NIACINAMIDE | Purging, Irritation and breakouts - How Much is TOO MUCH

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hey guys and welcome to todays video all about Niacinamide and working out how much you should have in your skincare routine - are you using too much? I would love to know your experience with niacinamide so please leave me a comment below to let me know. Sending you lots and lots of love xxxx

[@baileydubs]

If my daytime and nighttime moisturizers contain niacinimide but don’t include the percentage, would you recommend cutting out the ordinary niacinimide serum?

[@ashiomar9701]

Hiii i rly like ur vds..plz i have a q for u I need ur hlp..i used 1 month niacinimide everyday... niacinimide rly hlp my skin..bt now aftr a month niacinimide stop working on my skin now i am confident i feel btr bt niacinimide stop working..plz hlp me wear is mistake?sory for my poor English i hope u undrstnd my prblm..

[@tojin]

I sometimes consider using products with high amount of Green Tea extract instead of Niacinamide, because Green Tea gives quite similar benefits but definitely gentler; - Control sebum production - Minimize the appearance of pore size - Anti inflammation - Counteract acne - Assist to tackle scars - Sensitive skin friendly - Sunscreen booster It may not have the brightening effect like Niacinamide but gentler than the already-gentle niacinamide. I can have whole skincare steps including green tea and result is impeccable. Love both ingredients!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Such a good tip and something worth considering... thank you so much for sharing xxxx

[@shinebabyshine.]

Amazing. What type of products do you like? Ny skin does not like niacinamide 🍵

[@vacationeyes6430]

I was literally thinking about this when this video was recommended. I have dry, sensitive, acne-prone skin with no issues using Niacinamide in the past. However, recently I started using a buffet serum that contains 5% Niacinamide, followed by a moisturizer that contains Niacinamide as the 4th ingredient, then a Sunscreen that has Niacinamide high up the ingredient list. It led to a massive breakout! My pitted acne scars became deeper and it left my skin in a vulnerable condition. I think my facial skin can tolerate Niacinamide in low concentrations like 3% with amazing results but not beyond that. Curiously, I now use the 5% Niacinamide in my hands, my feet with amazing results.

[@mcookie0983]

I was literally just thinking if I have too much niacinamide in my routine. This video is perfect timing!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Awww amazing I am so glad it came at the right time and I think we should all be taking a quick look at the amount of niacinamide in our routine to make sure we are not overdoing it xxxx

[@jenblack98]

I guess this is one of the benefits of using very simple products. My cleansers are very simple (i use the inkey list oat cleansing balm and the simple micellar gel face wash) and I use a very basic moisturizer (either the simple light hydrating moisturizer or their water boost gel moisturizer). I then tailor my other stuff to how my skin is feeling. This really works for my skin because my core products have very basic ingredients and aren't making any claims to drastically change your skin meaning the serums can effectively do their job.

[@MadAboutSkin]

hun thank you so much for watching and commenting and I agree sometimes simple is the best when it comes to skincare... sending you lots of love xxxxx

[@shinebabyshine.]

Niacinamide literally gave me rosacea. Starting niacinamide + wearing mask during Covid was wayyyy too irradiating. I really hope I can heal this.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh gosh I hope you can heal this and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@celiareed1402]

I have never used a dedicated niacinamide product because so many of my other products contain it. Purito’s Unscented Centella Serum has enough on its own. ❤️❤️

[@ZacMalone]

Great breakdown! I learned that 5% is perfect for me. Less is more with skincare ❤️❤️

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much Zac and i agree thats the percentage which seems to work best for me too xxxx

[@by.aminah]

Surprisingly none of my skincare products have Niacinamide in it. I usually use the one from The Ordinary but it's too drying for me at the moment because of my skin getting used to Retinol and the side effects. I like the fact that you're talking about Panthenol & Allantoin as I recently bought a new german drugstore moisturizer that contains Panthenol & Allantoin (+Glycerin, Urea & Sheabutter)! Makes me feel like I'm doing things right😄 Have a great Sunday!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh wow then sounds like you have your routine spot on hun... I love the sound of that drugstore moisturizer...whats the name of the brand? sending you lots of love xxxx

[@by.aminah]

@@MadAboutSkin I try my best! The name of the brand is Balea. The moisturizer I'm using is from their "med" series where they don't put fragrance and other potentially irritating stuff in these particular products.

[@manuela1986]

@@by.aminah How do you like it? I have a moisturizer from this same line, the lightest one I believe, day cream. And I quite like it, sometimes at night I add a drop of squalane to make it a bit more hydrating, so I was thinking to get the one with Urea as well, but am kind of affraid of the Shea butter :D The toner and the face wash gel are also nice.

[@by.aminah]

@@manuela1986 I actually really like it. It doesn't sink into the skin completely though, it leaves a slightly tacky layer (or maybe I just tend to use too much again, need to work on that) but it might actually be because of the shea butter. But I actually prefer it that way because especially in the winter my skin gets very dry and dehydrates easily so it's perfect. Sometimes I mix it with my Marula Oil from The Ordinary and it works really well for me. I've had very very dry and flaky skin on my jaw because of my Retinol product and I used the Balea moisturizer and literally after 2-3 days it was gone.

[@AS0398]

Often feel like niacinamide has become the hyaluronic acid 2.0! It’s in everything anyway these days so there’s often no need for a stand alone serum! Have definitely moved towards the multi-active/benefits products over the single active serums! Loved your video on that too and definitely will be trying out some of the products you recommended there too:)

[@MadAboutSkin]

OMG I totally know what you mean hun it is the new HA for sure.. I dont know why companies get obsessed with ingredients like this and then we find we are overusing them without knowing... sending you so much love xxxxx

[@AS0398]

@@MadAboutSkin They respond to trends but in a way that often doesn’t reflect what the skin actually needs and can tolerate! Sending lots of love back! X

[@kristinlee7662]

Thank you so so much for this information! I literally am dealing with this right now. I have the naturium 12% serumplus zinc 2% and my skin is going CRAZY! I never get acne but my face is breaking out and I'm like "WHYYYYYYYY?!!!" 🥺.... After watching this.. it makes sense. Again thank you so so much for saving my face! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@MadAboutSkin]

Its a total pleasure hun and I had the same reaction and it took me a while to work out what was causing it... sending lots of love xxxxx

[@naceranace1773]

Is acne from niacinamide or zinc ? I have same problem ! I have very bad acne in my chin after use niacinamide and sunscreen with zinc oxide

[@kristinlee7662]

@@naceranace1773 I think it's from too high a concentration of niacinamide. I checked all the products I am using to see which has niacinamide. Then cut back on some of the products I was using. My skin definitely has no new acne now ... WHEW! Now just trying to heal 😊

[@naceranace1773]

Aw thank you so much ! Please make us your skincare routine soon

[@diananemoy7409]

Thats crazy, sorry to hear. I only got into niacinamide serums in the last year because it was always marketed as being beneficial for those with super sensitive or reactive prone skin which I dont have. I assumed using bha, retinal, etc for years that niacinamide would be too mild for me lol. I finally decided to try it as liked the idea of alternating it in the morning with my vitamin c serum since it has the mild exfoliation, brightening and balancing benefits and being gentle for day compared to the actives I use at night. Has been amazing for my combo blemish/oily prone skin since. No other active that is so calming while keeping my skin clear so has been super unique for me. I comically started with serums like Glossier with much lower percentages and had literally no results aside from feeling like I was just applying a hydrating serum that didnt do anything else. In that I might be in the minority but Naturium's amazing 12% formulation in a hydrating base of other beneficial ingredients has been holy grail for me in actually seeing results of brightening, balancing tzone oiliness, calming. Maybe per my skin being so used to other actives I alternate in my routine or the fact that I only use one specific designated niacinamide product who knows but highly rec Naturium's for anyone else with no issue. Many other great brands (Geek Gorgeous, Good Molecules, Facetheory, Paula's Choice) with Niacin serums out there if they work for you at the lower percentage which just isnt the case for me. Oddly same when I've tried Niacin Toners including Naturiums/Good Molecules . Literally have done nothing but overhydrate my oily prone skin and add an unneeded step in my routine. Getting all my actives in a serum seems to be my sweet spot while keeping cleanser, toner, and moisturizers simple and gentle formulas with no actives.

[@sandokero]

Almost every niacinamide product breaks me out in red flesh colored bumps hours after application. The only niacinamide products I’ve been loving are Stratia Rewind and Liquid Gold.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for sharing and I know a lot of people who have the same issues as you.. Sending you lots of love xxxx

[@WildCatDeluxe]

You're absolutely right, the active shouldn't be in every product and if it is you don't need a separate serum!!! "The dose makes the poison" as they say in pharmacology!

[@MadAboutSkin]

I totally agree hun and thats such a good saying and applies to all we do in skincare.. thank you so so much for watching and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@manuelgonzalez785]

Yes!!! I agree with you Rob!! ..first turn back the bottle of the products you are using and check for all those extra ingredients that products are loaded with!!!.. to much of anything is usually not a good idea 😕....Also, as you said, maybe incorporating extra soothing ingredients ( Korean skincare 😊) may help!!!

[@MadAboutSkin]

It took me so long to work out that it was the niacinamide which was the issue.. Haha you know me I love Korean skincare so I am totally onboard with that suggestion... sending you lots of love xxxx

[@ps9906]

I cut back on hyaluronic acid and noticed a big improvement.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I have a video coming on HA too as its the same it will cause irritation if used in too high amounts so thank you so much for sharing.. sending you lots of love xxxx

[@manuela1986]

Same here

[@sulakaricats]

Me too I stopped using the serum irritation and dryness (applied on damp skin) I still use NMF + HA which I love my skin is dry and reactive though

[@michaelj1729]

I needed this cause ive noticed that i have a stand alone niacinamide, a moisturizer with it and a face wash. 😭

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun thank you so so much for watching and I am so glad the video was useful... sending you lots of love xxxxx

[@ThatBranB]

Me too. And now the season is changing I'll need to dial back a bit as my facial skin starts screaming at me when I do too much.

[@lena-ex7bv]

Just a while ago I noticed my skin started itching when I applied niacinamide (never happened before) so I stopped using it everyday. It can also be just that, apart from a single ingredient, we're doing *too much*, like sometimes we get so excited about skincare that we want to try all our new products the soon as possible so we try to use as many as we can (without mixing ingredients that can't be mixed) but I think sometimes we need to go with the basics. Like in the morning just go with the moisturizer and sunscreen, and in the evening instead of alternating between exfoliating/retinol ecc also take some days where you're not using anything 'stressing'. I've been trying to do this for the last few weeks because I felt my skin was stressed and now it feels much better.

[@nadiak1735]

Currently my 7th day on Niacinamide (The ordinary serum) and breaking out, this video is very helpful! ✨

[@newlv506]

Having the same issue

[@gdavinci1940]

how are you now

[@nadiak1735]

@newlv @@gdavinci1940 It’s really working for me, my skin just needed some time to adapt. Must have in my skincare routine now🤗

[@gdavinci1940]

@@nadiak1735 im so glad that it is! also what is your skin type?

[@nadiak1735]

@@gdavinci1940 I have sensitive skin 😀

[@i.m.hidden2788]

So good to hear your views on this, Rob! I'm guessing there are MANY people overdoing the niacinamide bandwagon right now. For myself, I barely get niacinamide as it is just in a few products and waaaay down on the ingredients list. I think it's like every other good skin ingredient... less is more. Thanks hun - hope you're keeping warm!! xoxo

[@MadAboutSkin]

I totally agree with you hun, like everything is amazing in small doses but less is more for sure... I am managing to keep warm though it is freezing here so i hope you are too and that your having a great start to the week... sending lots of love xxxx

[@Cesiaj]

Recently got into the Ordinary bandwagon and now i have a few sorta-cystic acnes popping up on my combi-but-not-usually-acne-prone face. I realized that 1. Aside from the 10% niacinamide serum, at least 2 of my other products also have it, and 2. I’m putting waaaaay too much at around 5 drops (because i naively thought it’s similar to my fave dear klairs vitC serum when it came to usage). Solution: when I’m using the serum, i make aure that my other products are free of it; also i don’t use chemical exfoliating actives on days i use the serum. And finally, yes, calming gel/creams work like a charm. The acnes have shrunk in a matter of days. Lesson learned: don’t dump too many actives on the skin in one sitting. 😌

[@joannesmith6920]

I’m very lucky that niacinamide and me get along great

[@BethysHusky]

I have been using the ordinary niacinamide serum for almost 3 weeks and it is breaking my skin out, I used to have no problem with my skin.

[@lorainemcgillivray77]

Hi Rob unlike many viewers very few of my products contain niacinamide. I use a lot of Korean beauty, but many of them are fairly simplistic ingredient lists (due to my choices being good for my rosacea and eczema prone skin). My actives are often single ingredient products eg Apad and Agame, plus my moisturisers are mostly basic lowering the amount of ingredients my skin is exposed to in any one routine. I like niacinamide for my skin, but use the Inkey list niacinamide serum (in a controlled way) when I want this ingredient in my routine. Out of all the more affordable options, the IL version is the most hydrating in my opinion and my skin seems to enjoy it. I often use it under a retinoid to enhance the retinoid and help soothe the skin. I am careful not to layer too much niacinamide and only use the dedicated serum when my other products don't contain this ingredient. I think most people will benefit from niacinamide somewhere in their routine, but agree few of us need it in high amounts. As to whether we need a stand alone serum - it depends what else we're using. Many skincare enthusiasts will want a stand alone serum on some days, depending on what else is being used in the routine. Just blindly layering multiple products (without any idea of what is in them) is a vastly different thing. Brands like the ordinary really kicked off the layering of single actives, without the background knowledge of interactions or when not to layer. This caused skin issues for a lot of people, but hopefully the knowledge now available will encourage people not to do that anymore. Best wishes.

[@ginariccobonomyrick1938]

Love this info- so much knowledge that you make approachable! What would you say is a better way to even out skin tone if I’m olive-ish toned and battling a little bit of leftover PIH? I’m certainly not going to use my Ordinary niacinamide serum now- it does seem like overload! Xx

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun thank you so so much for your support and kind words.. I would recommend an azelaic acid which will work so well in tackling the last bits of your PIH and will work so well on olive skin... sending you lots of love xxxx

[@ivytt4227]

I love niacinamide. And I have very very oily skin. Before i add it to my skin care routine my skin is so oliy that my forehead reflects light. I add the ordinary niacinamide to my routine at night when i use a more heavy moisturizer without niacinamide.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much for sharing and I am so glad it works well for you, i think it works best on oily skin... sending you lots of love xxxx

[@MissStacie-XO]

Hiii Rob , Friends 🥰 I love how much your Chanel has grown ✨✨💛

[@WildCatDeluxe]

Great Vid thanks!!! I think people are using the "booster" products wrong. They can actually do amazing things to the skin if used correctly. These products are formulated very strong and are meant to enrich for example your favorite moisturizer with an active ingredient, but with adding a few drops into another product u don't add like "20% niacin" onto your face and you have control over how much u use. In the beginning of 2019 i ordered the vitC booster and the niacinamide booster from paula's choice and i had the best skin of my life so far i couldn't believe how clear and glowy my skin got after a few months! My combination skin is acne prone and very sensitive to many skincare ingredients, means if it don't like something I react with painful pimples. 🙄 As they recommend i started incorporating both very slowly (once or twice a week) and mixing it INTO my fav moisturizer. First just the niacin at night and then after 2 weeks the vitC in the morning. My skin tolerated well without any side effects. Just 2 drops of each were enough so they lasted quite a while. The results really take some time. I just kept going because the boosters were expensive and i got used to add the drops into my fav moisturizer 😂 I was surprised when I suddenly noticed that my skin is looking better and my tzone wasn't getting very oily anymore in the summertime. (FYI: Just stopped purchasing from PC because they use a lot of silicones and polymers. These aren't biodegradable and i think we need to stop poisoning the environment!)

[@nyssamo9302]

I tried to include a 10% niacinamide gel a couple of times in my routine (slowly phasing in) and my skin reacted every single time so now it goes on my neck and chest 2 or 3 times a week. I got acne clusters on areas of my face where I normally don't get acne at all. I'm actually happy your brand will be without it as I already got a small amount in my moisturizer 😊 Have a lovely week!

[@dliyakhan9979]

I am thinking of buying cerave pm it has 5% and also mostrurize work smart🤘😎😎

[@vaivazukauskaite7071]

It's such a funny video to find while having my face all red after introducing it with Q+A Niacinamide Daily Toner 😬

[@MadAboutSkin]

OH no I hope your skin recovers from it quickly... sending you lots of love xxxx

[@princesslelaka1844]

Thats me right and tomorrow is my birthday never had pimples or breakouts or acne...my face is shocked

[@vvll7365]

I use just the serum and it is breaks me out but when cut it and use a cleanser contains niacmind it is ok for me and helps my skin 🙃

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for sharing and i am so glad you found what works for your skin.. Sending lots of love xxxx

[@paulab9148]

hi there Rob, thanks for reminding us to fall off the Niacinamide wagon. You mentioned this in a previous video, since then I have limited my use and my skin is thanking me. Hyaluronic acid is another ingredient I use less.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Happy Sunday Paula and I totally agree with you on HA its another one of those ingredients I think we would all benefit from using a little less of... sending you lots of love xxx

[@celiareed1402]

What’s the deal with Paula’s Choice 20% Niacinamide Booster? The only booster I want at the moment is one from Moderna or Pfizer. Actually I want two!!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Haha your comment made me giggle and I have had the first shot (though I had the Oxford University vaccine) so one down one to go... I think PC overdid it when they launched the 20% and I think its another example of companies reaching for the highest concentration to attract business which is not always good for our skin... sending lots of love xxxx

[@celiareed1402]

@@MadAboutSkin So happy you’ve had your first shot!!

[@Helen-cq9es]

I introduced good molecules niacinamide toner (3% only) to my routine and it gives me an allergy. I used only cleanser, toner and moisturizer. It did not irritate my skin at all the first few time. But around 5th/6th time, I waked up with allergic reaction at morning. Although I like the product, it is not fun to have an allergy. Now my skin needs time to heal.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Yes i would give your skin time to heal and maybe reduce the amount of niacinamide in your routine if its causing an issue even at a low concentration... sending lots of love xxxx

[@rayansalama2155]

I think next time i will mix my niacinmide with my moisturzer to dilute it rather than use it alone on bare skin

[@MadAboutSkin]

I think this is a good hack and one which will minimise the drying and sensitivity so thank you for sharing... sending lots of love xxxx

[@Sylv_Vee]

You are SO knowledgeable and so, so amazing! Thank you for the time and the energy you put into creating this videos to inform people, I’m learning so much! ♥️

[@MaccaveliDon]

Love the vid as always, I’ve cut back on the ordinary niacinamide as its in my face wash also but I love it still. Do I have to wait awhile before I apply salicylic acid after using niacinimide ?.

[@MadAboutSkin]

aww thank you so so much hun and I would wait about 3 mins to allow it to sink in before using the salicylic which will help to cut down on irritation... sending lots of love xxxx

[@marceljadepadua1883]

I just started using niacinamide 2days ago. It’s seems that my face got darker and got a lot of tiny bumps. I don’t know what’s happening to me. 😭😭😭😭😭

[@viki0726]

sameeeee

[@susanwilliams5128]

I’m backing off on the Ordinary niacinamide. I think I’m overloading my skin as a couple other products I use already contain lesser amounts of Niacinmide . Have noticed dry patches on the side of my nose . Thanks for this video🙏.

[@kaystary]

I realized my skin doesn't like most 10% concentrations (except for inkey list version). Before I was using 2%-5% and my skin was doing well but then I got caught up in the more is better philosophy. Lesson learned.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I did just the same hun and kept increasing the concentration and then my skin just said no and I have had to take it back down... Thank you so much for sharing and sending lots of love xxxx

[@jennifermaguire2885]

A few weeks I started using the new FAB Facial Radiance Niacinamide Dark Spot Serum and have noticed a noticeable difference in my breakouts & healing time. Maybe I didn’t have enough niacinamide in my routine to keep my oils at bay

[@olinayoung6287]

Great topic!! Awesome 😊. Ive been using TO niacinamide powder w LAA (a few drops) but I noticed that I started getting broken capillaries (several kind of suddenly). I don’t have clinical rosacea or drink .. possibly shower water too hot. Anyway, it’s very hard to tell exactly where symptoms come from but I definitely agree its wise to attend to % that’s considered effective. I do have a serum but I’ve been trying to use up this powder things before buying more more more lol, but in this case, a formulated serum is better. We have chemists for a reason right 💕♥️🌟?? Thanks again, love all your posts!!!

[@elizabethsmith583]

I used to use it every day but I’ve recently cut back a bit. On another note. My Aesop Parsley Seed Oil Cleanser came today. I couldn’t resist. 😍 it smells absolutely gorgeous.

[@MadAboutSkin]

OMG I am so glad you love the smell. I think it has to be one of the best smelling products i have in my collection and it just glides onto the skin... i feel like a celebrity when i use it lol so so extra... sending you lots of love xxxxx

[@elizabethsmith583]

@@MadAboutSkin I used it last night. It’s amazing. It feels so good to use. I always thought all oil cleansers where the same. I was so wrong. I think I might be hooked for life. I have such a posh cleansing routine with my NIOD as well. But it’s so worth it. But still love my cleanser from The Ordinary. Love and hugs right back at you xx

[@silviaalmeida7172]

Hi, nice video... I just buy for the first time the facetheory products. Do you think that make sense use porebright serum N10 and Azeclear Azelaic acid A15 with supergel oil free moisturizer? Because In the website they recommended this treatment for acne, but after seeing your videos I think probably it is too much. what is your opinion? Thank you very much. Continue the good work Kisses from portugal 🇵🇹

[@Patti-1962]

Brilliant video! I started using niacinamide to address large pores, texture, and dullness. It worked beautifully. I know this because I mistakenly grabbed TO hyaluronic acid bottle instead of niacinamide when I went to replace it one time. After a week, I started noticing problems. I finally realized my mistake and now my skin is looking wonderful! I have noticed some dryness from it, so, per your recommendation, I buffer it between the amino acids serum and the SubQ mist. Also, I don't use any other product that has niacinamide in it. I'm glad you are encouraging everyone to read the ingredients in all the products they are using so they know exactly what is going on their skin!!

[@nicoledambacher4660]

Ahahah 😂 this fits perfectly to a question I asked you yesterday 😂 yeah I am using too much. I think my face has enough from the Niacinamide in my moisturizer and sunscreen and does not need an extra serum 😅

[@MadAboutSkin]

Its a pleasure hun and I know what you mean, I cut out the standalone as I think I am getting more than enough from my moisturiser... sending you lots of love xxxx

[@M_K_M_K_M_K]

Am I the only one that wonders if niacinamide actually does anything? I always smack on the TO niacinamide serum in the morning, because I like what it says it does, it’s also in my nighttime moisturizer and my facewash... No idea if it actually has any effect on my skin though.

[@shaunaburton7136]

Excess is always a problem. People think if one is good, two is better. Combine that idea with skin care marketing and people can easily irritate their skin.

[@bbsail]

So on point... the same with other actives. Some serums have niacinamide vit C derivatives and such, so adding more irritates the skin.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I totally agree hun and I think we should all keep an eye out for doubling up on some of our actives... sending you lots of love xxx

[@daniellecoombs3078]

I can't use the Ordinary niacinamide but I followed your advice and picked up the Inkey List one. Never looked back! 😍

[@M_K_M_K_M_K]

Why do you prefer that one?

[@daniellecoombs3078]

@@M_K_M_K_M_K Not sure the % but I am not getting irritation with the Inkey List one. Also the serum is more hydrating.

[@Mollyjean2014]

Starting at a 2% is best. The higher % can cause irritation. Niacinamide should not irritate, it would probably be the vehicle in which Niacinamide is made.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience... sending you lots of love xxxx

[@HealyMeans]

hi mas 🤗 very timely video as i begin using The Ordinary's niacinamide serum. its the only product in my routine with that ingredient, so ill be sure not to add anything else. tfs 😊

[@MadAboutSkin]

Awww amazing timing and thank you so so much for watching... i hope the ordinary product works for you xxxx

[@jlaw210]

I cut out the inkey list niacinimide and opted for the face theory amil whip and the oil free super moisturiser as they've only got 5%, the redness has calmed down & im not breaking out now but I have also started the face theory azaleic acid too! Just thought id share what's started working for me 😁 i just want a better moisturiser as my t zone is really still oily

[@averyrose6505]

Hello! I adore you videos! So relaxing and enjoyable to watch! I am wondering if you know of any good drugstore makeup removers under $10? So many don’t take off my waterproof eyeliner and leave a greasy feeling, I’m wondering if you could help? Thank you!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much hun and your support means a lot to me... If your here in the UK or in Europe then I would recommend the cien micellar ater from aldi which is so cheap and one of the best i have used... I would also look at the garnier micellar water which will take the makeup off really well but needs to be washed off after use... i hope this helps xxxxx

[@averyrose6505]

@@MadAboutSkin thank you!!

[@gwen-md9fi]

hi thanks for the video!! i just started using the ordinary’s niacinimide a few days ago and I experience a tingling sensation on my cheeks for a few minutes after applying and then it goes away. i have sensitive skin and rosacea, the serum seems to be helping but I’m not sure if I should continue it or maybe dilute it with moisturiser??

[@ellenjohnson782]

This is so informative!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Awww thank you so so much hun and thank you for watching... sending you lots of love xxxxx

[@sonamtshering8209]

Started using The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% since September 16th along with The Ordinary NMF moisturizer & The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion(every alternate day). I am unsure if what's happening to my skin is purging or breakout, I naturally have oily skin and get acne once in a while. However, currently I have a lot if acne in my T-zone and it's causing me to worry. I have stopped using the moisturizer for the past week, think it could be causing my skin to be even more oily. The acne hasn't stopped still. Should I stick to the products a little bit longer?

[@Umbrellanor]

Really wish this video had come out before I placed my Feel Unique order containing The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% Zinc 1% 😂 I wanted to change up my skincare routine and add in an exfoliator and a treatment...I’ll see how it goes I guess!

[@MadAboutSkin]

I would still use it but maybe only use it every other day to avoid any dryness or irritation.. I hope this helps xxxx

[@naceranace1773]

Carful please ! It increased me very bad acne 😰

[@teriboudreaux6743]

I can use niacinamide in products like my cleanser, essence, moisturizer, sunscreen ect and it doesnt irritate my skin at all. The second I try to add in a dedicated niacinamide serum it irritates my skin soooo bad. I get an almost over exfoliation feeling. I definitely think with most products now a days containing niacinamide there is absolutely no reason to add a stand alone niacinamide serum to your routine. It's just to much. Literally, my cleanser, hydrating toner, essense, purito buffet serum, green tea emulsion and moisturizer have niacinamide listed fairly high on the ingredient list. Why add more. Especially since the studies claim that 2-5% is more than enough.

[@Tarot.Destiny]

I use the Good Molecules Niacinamide Toner. I’ve used it for a couple of years. I don’t know how much niacinamide percentage wise it has but it seems to agree with my skin. 😘

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so so much for watching hun and I think thats a lower percentage so I am so glad its working for your skin, I will have to check it out .. sending you lots of love xxxx

[@Helen-cq9es]

It seems to be 3% but this toner did give me an allergy. I guess it is just not mean for me.

[@Tarot.Destiny]

@@Helen-cq9es thank you Helen, I so far am not sensitive to this. But that doesn’t mean that down the road I couldn’t develop a reaction. My skin is maturing on the normal/dry side. My skin seems to drink it right in so far. However I have used The Ordinary AHA/BHA peeling solution for the past 2-3 years, so I have somewhat gotten my skin used to acids.

[@brithneypascal9487]

I recently brought the Paula's choice 20% niacinamide serum and niacinamide toner. Do you recommend i do not use them together in the same routine?

[@samasamir3427]

Hello! Thank you so much for your video. I use the ordinary 10% niacinamide twice a day and a week and a half later im having a break out. Non of my other products have niacinamide so do you think cutting it down to once per day?

[@livingdeadgurlll]

I think that can help! I started using niacinamide twice as week and I was having no problems so I decided to try it 3 times a week. My skin is sooo dry around my eyes and I'm breaking out 😔. I think it's because I got impatient and I expect sudden results but I know it takes times. So maybe cutting down will help

[@shinebabyshine.]

I’d stop Lowkey. It believe it gave me rosacea and I’ve never had sensitive skin before using it

[@amystewart3282]

I was just about to buy the Facetheory N10 serum when I saw this! as far as I can see no other products I use contain Niacinamide so is this still a slightly too high concentration to use? I wanted it mostly for dark spots from previously picking at breakouts Xx

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hey hun, i love the N10 serum and its so well formulated you wont have any problems with it so long as you dont have a lot of other niacinamide containing products in your routine... i hope this helps xxxx

[@kakicoco13]

Hello :) if I dilute the 10% niacinamide with some oil, would it make it less harsh on skin ?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hey hun great question and it would minimise the dryness for sure... sending you lots of love xxxx

[@sarahcooper6352]

Very interesting as always💞😉

[@mermaidmoon2254]

I was loving my new fragrance-free Olay Regenerist cream in my night skincare routine (I have Acne Rosacea-prone skin) but after 3-4 days I started breaking out. So disappointed!! :( I have suspended it for 3-4 days and my skin has gone back to normal, but I will try it again and maybe use less on my face - I'll report back! xD

[@paulinemaxton2938]

Im using way way too much but struggling to cut it out... Can we have some niacinamide free recommendations? Xxxx

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thats a great video recommendation and dont worry I know the struggle for sure... will get planning something xxxx

[@irmaslager]

That's exactly my problem with The Ordinary Niacinamide!

[@paulinemaxton2938]

Mine too

[@MadAboutSkin]

Same here hun and it took me so long to realise it xxxx

[@ridakhan7934]

Can i use "the ordinary" Alpha Arbutin + HA and Niacinamide together for both Am and Pm routine?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun , yes you can they work well together so you can use them both in the same routine... sending you lots of love xxxx

[@ridakhan7934]

Thank you :) loads of love to you too :)

[@mariabousoulegka8055]

Can I use two drops niacinamide plus zinc by TO with one drop hemi squalane or plant derived squalane or matrixyl or hyaluronic plus b5 to make the start easier; I am a beginner in TO, 55 years

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, yes that sounds like a good option for sure... thank yo so so much for watching and sending you lots of love xxxxx

[@florencesolis9636]

i tried cerave pm it broke me out but because i really wanted to love that i empitied 4 cerave pm... then stopped because my skin literally became pimple city then after months tried missha essence still broke me out then tried the ordinary and i wanted to cry i hated it and now paula’s choice pore reducing toner and guess what after 2 days of use... my skin became red, itchy and more pustules 😔

[@Rose.red.4]

Does anyone with sensitive skin did not get redness and irritation after using ordinary niacinamide 10 percent

[@becauseimhappyxx7094]

I've reacted to The Ordinary 10% Niacinamide. Do you know any serums that contain a lower percentage? Thank you.

[@manmeetghuman8928]

Hi i have start using niacinamide week before but it damage my skin. It looks dry and red on the cheeks side and it stats peeling all over my face. Now i stop using this product. Please suggest me some solution how can i get the clear skin.

[@Sanchari812]

My skin is purging after using AHA. Does niacinamide reduce the irritation and help clear the purging?? Please please help.

[@self_lovecare]

Sensitive skin with Fungal acne 😥 also have freckles 😥 will it work on please reply I need help

[@eddiyt7914]

I'm almost giving up on my skin

[@meriemmimi6692]

I need an answer please , it's two weeks now i'm using the ordinary niacinamide 10 % ,i'm noticing some acné deep scars ,i've been dealing with acné for years and i never had them !! It could be the serum??

[@ariannedigs]

would it be fine to replace my 4% niacinamide product with the ordinary 10%?

[@rob2250]

I have this 12% Niacinamide Serum but after a day or 2 I starting getting tiny white heads which is the purging. Not sure if I should get a lower serum or just stop completely and just use cleanser and moisturizer

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, i would go for a lower percentage as 12% is a little on the strong side which could be the issue.. sending you lots of love xxxx

[@marvvy9641]

Its my first time using niacinamide product, im starting to regret buying the 10% instead of the 5%. I normally don't get pimples, when i get its only like 1 or 2 but i want to remove blemish and pimple scar so i tried it but then i get skin purging. I've been using it for almost a week and i don't know if i should stop

[@naceranace1773]

Can niacinamide increase acne ? I really have bad acne in my chic after using niacinamide and Olay 24 retinol ! Not sure if it’s from niacinamide or Olay retinol

[@Oisheemj]

Sorry my English is weak..so i can not understand the whole matter..pls help me..i used minimaliats product...so i use their salisylic acid serm and niacinemaide acid serum..so i got bumps ..i don't know which serum is causing purging ..i use only 1 serum at a time..after that i use their oat moisturizer...pls help me...tell me..can i continue this products or not..if yes then how to use...can i use salisylic and niacinemaide together?? Help me pls..lotttssssss of love frome india....u r doing really grear job..your contents are really really veey very helpfull..pls answer me..

[@gupta5341]

Hey could you please suggest that why I have too my dryness and peeling. I am using wow hyaluronic based face wash and gel and then I apply minimalist niacinamide 10%

[@usmanraja5369]

I using from 6 days ago and breakout or purging in my skin How much days remove breakout or purging?

[@user-oj5gq1me8q]

I got it a week ago and I’m half way thru it 😀😀😀😃

[@jasminespencer7836]

I started using the ordinary 10% niacinimide and my skin purged for 4 weeks and started to clear up I then used a different brand that had 12% niacinimide 2% zinc and didn’t start purging until 23 days after using it and i gained like 9 new spots in 2 days is it purging or a breakout?

[@lmao8700]

I have a question so I feel like I get along with niacinamide great but The ordinary Niacinamide is way too high for me so can I mix it with the Cera Ve moisturiser?

[@MadAboutSkin]

hi hun, its not the niacinamide which is the issue but some of the other ingredients in the ordinary one which dry the skin so I would switch to another brand as mixing it with the lotion will help a bit but you will still experience some drying and irritation.. I hope this helps and sending you lots of love xxxx

[@ayeshaali7760]

My skin barrier is damaged.should I go for azelaic acid or what I should do.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I would give it time to heal by using minimal products for a couple of weeks then reintroducing gradually... i hope this helps xxxxx

[@FarmergirlJess]

Love

[@freya7870]

Please could you do a video recommending your favourite niacinamide serums at different percentages? like 5%, 7%, 10% etc? I don't have any niacinamide in my skincare products at the moment so I'm looking to get a stand alone serum that would help with pigmentation

[@lsy_vintxqe_7284]

Can my 13 year old use niacinamide?? She's been struggling with hyperpigmentation and dark spots but I'm not sure if she can use niacinamide or not , even though it's well tolerated I'll still play it safe by using low percentages like 5% for example but I just wanted to know if its safe for 13 year old cuz i Don't want to take any risks

[@MyMuggins]

Hmmm, this explains some things 🤔😂 ❤️ love your vids

[@MadAboutSkin]

Awwww thank you so so much and I am so glad you found the video useful... sending you lots of love xxxx

[@gamebeat7299]

So would u say 10% niacinamide serums arent worth it?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun , I would say they are too strong for most people so I would recommend something in the 4% range.. sending you lots of love xxxxx

[@IttyBitty412]

I feel like me and you already figured this out together for me haha

[@MadAboutSkin]

Haha thank you so much hun and Happy Monday, i hope your having a great start to the week xxxx

[@fj5028]

Hi! How could one use niacin powder in our routine? I.e. how can we mix it in with lotions etc that don't have this ingredient

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hey hun thank you so much for watching... you can use the powder in a routine but I would mix a small amount with a moisturiser which doesn't already have the ingredient in then that will make sure your not doubling up... sending lots of love xxxx

[@fj5028]

@@MadAboutSkin thanks :-)

[@sarahforstner7890]

Fabulous video! Rob - I have a lot of redness in my skin (pale white that goes red) I know you recommended pantheol (sp?) and something else.....I’m not using any Niacinamide now to my knowledge would that help or is there something else? And you will crack up!: here in the states we have a grocery chain called Trader Joe’s - they are famous for their dupes. They came out with Cold Pressed Virgin Marula Oul .85oz for $7. I bought it just to support this!! Lol!😂🤬

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hey hun, I love love love marula oil and that is such a good price for a good one... I would say a low strength (5% ) azelaic acid and panthenol are going to be the two best ingredients for you as they will both supress redness from forming in the skin.. I hope this helps and drop me an email if you would like any recommendations for products xxxx

[@sarahforstner7890]

Thank you so much!

[@sarahforstner7890]

Hi Rob - I can’t find your email to get advice on anti- redness products. Let me know or mine is [e-mail] thank you! 👍

[@Farahentertainment]

Plz tell what about niacinamide powder mix with hyloronic acid ratio and comp guide about using of powdr

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hey hun great question... if you use a half spoon of the ordinary niacinamide powder with 5 drops of HA then that will give you roughly a 10% concentration to work with.. I hope this helps xxx

[@Farahentertainment]

@@MadAboutSkin ok thanku alsp tell plz can we use this powdr twice a day as niacinamide serum? What is more effectv powder or serum for oily opn pores skin

[@namrathaothayoth]

My face got swollen and it was red, I'm freaking out and idk what to do. Please help 😭

[@MadAboutSkin]

I would stop using it and just use moisturiser and cleanser and nothing else for a few days and it will calm down again... sending you lots of love xxxxx

[@namrathaothayoth]

@@MadAboutSkin thank you soo much, I'll do the same 😭❤️

[@namrathaothayoth]

@@MadAboutSkin and can i use niacinamide again tho? And if yes how? Should i dilate it?

[@sniteshkumar5577]

I was using the ordinary Niacinamide for about 15 days, yesterday my skin got irritated, I was feeling burning sensation. I was not using any Mosturizer or sunscreen. I was using Niacinamide in my Am pm routine. I used to have good amount like 5-6 drops. I don't what is the reason, can u please help?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun, I think it may just be a little bit of a reaction to over use and so I would cut back on the use of it and this should solve the issue... sending you lots of love xxxxx