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Niacinamide

INCI: NIACINAMIDE
CAS 98-92-0 EC 202-713-4
Niacinamide, or as us normal people call it vitamin B3, is a real skincare superstar that has had so many studies and has so many skin benefits that we...
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Details

Description

Niacinamide, or as us normal people call it vitamin B3, is a real skincare superstar that has had so many studies and has so many skin benefits that we...

Purpose

Function

Biosynthetic building blocks for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+), a critical coenzymeBrighteningPore MinimizingAnti-acne
Profile

Properties

Vegan
Yes
Silicone
Silicone free
Origin
Synthetic
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
EU Max Concentration5%
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationnone
MoSadequate
NOAEL100 mg/kg
ConcernLow
Flags
fda_food_additive
Verdict

Niacinamide is a well-established cosmetic ingredient with a history of safe use; however, safety data specific to NAD+ precursor formulations should be reviewed.

US Note

No specific restrictions

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
98-92-0
EC Number
202-713-4
INCI
NIACINAMIDE
Category
other
Updated
Apr 2, 2026