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Niacinamide 10% Serum

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4 of 18 ingredients flagged

Silicone
Diphenyl Dimethicone
Fungal acne trigger
Sorbitan Isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate

Key ingredientsNiacinamide

Ingredients

In label order. Tap one to learn what it does.

  1. 1Water/Aqua/Eau

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  2. 2Niacinamide

    Vitamin B3. Balances oil, refines pores, fades marks and strengthens the barrier. A true all-rounder.

  3. 3Dipropylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  4. 4Glycerin

    A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

  5. 5Betaine

    Gentle hydrator from sugar beets that helps calm irritation.

  6. 6Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

    Gives the product its texture.

  7. 7Phenoxyethanol

    Keeps the product free from bacteria and mould.

  8. 8Chlorphenesin

    Keeps the product free from bacteria and mould.

  9. 9Ethylhexylglycerin

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  10. 10Caprylyl Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  11. 11Xanthan Gum

    Gives the product its texture.

  12. 12Sorbitan IsostearateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  13. 13Polysorbate 60Fungal acne trigger

    Emulsifier. Fine for most, but a known fungal acne trigger.

  14. 14Diphenyl DimethiconeSilicone

    Gives a smooth, silky slip and helps lock in moisture.

  15. 15Disodium EDTA

    Grabs metal ions so the formula stays stable.

  16. 16Triethylhexanoin
  17. 17Polyglyceryl-10 OleateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  18. 18Hydrogenated Lecithin

    Skin-softening phospholipid that helps deliver ingredients.