Niacinamide or Niacinamist in our case, what is it and why should you use it?
Can Niacinamist help reduce acne scarring?
A. Niacinamist can stabilize the melanosome activity within the cells, which can improve residual hyperpigmentation from acne scars as well as those who suffer from melasma.
Can you use Niacinamist on active acne?
A. Yes you can. Niacinamist helps build cells in the skin while also protecting them from environmental stresses, such as sunlight, pollution, and toxins. Niacinamist may be helpful for severe acne, especially inflammatory forms like papules and pustules. Over time, you should see reduced breakouts.
Is Niacinamist good for Oily skin.
A. Niacinamist has been shown to regulate oil secretion making it a must have for oily and combination skin types. Niacinamist ingredients also have an antibacterial effects.
Can I use Niacinamist everyday?
A. niacinamist is a potent yet gentle product and can be used up to twice a day everyday.
How long until I start to see results with reduced oil production?
A. It can take two to four weeks of consistent use before you’ll notice these changes.
How does Niacinamist reduce pore size? People say this can be impossible?
A. This super charged serum can work wonders in this department. This happens because of niacinamide’s ability to reduce sebum production and excretion. Pores will always appear larger when they are filled with oil and dead skin. If less sebum is being trapped, they won’t be as stretched out. And with smaller pores, skin texture looks softer and smoother.
Can Niacinamist reduce redness and blotchiness ?
A. Yes it can. The reason it helps is because niacinamide improves the function of the skin barrier, which means less irritation and less reddening of the area.
Can Nicinamist help restore a compromised skin barrier?
Yes it can. Some people over use high strength ingredients such as acids and retinol based over the counter products making their skin feel sensitive when applying products. This is because they have damaged their skin barrier. It works by increasing the production of ceramides, decreasing inflammation, reducing transepidermal water loss and increasing the moisture content of the stratum corneum. That is your most outer layer of skin.
Are there benefits of using Niacinamide in conjunction with an SPF?
A. Yes there are huge benefits to this. Research has shown niacinamide can help prevent the inflammation UV light causes for the skin, so using a brilliant spf such as medi+ Shield 50 or medi Replenish + alongside Niacinamist is an effective combination to both protect and repair your skin.
Can I use Niacinamist with a vitamin c product?
A. It’s absolutely fine to use niacinamide and vitamin C together. If you have a sensitive skin type and are worried about the small ,possible effects of having a niacin flush (redness, irritation or flaking), then you can alternate your niacinamide and vitamin C day to day. But if your skin isn’t particularly sensitive, you are fine to use together.
When should I use Niacinamist? Am or Pm?
A. Morning and evenings are perfect to use niacinamist for optimal results. Please take note of the above question 10 and if you need to stop and alternate Niacinamist, use it in the morning and vitamin c and retinol in the evening.
Can I use Niacinamist whilst using a retinol?
A. Yes you can. The two products work really well in conjunction with eachother. Niacinamist is extremely hydrating and has the ability to lock in moisture and repair skin tissue , supporting your retinols function and results.
Can I use Niacinamist whilst pregnant.
A. Ask your medical professional for permission. This is an extremely gentle, nourishing and hydrating product.
Where would I place Niacinamist in my skincare ritual.
A. Niacinamist is good for all skin types. This is because niacinamide is non-acidic, so it can be applied underneath your hydrating elixir , replenish +, Hydro serum or Shield 50 spf without having to wait in between layers.