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Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%

The Ordinary·Serum166 recommendations
High 10% niacinamide concentration targets oil regulation and brightening

What the community says

Pros

  • High 10% niacinamide concentration targets oil regulation and brightening
  • Affordable and widely accessible, making it an easy starter for daily use
  • Suitable for layering with actives like azelaic acid or tretinoin if your skin tolerates it

Cons

  • 10% niacinamide is often too strong causing flushing, irritation, and barrier disruption especially for sensitive or rosacea-prone skin
  • Frequently reported to cause breakouts and worsening redness in many users, sometimes leading to cystic acne
  • Sticky texture and pilling reported if layered with other products, requiring careful layering and patch testing

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