barrier function while maintaining a lightweight skin feel.
Barrier-support lotion or cream
- Niacinamide: 2–4% (water phase)
- Emollients and emulsifier system as required
- Preserved to finished formula
- Provides active support within a balanced emulsion system
Supports visible skin tone balance and barrier comfort when used within recommended ranges.
Toner or mist
- Niacinamide: 2–3%
- Humectants as required
- Preserved aqueous base to 100%
Delivers active support in lightweight aqueous systems.
SENSORY PROFILE
Niacinamide does not significantly contribute to sensory profile but integrates cleanly into formulations without impacting texture when used within typical ranges. It is commonly combined with humectants and emollients to achieve a balanced skin feel. Sensory outcome is formulation-dependent; bench testing is recommended.
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