Niacinamide 5% Face Serum
Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

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Niacinamide 5% Face Serum

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Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

A serum built around Niacinamide and Colloidal oatmeal, for hydration and barrier repair.

A serum built around Niacinamide and Zinc salt, for hydration and fighting acne.

Serum
Serum
17 ingredients
11 ingredients

Brand price

INR 224.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 5.40 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Key Ingredients

  • Colloidal oatmeal1

    Finely milled oat — an FDA-recognised skin protectant.

    Avena Sativa Kernel Extract

  • Hyaluronic acid1

    Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.

    Sodium Hyaluronate

  • Niacinamide1

    Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

    Niacinamide

  • Zinc salt (sebum/soothing)1

    Zinc salts, used for sebum control and soothing.

    Zinc PCA

  • Niacinamide1

    Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

    Niacinamide

Benefits

  • Hydrating2

    Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

    Ethoxydiglycol, Zinc PCA

  • Barrier Repair1

    Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

    Niacinamide

  • Reduces Irritation1

    Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

    Zinc PCA

  • Redness Reducing1

    Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

    Niacinamide

Concerns

  • May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1

    May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

    Lecithin

  • May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1

    May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

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