Niacinamide Serums

Find your niacinamide serum

Niacinamide, also called vitamin B3, is one of the easiest serum ingredients to add to a routine. It is lightweight, suits most skin types and works well in Bangladesh's humid weather. It helps balance the look of oily skin, refine the look of pores and support a smoother, more even-looking complexion.

How to choose

• Strength: 5% is a gentle start. 10% is the everyday favourite. 15–20% suits skin already used to niacinamide.
• Partner ingredient: zinc for oil control, TXA or arbutin for the look of dark spots, propolis or centella for comfort.
• Texture: watery serums layer easily under sunscreen. Milky or ampoule textures feel more cushiony on dry skin.

Niacinamide serums by skin concern

• Oily skin and visible pores: The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% (also in 60ml), Groome Niacinamide 5% + Zinc 1% and Care:Nel Niacinamide 10% Zinc 1% pair niacinamide with zinc to keep shine in check.
• Acne-prone skin and post-blemish marks: Skin Cafe Niacinamide 10% Serum and Minimalist Niacinamide 10% are simple, lightweight formulas for daily use.
• Dark spots and uneven-looking tone: Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% (also in 30ml), Medicube TXA Niacinamide 15 and Care:nel TXA 5 Niacinamide 10 combine niacinamide with tranexamic acid. Cos De BAHA Arbutin Niacinamide adds alpha arbutin.
• Dull, tired-looking skin: K-Secret Seoul 1988 Glow Serum Niacinamide 15% + Yuja and APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum give a fresh, radiant look.
• Dry or sensitive skin: Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum Propolis + Niacinamide and LILAC Niacinamide Serum 5% are softer options to start with.
• Experienced users: JUMISO Niacinamide 20 and COSRX The Niacinamide 15 offer higher strengths. PURITO SEOUL TXA 6 Niacinamide 10 Retinal is a night serum for those already using retinal.

How to use

1. Cleanse and apply toner.
2. Press 2–3 drops of niacinamide serum onto dry skin.
3. Wait a minute, then add your other serums, thinnest first.
4. Finish with moisturiser.
5. In the morning, always end with sunscreen.

Start once a day and build up to twice a day if your skin is comfortable.

Pairing with other ingredients

• Vitamin C: most skin types can use both. If your skin feels sensitive, use vitamin C in the morning and niacinamide at night.
• Retinol or retinal: niacinamide is a calm partner for retinol at night. Introduce one new product at a time.
• Hyaluronic acid and centella: easy partners for any time of day.

Explore more actives on our face serum page.

Patch test first

Apply a small amount behind your ear or on your jaw for 2–3 days before using it on your whole face. If you notice stinging, redness or itching, stop using it.

FAQ

What does a niacinamide serum do?

It helps balance the look of oil, refine the look of pores and support a smoother, more even-looking skin tone.

Which strength should I start with?

Start with 5% or 10%. Higher strengths are not always better, and some skin feels more comfortable at lower levels.

Can I use niacinamide with vitamin C?

Yes, most skin types can. If your skin is sensitive, use them at different times of day.

Is niacinamide good for oily skin?

Yes. It is one of the most popular choices for oily and combination skin, especially when paired with zinc.

Are your niacinamide serums original?

Yes. Every product at Nokkhotro is sourced from authorised distributors and importers in Bangladesh, so you always get genuine products.

How long until I see results?

Give it 4–8 weeks of regular use. Results vary from person to person.