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- 5 Soothing Skin-Care Products With Niacinamide for Sensitive Skin
Niacinamide can be a useful skin-care ingredient, especially if you have a sensitive, moody complexion. A form of vitamin B3, niacinamide is typically incorporated into products that address problematic skin, uneven skin tone and dullness. From soothing serums, to dewy glow drops and a gel cream, we rounded up our favorite products formulated infused with niacinamide for sensitive skin types that you’ll want to incorporate into your routine ASAP.
CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum
If you have visible dark spots or blemish scars that you want to improve the appearance of, try this resurfacing retinol serum with niacinamide. The encapsulated retinol helps reduce the appearance of uneven skin tone and texture.
SkinCeuticals Metacell Renewal B3
This lightweight emulsion has 5% vitamin B3 and is designed to reduce skin discoloration and strengthen the moisture barrier. This one is easy to incorporate into your daily routine by massaging one to two pumps twice a day onto your face, neck and chest.

Garnier Green Labs Canna-B Pore Perfecting Serum Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30
If you want to reap the benefits of a serum, moisturizer, and SPF in one go, try this multi-tasking serum cream. Infused with cannabis sativa seed oil and niacinamide, this formula helps to minimize the appearance of pores and redness.
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops
Is your skin looking dull? These dewy drops will do just the trick. They’re infused with hyaluronic acid, moringa seed oil, watermelon and niacinamide designed to hydrate the skin and are suitable for sensitive skin.
The INKEY List Niacinamide Serum
This serum is a great option if you’re just beginning to build your sensitive-skin routine. It has a lightweight gel consistency that absorbs into the skin quickly and leaves your complexion looking even-toned and bright.
Bioderma Hydrabio Gel Cream
Struggling with visible redness? Opt for this gel cream formulated with glycerin, niacinamide and salicylic acid. It gently exfoliates congested skin with continued use.
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About the Skincare.com by L'Oréal Author
Alanna Martine Kilkeary is a native New Yorker and an assistant managing editor at Skincare.com by L'Oréal. She has had the opportunity to grace the digital pages of Harper's Bazaar, Rolling Stone and Teen Vogue with her words and skills. She runs a literary-infused fashion blog in her free time, her heart belongs to William Shakespeare, and most importantly, she believes that Wes Anderson should serve as art director for the entire universe.



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