Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion

Product Overview

Achieve a more even-looking complexion from head to toe with The Ordinary Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion. This lightweight, multi-purpose treatment is designed to help improve the appearance of uneven skin tone and discoloration across the face and body, including areas such as the neck, chest, arms, and legs. Formulated with 5% Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), it helps support a healthy skin barrier while improving the look of skin texture and radiance. Its fast-absorbing emulsion texture delivers comfortable hydration without feeling greasy, making it suitable for daily use on all skin types.

Key Benefits

Targets Uneven Skin Tone: Helps reduce the appearance of discoloration and uneven-looking skin.
Improves Skin Radiance: Promotes a brighter and more balanced complexion.
Suitable for Sensitive Skin: The 5% concentration offers effective care with excellent skin compatibility.
Supports the Skin Barrier: Helps strengthen and maintain the skin’s natural protective barrier.
Refines Skin Texture: Improves the appearance of rough or uneven skin texture.
Tested Across Skin Tones: Designed to be suitable for a wide range of skin tones.
Lightweight Emulsion Texture: Absorbs quickly without leaving a sticky or greasy finish.
Supports Healthy-Looking Skin: Helps address visible effects of environmental stress and daily exposure.
Non-Comedogenic Formula: Designed not to clog pores during regular use.
Face & Body Convenience: Suitable for multiple areas of the body and face in a single product.

Key Ingredients and The Science Behind Them

Niacinamide (5%): Also known as Vitamin B3, Niacinamide helps improve the appearance of uneven skin tone, dullness, and textural irregularities. It also supports the skin barrier by encouraging the production of key moisture-retaining components, helping skin appear smoother, brighter, and healthier over time.

Specification Table

How to Use

Cleanse: Begin with clean, dry skin.
Apply: Spread a thin, even layer over the desired areas of the face or body.
Timing: Use morning and evening as part of your skincare routine.
Moisturize: Follow with a suitable moisturizer if needed.
Sun Protection: Apply sunscreen during daytime use to help maintain an even-looking complexion.

Who is it for?

Sensitive Skin Types: Ideal for those seeking a gentler niacinamide concentration.
Uneven Skin Tone Concerns: Suitable for addressing visible discoloration on the face and body.
Post-Blemish Marks: Helps improve the appearance of lingering marks from previous breakouts.
Mature Skin: Supports smoother, more even-looking skin over time.
All Skin Tones: Formulated for a diverse range of skin tones and complexions.
Minimalist Routines: A versatile product suitable for both facial and body care.
Daily Brightening Care: Ideal for maintaining a more balanced and radiant complexion.

FAQ

Q: Can I use this on both my face and body?
A: Yes. The formula is designed for use on the face as well as larger body areas such as the neck, chest, arms, and legs.

Q: How is this different from Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%?
A: This formula contains a lower concentration of niacinamide and a lightweight emulsion texture, making it well suited for broader application across both face and body.

Q: Can it be used on areas with post-blemish marks?
A: Yes. Niacinamide is known for helping improve the appearance of uneven skin tone, including the look of post-blemish discoloration.

Q: Can I use it with Vitamin C?
A: Yes. Niacinamide and Vitamin C can be incorporated into the same skincare routine and are commonly used together.

Q: Is it suitable for everyday use?
A: Yes. The formula is designed for regular daily use as part of both morning and evening routines.

Q: Does it contain fragrance?
A: No. Like many products from The Ordinary, this formula is fragrance-free.

Complete Your Skincare Routine

Body Care Support: Pair with Salicylic Acid 0.5% Body Serum for concerns related to body texture and congestion.
Daily Body Hydration: Follow with Natural Moisturizing Factors + Inulin Body Lotion.
Gentle Cleansing: Begin with Squalane Cleanser.
Hydration Layer: Apply alongside Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 for additional hydration support.
Moisture Seal: Finish with Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA.