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WHAT IS NIACINAMIDE (B3+) AND IT’S SKIN BENEFITS?

You might have heard of Niacinamide or seen it on the labels of skin care products, and you may be wondering what it’s used for & how effective it really is. Read on to learn all about this powerhouse ingredient, what it does, & how Niacinamide can benefit your skin.


WHAT IS NIACINAMIDE?
WHAT DOES NIACINAMIDE DO?
SKIN BENEFITS OF NIACINAMIDE
OLAY AND NIACINAMIDE
THE BOTTOM LINE WHEN IT COMES TO NIACINAMIDE

WHAT IS NIACINAMIDE?

Although the word Niacinamide may sound a little scary, it’s basically Vitamin B3, an essential nutrient for your skin. This is why Niacinamide can help your skin look healthier.
It can be found in vitamin-rich foods, such as kale, mushrooms, and almonds, which help take great care of your body from the inside, as well as in our skin care products to pamper it from the outside.

WHAT DOES NIACINAMIDE DO?

Niacinamide is a true multitasker. From boosting hydration to protecting the skin from environmental damage, it offers a wide variety of benefits. It penetrates your skin and helps renew your complexion from within.


SKIN BENEFITS OF NIACINAMIDE

Although Niacinamide may be less talked about than the wonder ingredient of the decade, retinol, its benefits are just as significant. Here are some of the most amazing skin benefits of Niacinamide:

1. INCREASES THE SKIN’S ABILITY TO MAINTAIN HYDRATION

Niacinamide strengthens your skin’s moisture barrier to improve its ability to hold on to moisture. Your skin is less likely to dry out and will stay hydrated for longer. If dry skin is a concern for you, check out our guide on how to tackle dry skin.

2. IMPROVES SKIN TEXTURE

It helps reduce the size of your pores while keeping your skin moisturised.

3. REJUVENATES THE EYE AREA

The skin around your eye is extremely delicate, and this is where usually the first signs of skin ageing appear. Niacinamide can help with these skin concerns and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for younger-looking eyes.

4. HELPS WITH DARK SPOTS AND HYPERPIGMENTATION

Niacinamide’s is a true multitasker, it can also help lighten dark spots and the marks of hyperpigmentation.

5. AIDS SURFACE SKIN CELL REGENERATION FOR YOUNGER-LOOKING SKIN

By locking in moisture, Niacinamide provides your skin with the moisture it needs for natural skin cell turnover to take place properly.

6. HELPS WITH OILY SKIN

Niacinamide helps regulate sebum production and this can help control oily skin.

OLAY AND NIACINAMIDE

For Olay, Niacinamide is an absolute hero ingredient, so you can find it in most of our products. It’s always in combination with other potent ingredients so you can experience its skin pampering effects, no matter what product form or benefit you would like.

Here are some examples you could try with Olay products that all contain Niacinamide

OLAY REGENERIST MICRO-SCULPTING CREAM

Regenerist is Olay's Advanced Anti-Aging Skin Care Collection. Micro-Sculpting Face Moisturizer Formula is designed with Advanced Anti-Aging ingredients for visible wrinkle results starting day 1. Infused with Hyaluronic Acid, Amino-Peptides and Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), this Moisture-Binding Formula Instantly Plumps & Lifts Surface Cells. The luxurious-feeling moisturizer immediately leaves skin hydrated, softens the look of fine lines and wrinkles and firms the look of skin with plumping hydration, to help take years off your skin age.

OLAY REGENERIST WHIP FACE MOISTURIZER SPF 25

Olay Regenerist Whip delivers powerful wrinkle results without heaviness. This breakthrough facial moisturizer transforms from cream to liquid on contact for fast absorption and a breathable feel. Formulated with advanced Amino-Peptide Complex II, this SPF 25 moisturizer actively hydrates to improve elasticity and firm skin for a lifted look while diminishing the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Skin is left with a smooth, matte and shine-free finish that doesn’t feel sticky or greasy. The light as air finish makes this moisturizer the perfect primer to help makeup set & stay throughout the day.

OLAY NIACINAMIDE + PEPTIDE 24 HYDRATING FACE MOISTURIZER

Renew your skin's natural glow with Olay Niacinamide + Peptide 24 Hydrating Face Moisturizer, Olay's most hydrating moisturizer. Infused with Olay's Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) + Peptides, its moisture-binding formula penetrates up to 10 layers deep into skin surface & helps optimize surface cell renewal. It strongly hydrates skin for 24 hours, visibly renews & firms skin.

OLAY REGENERIST MAX HYDRATION SERUM 40ML

Quench your parched skin with OLAY's Regenerist MAX Hydration Serum, formulated with 2x the hyaluronic acid*. This lightweight serum penetrates the surface of your skin for long-lasting hydration and a healthy glow. Crafted with our max concentration of Skin-Energizing Complex with Vitamin B3+, this non-greasy formula absorbs quickly. Apply a generous amount in an even layer to your face day and night before your moisturizer, and experience dewy hydration all day long. Made without fragrance, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, or synthetic dyes.
*vs. OLAY Deep Hydration Serum

THE BOTTOM LINE WHEN IT COMES TO NIACINAMIDE

Now you know that Niacinamide is simply Vitamin B3, and that it is a true superhero ingredient that can help improve your skin’s structure and hydration by strengthening its barrier function, amongst a myriad of other benefits.

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