Why Niacinamide is a Must Have in Your Skincare Routine

There is no set formula for a skincare routine; the one size fits all approach is not favourable either. One needs to consider one’s skin type, texture, level of exposure to external factors, level of stress, and lifestyle to make an informed choice for one’s skin. But here is an ingredient that requires little thought because it suits every type of skin and is here to calm the chaos in every way. Niacinamide for the skin is akin to switching on the light in the room - the quickest way to a glow up!

What is exactly Niacinamide?

A form of Vitamin B3 that helps with producing energy and treats cell repair but its benefits when applied topically on the skin is what gave it the coveted status. Right from strengthening the barrier, reducing inflammation to help combating anti ageing effects - Niacinamide is useful for every kind of skin chapter. It’s especially beneficial among people with sensitive and acne-prone skin.

Here’s how Niacinamide works on your skin

It toughens your skin barrier

Our skin is made of fatty molecules called ceramides that help contain moisture and armour the skin from environmental disruptors. When our ceramides are affected, it increases dryness causing the skin to appear rougher and more sensitive.

Niacinamide has the ability to play a catalyst in the production of enzymes that are necessary when forming ceramides. It also helps with the formation of other lipids. All of which helps maintain your skin barrier’s health and create a protective layer around it. At the end of the day, your ceramides form the structural integrity of your skin and niacinamide can help maintain it.

One of Niacinamide’s most important benefits is its resistance to inflammation.

It can reduce the impact from acne, help soothe concerns arising from severe skin issues and help with overall skin sensitivity.

How does Niacinamide emerge the hero we always needed?

Allow us to explain it in detail

Nianciamide has the ability to suppress the impact of molecules, cells that trigger, summon and cause inflammation.

Pro-inflammatory cytokines have the ability to invite inflammation while leukocytes play a role in worsening inflammation.

Niacinamide also has the potential to moderate the impact of any excessive reaction. Like in case of an allergy, infection - immune cells breakdown which is followed by a release of chemicals. If the release of chemicals is excessive, it can trigger a reaction of itchiness and redness; Niacinamide balances out the impact of these reactions resulting in a more balanced aftermath.

PARP-1 is an important enzyme that helps with healing and repairing - when skin is exposed to harsh external disruptors, PARP-1 initiates the restoration process but if activated more than required, it can result in in inflammatory response - Niacinamide has the ability to step in and alter the overactivation process thus reducing stressful reactions.

Another significant benefit Niacinamide offers is containing oil production.

Niacinamide ensures the performance of sebaceous glands on all fronts.

As inflamed and triggered skin causes increased oil production, niacinamide helps halt the impact at the root itself.

Niacinamide supervises the activity of the sebaceous glands to ensure they function in a healthy manner.

As Niacinamide has the ability to soothe and reduce the impact of Inflammation, this in turn helps reduce the secretion of oil thus regulating the skin.

While Niacinamide is the one ingredient you can opt for without much consideration. It's important to keep a few hacks in mind:

Two suitable products from The D Wave Range are

The D Wave Cell Rejuvenating Complex Night Crème - It contains a host of actives that collectively work towards strengthening your barrier and creating a protective layer against external stressors.

The Age Freeze – primarily aims to reduce the appearance of fine lines, works towards stimulating collagen production to restore your skin's youthful exuberance and enhance its elasticity.

Niacinamide is your trustworthy Skincare companion that will ultimately ensure your skin is always in good health. It's the one ingredient that will assure impact and enhance the impact of other actives (when used in the right doses) Perfect for Skincare routine novices who want to elevate their routine without major changes. So tell us, how has your experience with niacinamide been?

FAQ

1.What is niacinamide, and how does it benefit the skin?

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 that has a remarkable impact on your health and skin. It is the latter - Niacinamide for skin that has received booming attention in the skincare industry as it works on three fronts - texture, barrier and calmness, targeting each effectively.

2.What are the benefits of using niacinamide cream?

The benefits of a niacinamide on the skin via a creamy formulation are as follows:

3.How long does it take to see results from niacinamide?

It takes 1-2 weeks for any form of redness and inflammation to reduce leaving you with hydrated skin. But for more noticeable results like enhanced texture, lesser appearance of pores and an overall evened out complexion, it will take 4-6 weeks.

Along the way, on consistent use, Niacinamide also helps strengthen your skin's barrier.

4.Is niacinamide suitable for sensitive or acne-prone skin?

It's one of the most recommended products for acne prone and sensitive skin as it helps improve texture - this fading out marks and also soothes the skin thus addressing inflammation and any other triggers.

It's one of the calmest actives that is suitable for all types of skin.