NIACINAMIDE

Niacinamide is a vitamin, vital for many essential body functions. The body readily absorbs it through the blood, skin, or intestines and distributes it throughout. 
Indeed, it plays a key role in the vital energy production process within our cells. 
It can be found mainly in meat, fish, cereals and yeast.

WHERE DOES IT 
COME FROM?

Niacinamide integrated in La Roche-Posay products is obtained by biosynthesis. 

WHAT IS IT 
USED FOR?

Niacinamide has numerous biological properties. In dermatology,
it is mainly used to strengthen skin barrier function and to act as a soothing agent.
In cosmetics, it is incorporated to soothing products, to strengthen skin barrier function and to relieve itching.

THE BENEFICE OF THE
NIACINAMIDE

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Niacinamide is also called vitamin B3, vitamin PP, nicotinamide, or niacin.

 
A close-up photo of a skincare product bottle, showing Niacinamide ingredient information

Biosynthesis is a multi-step process where simple molecules are converted into more complex products within living organisms.

 
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Niacinamide is one of the key ingredients of the LIPIKAR and TOLERIANE sensitive product ranges. It also appears in EFFACLAR product composition.

 

WHY DO DERMS 
RECOMMEND IT?

Common skin reactions are often accompanied by inflammation.
Niacinamide is often used in dermatology in addition to conventional treatments for its soothing effect.
It soothes and relieves discomfort, in particular in case of itching.

WHY AND HOW DO
WE USE IT AT LA ROCHE-POSAY?

Niacinamide is an active ingredient of interest thanks to its ability to:

  • Soothe the skin
  • Strengthen skin barrier function
  • Act as an anti-irritant agent
  • Provide a purifying effect
La Roche-Posay has incorporated niacinamide into products intended for :
  • Sensitive skin
  • Atopic-prone skin
  • Acne-prone skin

PRODUCTS WITH 
NIACINAMIDE