Niacinamide

INCI Name

Niacinamide

Ingredient Origin

• Vitamin B3 derivative

  
  

• Synthetic / bio-identical (cosmetic grade)

  
  

• Suitable for cosmetic and personal care use

Purity / Grade

• Cosmetic Grade

• White to off-white crystalline powder

• Odourless

• High purity, free from added fragrance and colour

  
  

BENEFITS & USES

Key Benefits

• Helps improve the appearance of uneven skin tone

• Supports skin barrier function and moisture retention

• Enhances skin smoothness and clarity

• Suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin

• Compatible with most cosmetic actives

• Ideal for daily-use skincare formulations

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Typical Applications

• Face serums and ampoules

• Creams and lotions

• Toners and essences

• Face masks

• Gel-based skincare

• Body care formulations

  
  

HOW IT WORKS

Niacinamide works by supporting essential skin functions such as barrier reinforcement and moisture balance. When incorporated into cosmetic formulations, it helps improve skin texture and visual clarity while enhancing the overall performance of skincare products. Its stability and versatility make it a preferred active for modern, multifunctional formulations.

CONCENTRATION & SOLUBILITY

Recommended Usage Levels

 products: 2.0–6.0%

Solubility Details

• Water-soluble

• Soluble in glycerin and propanediol

• Insoluble in oils

• Stable in aqueous systems at pH 6–7.5

FORMULATION GUIDELINES

• Dissolve completely in the water phase

• Add during cool-down phase (<40°C) for best stability

• Maintain final formulation pH between 6.0 and 7.5

• Compatible with hyaluronic acid, panthenol, zinc PCA, and botanical extracts

• Conduct stability and compatibility testing

SAFETY & REGULATORY INFORMATION

• Cosmetic ingredient for external use only

• Non-therapeutic, non-medical claims

• Suitable for leave-on and rinse-off products

• Compliant with Indian cosmetic regulations (CDSCO)

• Use within recommended formulation limits

  
  

STORAGE & SHELF LIFE

• Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture

• Keep the container tightly closed

  
  

Shelf life: 24–36 months (supplier-dependent)