niacinamide
B3 derivative compound
Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare products and dietary supplements.
In cosmetics, it's promoted for reducing inflammation, minimizing pores, and evening skin tone: This serum contains niacinamide and hyaluronic acid.
As a supplement, it supports cellular energy production.
Also called nicotinamide.
Enzyme's nonprotein helper molecule
- cofactorEnzyme-activating compound
- precursorSomething that comes first
- nicotinamideAmide form of B3
- B3Third numbered vitamin
pyridine · tryptophan · biosynthesis · metabolism · enzymatic · cellular respiration · glycolysis · redox
Blood's watery portion
- moisturizerHydrating skin cream
- tonerImaging powder or facial astringent
- brighteningIncreasing in light
- hyperpigmentationLocalized skin darkening condition
ceramides · anti-aging · acne · redness · inflammation · topical · cosmeceutical
Niacin-lack illness
- water-solubleAble to dissolve in water
- fortificationStrengthening defenses or nutrients
- enrichmentImprovement through addition
- deficiencyLack of something needed
micronutrient · dietary · bioavailability · RDA · thiamine · riboflavin · biotin · folate
Niacin-lack illness
- dermatitisInflammation of the skin
- diarrheaFrequent liquid bowel movements
- dementiaChronic cognitive impairment
- malnutritionDisease from dietary inadequacy
fortification · enrichment · dietary · prevention · symptoms
coenzyme
Enzyme's nonprotein helper molecule
- cofactorEnzyme-activating compound
- precursorSomething that comes first
- nicotinamideAmide form of B3
B3 · pyridine · tryptophan · biosynthesis · metabolism · enzymatic · cellular respiration · glycolysis · redox · water-soluble
serum
Blood's watery portion
- moisturizerHydrating skin cream
- tonerImaging powder or facial astringent
- brighteningIncreasing in light
hyperpigmentation · ceramides · anti-aging · acne · redness · inflammation · topical · cosmeceutical
pellagra
Niacin-lack illness
- water-solubleAble to dissolve in water
- fortificationStrengthening defenses or nutrients
- enrichmentImprovement through addition
deficiency · micronutrient · dietary · bioavailability · RDA · thiamine · riboflavin · biotin · folate · pantothenic
pellagra
Niacin-lack illness
- dermatitisInflammation of the skin
- diarrheaFrequent liquid bowel movements
- dementiaChronic cognitive impairment
malnutrition · fortification · enrichment · dietary · prevention · symptoms
capsule
Enclosed dose container
dosage · regimen · daily · oral · topical · absorption · bioavailable · pharmacy · wellness · preventive
- beautymakeup, cosmetics, lipstick, mascara, eyeliner
- skincarecream, lotion, moisturizer, facial, serum
- vitaminsvitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin C
- Anti-Agingretinol, Botox, facelift, collagen, fillers
- Cosmetic Ingredientshyaluronic acid, retinol, glycerin, dimethicone, parabens
- Skin Brightenershydroquinone, kojic acid, vitamin C, whitening cream, tranexamic acid
niacinamidebenzoyl peroxide
Topical antibacterial oxidizer
tretinoin · retinol · glycolic acid · salicylic acid · alpha hydroxy acids