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We all look forward to skincare products that tick off a bunch of actions at once—niacinamide infusions are just that.

8 multi-tasking niacinamide products to snag

We all look forward to skincare products that tick off a bunch of actions at once—niacinamide infusions are just that

What do you do when you want your skin to be hydrated, blemish- and pimple-free, for the pores to be unclogged and the oil production to be in check? You’re likely to reach out for different bottles championing hyaluronic acid, azelaic acid and salicylic acid respectively to address these particular concerns. But what if we told you that there’s one ingredient that can sublimely assist with all the forenamed concerns and more?

Enter niacinamide, or vitamin B3, a one-of-its-kind brightener that also keeps the skin visibly hydrated, clearer, smoother and free of texture. Niacinamide has swiftly made its way into a plethora of high-performing skincare products, across categories like cleansers, serums and creams. Without being too potent or overpowering, it is an ingredient that helps with most common concerns that your skin is likely to experience, minus the irritation caused by ingredients such as retinol or BHAs. Another factor that makes niacinamide user-friendly is its high compatibility with most ingredients under the sun—salicylic acid, vitamin C, AHAs and retinol included. 

We’ve listed down some of the most efficacious and multi-tasking niacinamide products to consider before making your next purchase.

PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion, CeraVeLet’s assume that you’ve had a very hectic day—an elaborate bedtime skincare routine will definitely not stand a chance. At such times, a moisturiser like this one fills in perfectly as it combines all the ingredients you need in one substantial formulation that protects, hydrates and repairs, allowing you to give your toner and serum a miss. It’s non-comedogenic and free of oil, plus contains an ultra-lightweight texture, so you can apply loads of it right before hitting the sack without worrying about a sticky mess on your pillow.Priced at ₹ 1,725 approximatelyShop hereImage: Instagram.com/cerave

PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion, CeraVe

Let’s assume that you’ve had a very hectic day—an elaborate bedtime skincare routine will definitely not stand a chance. At such times, a moisturiser like this one fills in perfectly as it combines all the ingredients you need in one substantial formulation that protects, hydrates and repairs, allowing you to give your toner and serum a miss. It’s non-comedogenic and free of oil, plus contains an ultra-lightweight texture, so you can apply loads of it right before hitting the sack without worrying about a sticky mess on your pillow.

Priced at ₹ 1,725 approximately

Shop here

Image: Instagram.com/cerave

Hustle, d’youA list of the best multi-tasking products is incomplete without this serum from d’you, given that it addresses a slew of skin issues simultaneously. The do-it-all formulation is supercharged with ingredients like Birch Sap juice, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, vitamin C, panthenol, polyglutamic acid, peptides, resveratrol and vitamin E.. The serum boosts hydration, keeping the skin supple; fades pigmentation and dark spots, rendering an even-toned complexion; helps with acne and inflammation; and delays early signs of ageing. Priced at ₹ 3,200Shop hereImage: Image: Instagram.com/@you.co

Hustle, d’you

A list of the best multi-tasking products is incomplete without this serum from d’you, given that it addresses a slew of skin issues simultaneously. The do-it-all formulation is supercharged with ingredients like Birch Sap juice, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, vitamin C, panthenol, polyglutamic acid, peptides, resveratrol and vitamin E.. The serum boosts hydration, keeping the skin supple; fades pigmentation and dark spots, rendering an even-toned complexion; helps with acne and inflammation; and delays early signs of ageing. 

Priced at ₹ 3,200

Shop here

Image: Image: Instagram.com/@you.co

10% Niacinamide Night Mask, Farmacy BeautyAin’t nothing better than allowing niacinamide to work its charm through the night when your skin is in repair and recovery mode. With 10 per cent niacinamide, the custard-like sleeping mask also contains panthenol and antioxidant-rich blueberry seed oil that fades pigmentation, accelerates collagen production and fortifies the skin barrier. As a domino effect, you witness augmented radiance and plumper skin.Priced at ₹ 4,350Shop hereImage: Image: Instagram.com/farmacybeauty

10% Niacinamide Night Mask, Farmacy Beauty

Ain’t nothing better than allowing niacinamide to work its charm through the night when your skin is in repair and recovery mode. With 10 per cent niacinamide, the custard-like sleeping mask also contains panthenol and antioxidant-rich blueberry seed oil that fades pigmentation, accelerates collagen production and fortifies the skin barrier. As a domino effect, you witness augmented radiance and plumper skin.

Priced at ₹ 4,350

Shop here

Image: Image: Instagram.com/farmacybeauty

Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops, Glow Recipe From Charli D’Amelio to Alia Bhatt, this pink bottle has plenty of fans. It promises to bestow super plumped and dewy skin. The serum comprises an interesting blend of ingredients such as watermelon (rich in vitamins A and C), hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and non-comedogenic moringa seed oil that moisturises, repairs and corrects the skin, all at once. Its runny texture of this product is an indicator of quick absorption, despite the glow it leaves behind. Priced at ₹ 3,500 approximatelyShop hereImage: Image: Instagram.com/glowrecipe

Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops, Glow Recipe 

From Charli D’Amelio to Alia Bhatt, this pink bottle has plenty of fans. It promises to bestow super plumped and dewy skin. The serum comprises an interesting blend of ingredients such as watermelon (rich in vitamins A and C), hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and non-comedogenic moringa seed oil that moisturises, repairs and corrects the skin, all at once. Its runny texture of this product is an indicator of quick absorption, despite the glow it leaves behind. 

Priced at ₹ 3,500 approximately

Shop here

Image: Image: Instagram.com/glowrecipe

Hyper Real Serumizer, M.A.C CosmeticsIf you truly want your skincare product to go that extra mile, invest in this triple-duty Serumizer from M.A.C Cosmetics’ first skincare line, Hyper Real. It not only works as a replacement for your serum and moisturiser separately but also preps and primes your skin before make-up application. Japanese Peony extract, ceramides, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide make up the four key ingredients of this milky-textured serum, which also has fine pearlescent particles in its formulation. It might feel slightly tacky on the skin, given that it is designed to be worn right before base make-up.Prices start at ₹ 3,400Shop hereImage: Image: Instagram.com/maccosmeticsindia

Hyper Real Serumizer, M.A.C Cosmetics

If you truly want your skincare product to go that extra mile, invest in this triple-duty Serumizer from M.A.C Cosmetics’ first skincare line, Hyper Real. It not only works as a replacement for your serum and moisturiser separately but also preps and primes your skin before make-up application. Japanese Peony extract, ceramides, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide make up the four key ingredients of this milky-textured serum, which also has fine pearlescent particles in its formulation. It might feel slightly tacky on the skin, given that it is designed to be worn right before base make-up.

Prices start at ₹ 3,400

Shop here

Image: Image: Instagram.com/maccosmeticsindia

Glow Potion, RAS Luxury OilsAdd this toner to your daily AM and PM skincare routine for it can elevate the benefits that you will derive from the subsequent products. It contains a skin-enriching blend of traditional and modern ingredients like niacinamide, liquorice root extract, hyaluronic acid, chamomile, aloe vera and over 20 other botanical ingredients to calm and soothe the skin via hydration. The spray bottle simplifies the application process, making it a great option for on-the-go use as well. This toner-cum-essence has something to offer for every skin type.Priced at ₹ 1,090Shop hereImage: Image: Instagram.com/rasluxuryoils

Glow Potion, RAS Luxury Oils

Add this toner to your daily AM and PM skincare routine for it can elevate the benefits that you will derive from the subsequent products. It contains a skin-enriching blend of traditional and modern ingredients like niacinamide, liquorice root extract, hyaluronic acid, chamomile, aloe vera and over 20 other botanical ingredients to calm and soothe the skin via hydration. The spray bottle simplifies the application process, making it a great option for on-the-go use as well. This toner-cum-essence has something to offer for every skin type.

Priced at ₹ 1,090

Shop here

Image: Image: Instagram.com/rasluxuryoils

Barrier Relief Lightweight Ceramide Gel-cream Moisturizer, The Formula RxThe formulation of this moisturiser is a powerhouse of ingredients like ceramide, colloidal oatmeal, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, linoleic acid, vitamin E and fatty acids that fortify the skin barrier and smoothen and hydrate the skin sans the tackiness. This is attainable as it comes in a gel-based texture, which is quick-absorbing and super convenient to use. A shoutout to the chemist-style tube that is functional and 100 per cent recyclable. Priced at ₹ 699Shop hereImage: Image: Instagram.com/theformularx

Barrier Relief Lightweight Ceramide Gel-cream Moisturizer, The Formula Rx

The formulation of this moisturiser is a powerhouse of ingredients like ceramide, colloidal oatmeal, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, linoleic acid, vitamin E and fatty acids that fortify the skin barrier and smoothen and hydrate the skin sans the tackiness. This is attainable as it comes in a gel-based texture, which is quick-absorbing and super convenient to use. A shoutout to the chemist-style tube that is functional and 100 per cent recyclable. 

Priced at ₹ 699

Shop here

Image: Image: Instagram.com/theformularx

Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%, The Ordinary If you want to move over mild niacinamide concentrations, give this reasonable yet efficacious serum a shot. The oil-soaking combination of niacinamide and zinc makes it a saviour for greasy skin, as it aids with improving pore health and keeping decongestion at bay. Moreover, it also brightens the skin and smoothens its texture, lending a healthy and dewy look.Priced at ₹ 600Shop hereImage: Image: Instagram.com/theordinary

Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%, The Ordinary 

If you want to move over mild niacinamide concentrations, give this reasonable yet efficacious serum a shot. The oil-soaking combination of niacinamide and zinc makes it a saviour for greasy skin, as it aids with improving pore health and keeping decongestion at bay. Moreover, it also brightens the skin and smoothens its texture, lending a healthy and dewy look.

Priced at ₹ 600

Shop here

Image: Image: Instagram.com/theordinary

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