Are you a dermatologist who specializes in cosmetic production? Have you conducted your own research about Niacinamide? What is the name of your clinical trial and where was it published? I would like to know before I will believe you.
The Ordinary's Niacinamide Serum didn't become one of the best selling skincare products for no reason. It it works, people will buy. End of discussion.
People buy this product because the price is cheap compared to the ingredients they offer. You can find better products with much better formulations. But the price will be higher.
@@emiliethor5607 The Inkey List has a way better 10% Niacinamide. The Ordinary one has trash texture, consistency and is not buildable. I do not get how people enjoy using it.
@@stela2372 Wrong word sorry, i meant that you can't really apply products on top of it without them rolling off. I used it with every single moisturizer I have and all rolled off completely
I'm a skeptic when it comes to skincare, but The Ordinary's niacinamide is the one product that cured my acne prone skin. It didn't become a hit for no reason. It works.
@@jarintasnim5608 cleanse ur face with a simple cleanser wash it off , use 1-3 small drops of niacimide and apply it like moistruizer , then use any other serums id recomend hyalruanic acid or amino acid for moistruizing and then put a tiny bit of water on ur hands and spread like moisturizer after using hyalorinic . then use a moisturizer and no perfume sunscreen and your good to go. thats what helped me but rember itll take time and at first itll make ur acne worse but then itll get a lot lot better.
I would recommend patch test. Thankfully I took it off after one minute yet my skin burned for 30 mins straight and I had red bumps all over my face. It worked on my mum though so it's better to check first.
I agree with you 💯 I have used also every product on the market that promises to clear my acne up but nothing. I have been suffering with acne since I was a teenager now i 38 with a teenager of my own and was still suffering with acne till I started using the ordinary product about 4 months ago and my skin is the clearest I have ever see it in years. No acne break outs in about 3 months now.
Been using this for 4 months now and I absolutely love it. I pair it with their Azelaic Acid 10% Suspension and that's the only combo that ever worked for my stubborn, acne-prone and oily skin.
Omg, thank you so much for making this video! I have used this product before and to my disappointment, every time I used it, it broke me out around my cheeks and jawline. I thought I was purging but it never stopped. I had high expectations for this product but eventually ended up not using it anymore.
well, i do agree with this video that at high concentration (solely 10% when i first used), i had a lot of issues. now i dilute it (2 drops only) with a water-based moisturizer in the morning and my skin cleared soooo much.
I think a good point to add here is that this product doesn’t irritate ALL skin, only some. Also, you may mix this product with your moisturizer instead of under it to avoid or reduce any irritation.
i ordered it today and I’ really afraid to use it. I believe it works for some people and that it doesn’t for some and that it depends on the skin type. But what type of skin is it for then? My skin is quite sensitive and I think it’s combination skin and my skin barrier is healing because it was damaged. Should I use it or no? pleasee help!
I’m southeast asian, I’ve been using this for up to 2 years now, help me reduce my acne problem, and reduce oil on my face. Thanks god there isn’t side effects on my skin.
Okay me too! Been using this product for years and no problem with me!! I immediately saw this and had to click on it tho! Just bc of how long I've been using it. So, glad to see I'm not the only one who's skin disagrees:)
Wait. I use it for couple days i have acnes and oily skin. But when i put it on my face, couple minutes later my face will look so oily. Do you have tips when you use it? Thank you
@@thepink3798 hhhmmm..... I don’t know exactly what combination doesn’t make my face looks oily. I think u should know the cause of your oily skin. Knowing your skin need is important. Although i have oily and acne prone skin, i always use oily skin cleanser and moisturizer in my combination.
It works perfectly on my skin. I've been using it for quite a long time. My skin is brighter and lesser breakout now. This serum amazed me and I start to explore other The Ordinary serums. I apply it after using The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 serum. I think it's suitable for oily and acne prone skin, if your skin is dry or sensitive, maybe it will irritate your skin.
Did u have a wrinkles?, did the ordinary niacinamide can remove that?, r u asian?, or are u live in a hot weather? Whats ur type skin? It is okay if using 2 serums in one skincare routine?, wht u apply after applied the ordinary niacinamide? Sorry for a lot of quests, but i need to check some of my doubts, hopefully replyyy, altough u comment this one year ago😂 thxx xoxo
@@04_ameliawijaya98 Not the OP but if you really want to reduce wrinkles, opt for retinoids. That's the gold standard for almost all skin problems, especially anti-aging.
It's helping my skin. At first I had purging but after 2 weeks of using it, it becames clear. I love it. I just don't use it with vitamin C serum. My skin don't like that 2 products combined.
Changed my skin and can't live without it...I wouldn't buy over and over if I didn't see results. Different skin needs different treatment - there is no blanket rule. Do what works for your skin!
This product literally saved my skin, I have rosacea and since i started using this the redness and sensitivity that comes with it nearly went away, not to mention it helped A LOT with texture aswell, if you're considering trying this serum, try it, if it doesn't work for you, give it to a family member or a friend, don't blindly make decisions based on a random video online, besides it's very affordable, it's not like you're gonna break the bank buying it...
@@brendonbernard3261 it didn't turn more red than usual no, but it tingled a little bit around my nose (tingle, not burn, there was no pain whatsoever) After a week or so it stopped tingling and after a month my skin started to become bright and dewy and very even compared to what i had started with
@@sadiajafrinn i don't know babes, check with your derm or doctor Otherwise you can just try and see for yourself, don't think it can cause much harm if you use it correctly Use it for at least one month to see the results!
He's a dermatologist for a reason.. and he's trying to educate you all. As he already mentioned, if it suits your skin keep using. So atleast maintain the decency to respect him. Isn't really necessary to be rude :)
The ordinary niacinamide has definitely make my skin so so so much better. It’s the only product that I’ve noticed a big difference from. The first time I ever heard of it was from Hyrams RUclips videos about the ordinary. Soon as I heard about it I got it and I’m so thankful I did. My skin isn’t great but it’s extremely better than it used to be.
Same thoughts. I feel like these products are never "one size fits all". If it works for you, great but if you are not sure and worried about it then just dont drop it. If you are still persistent, then dont forget to do patch test for a week and dont use another product with it to really see if it is compatible with your skin.
@@okrafaeq8277 wash your face, dry ur face, use toner , use niacimide around your nose and below your eyes or pores area.. leave it absorb. Use it am and pm.
I'm 35 and I've been using this exact product for years now, and my face has actually gotten better! Along with my other serums of course, so I guess my skin just disagrees!
@@akina7450 even BETTER!!! Especially with Niacinimide. As for Vitamin C, as long as it's your first step. And make sure to leave the Retinol for your last. Bu gotta remember ph balances when applying these serum bc if they're not applied in the correct order, you're just canceling them all out.. Vitamin C has the lowest PH usually of around 3 or 3.5 so that should always be your 1st step in any skin care. Niacinimide carries a ph of around 6... so make sure that goes on towards the end of your application. Then of course followed by your Retinol. And unless your skin is really adapted to it's strength, make sure your face is mostly dry before applying your Retinol. This will help you fight any redness or irritation✌
@@sherbert85 thank you so much... So basically toner (not with aha bha ) followed by vitamin c serum (klairs) then niacinamide (the ordinary) next is hyaluronic acid (the ordinary) and last would be the retinol ?
@@akina7450 Everything sounded perfect, except I would apply the Hyaluronic acid right after your Vitamin C🥰 HA generally has a ph balance that is closest to our natural skin barrier, at around a 5/5.5. So that's where I would place it in that particular regimen you listed👍And most definitely before applying your Niacinimide and Retinol
@@akina7450 Oh! And if you want to use an AHA or ABA in your regiment, you totally can. I would just alternate it on the times when you're not applying your Retinol. Those two are dangerous to mix! But say you want to use your aha toner in the morning and your Retinol at night... you could do that too!
Please, watch the full video before commenting....He says the good and the bad part of niacinamide!! In my case, it created me a lot of breakouts, so I decided to stop using it. Thanks for the video!!!
To be fair, the title is worded in such a way to invoke strong emotions and get people interacting with the video so most hardcore fans/“haters” are going to go straight to the comments to voice their opinions lol. You’re right tho, people should watch the video first and it seems like Niacinamide is one of the TO products that people really love or hate 😂
@@avivaklein are you sure it's a break out and not a purge? Or maybe just an irritation reaction (in case you applied it twice or more times in a row without training your skin to adjust to it)?
@@avivaklein As they've said above, maybe it's purging as it ocurred only 2 days after. For me it's being a process of months, until I realize it was the Niacinamide that was causing more breakouts. I stopped it 10 days ago and I can already see a difference...Right now I switched to the Hidratating cleanser from Cerave (I have deshidratated skin), and as serums: on the morning I use HA from the ordinary . At night Vitamin C . I have tried to stop including too many products in my face, and it seems it is working. But I assume for every person can be different :)
I guess I can try to slow it down. I’ve been using it twice a day and lathering it on my face. After reading some comments maybe I’m applying to much of the product? When you were putting it on was it looking like soap on your face at first? I’m not doing a ton I know that sounds excessive but I was doing about eight drops on my whole face
I have been using it for more than 6 months and it has made changes to my skin at the age of 50 years, it is getting chewier and tighter, so I continue to use it.
I am using nicinamide frm past 6 months I can tell u it has done amazing to my skin I had lot of acne marks redness but nw almost my skin is clearing I am very happy with this product my skin is sensitive oily and acne prone but I hv nt seen any irritation or other disadvantages
@@dhurgarajendran7503 I don't mix it with any moisturiser I use nicinamide has a serum and the moisturizer wic u use is frm dermafique cell by cell moisturizer and I use the serum nicinamide only at night
Hello @@hazellbianca that's a good idea to buy this amazing product use this only in night and I to have a oily sensitive and acne prone skin I had lot of red marks to I started to use a less percentage of this serum like 5% and after 3months I started using this serum with 10% concentration when ur using 10% one please use it very less like I use to put 4 drops of nicinamide on my palm and then would dab it on that area where I had marks
I appreciate what you have to say about the percentage used by the Ordinary and practically every product out there selling Niacinamide at 10%. Skin of colour can not afford products that will irritate it because irritation leads to hyperpigmentation in skin of colour and who needs that? Thank you for explaining ways we can dilute the product which has so many other benefits in the right concentration.
I've been using The ordinary niacinamide for 3 years now and my skin has never looked better. I used to have super oily acne prone skin. Now my skin still gets shiny, but never greasy like before. And I only get the occasional pimple during my period or ovulation. So definitely works for me. Not everyone's skin is the same.
I have problematic skin and not many products works for me. But this one was really helpful and definitely I would buy it again. It didn't ruined my skin. That's for sure
I’ve been using this for almost a year now and it has significantly improved the texture of my skin. Along with other Korean and Japanese skin care, the Ordinary niacinamide has been one of my staple skin care products. It has helped a lot with my hyperpigmentation caused by hormonal breakouts. My skin have never been so good, i only use tinted moisturiser and sunscreen now, no need for concealers or foundation!
I just started using it. My skin was horrible. Red rosacea cheeks and nose, hormonal breakouts. My skin colour is coming back faster than expected, almost day by day. If you have any suggestion for japanese/korean products or channels, I would be so grateful since I just started addressing this issue.. and finally feeling hopeful. ❤ ty for sharing!
Sslr guys, it takes 1 and half month. (It depends how hygienic you are and if the your other products you're using are effective too, this product wouldn't work by just itself you need moizturizer, toner, cleanser something like that) Just a little disclaimer: this product may work or not to you but if you guys want to try the decision is yours.
Y'all need to wash your hands before applying skin care products, don't touch your face as long as possible and please wash your face twice a day. I ain't doctor but as a human being that also have insecurities, helping you guys is my pleasure. Our imperfections makes us perfect, beauty is nothing without kindness. Stay safe guys.💕
That’s okay!!!! Not everything works for everyone!!!!! Try inkey list. Their niacinamide has a diff formula that works pretty much for the opposite skin than the ordinary (was told by professionals they recommend the ordinary one to oily types and the inkey one to dry skins). Use little to build resistance. I was told their formula was pretty gentle!!! And remember not to use any products with vit c with niacinamide bc it makes the skin react badly!
Jamie it’s normal to Break out after you begin using it . How long did you used it ? If you really don’t see any improvement after 1 month than it’s not for your skin. You should try krave beauty or the inkey list
@@hayley8077 !! Yes!!! A lot (wont say all bc i havent tried and read all of them myself) of the ordinary products have a guide to show what you can and can’t mix them with due to the brand having so many raw chemicals. On their official website they have guides for every product too. Is not necessarily the most easy format to read (sadly, at least for me as a person who doesn’t know soo much on skincare) but the products come with papers that do remark what shouldn’t be mixed.
I've always mixed the Ordinary's Hyaluronic Acid with the Niacinamide just because it was easier and they pair well together. I've never had any problem with any form of Niacinamide, but that's good to know. Their AHA chemical peel also gets a bad rap because people don't read the label that it is a high dose, and to only leave it on for a few minutes. So thank you for both sides of this particular item.
That's true. My skin stings when I use it. As recommended, I mix it with thick moisturizer, and it started to show better result. Thank you Dr Inky ❤️👏
@@mayarhussein2481 niacinamide shouldn't cause purging. Also, sometimes what we attribute to purging is really just a regular break out or irritation to a product.
the ORDINARY products were NOT BAD you just have to choose the RIGHT ONE. As a beginner in skincare community, the Ordinary helps me in the first 6mo. to achieve better results. Now since the skincare industry is growing, there are so many options to choose from, and my number one factor is AFFORDABILITY.
Yes, my skin became itchy, irritable, red and started to break out. The rationale and the explanation is very liberating for me and I can just stop using this product, like I stopped using vitamin C which irritated the shit out of my skin. Thank you!
I used The Ordinary niacinamide day and night, and it cleared out my skin for just a week. I don't see any problem with it in my situation. I hope y'all should also learn that we have different skin types so whatever may suit for me may not be suited for you. Wish u guys find ur perfect skin care product coz luckily I found mine✨
is it okay to use day and night ? bcs ive watched some videos saying that dont apply it twice a day , use it like thrice a week smthng bcs the niacinamide percent are so high
it's not for everyone's skin type but it definitely helps most people (I know). plus you may experience purging for 2-3 weeks if you've never niacinamide before
i ordered it today and I’ really afraid to use it. I believe it works for some people and that it doesn’t for some and that it depends on the skin type. But what type of skin is it for then? My skin is quite sensitive and I think it’s combination skin and my skin barrier is healing because it was damaged. Should I use it or no? pleasee help!
Maybe it is suitable for someone but I've tried using it for a month,and what I got,acned,purging,red all over my face,I stop using it and my skin healthy again
at first my skin sting when applying niacinamide, but now no sting at all and my skin really improves using this niacinamide. im using this serum for 2years already ❤️
@@MadzPhEnterprise my i am very werid about stinging on naicinamide the vtamic c suspention also sting my skin i only use 2 days and then i leave it and now i have plan to apply nacinamide but sad for stinging becuse i have very senstive skin ?
I used many of the Ordinary products but this Niacinamide irritated my skin & caused horrible breakouts. Exactly what this video unpacked. I bought a couple of bottles so will try to dilute it.
I agree though. It made me break out so badly. Like huge cystic acne and redness all over my face, even on areas where i dont get acne. I've heard of other people having the same adverse reaction to TO niacinamide. I was super hyped to try it but it's too bad that it doesn't suit my skin :((
Try diluting it, i had redness from using it alone but now i combine it, redness subsided, great product but one just needs to learn how to work with it...
i ordered it today and I’ really afraid to use it. I believe it works for some people and that it doesn’t for some and that it depends on the skin type. But what type of skin is it for then? My skin is quite sensitive and I think it’s combination skin and my skin barrier is healing because it was damaged. Should I use it or no? pleasee help!
I used the tiam niacinamide before and stop using it once its empty because my skin shows no improvement.Then,I started using moisturiser with niacinamide as active and my acne has reduce tremendously. For those who have breakout,I suggest look for products with niacinamide instead using it as serum etc.There's a lot in the market. Plus,you can reduce steps in your skin care routine furthermore reduce irritation.If you still want to use serum,you can just use other serum to treat your skin concern.
Same here, I was really hyped about it, but I never saw any changes on my face texture or pigmentation. It did make it less oily though. But to me it wasn't worth it. Now, my cleanser has niacinamide and it's helped me a lot but it dries it out a bit.
4 days in using this product at night and moisturizer during the day and omg!! This is literally the only thing that helps my acne, acne scars, and oily skin..
I m 49 year old female had acne late in my years ..suffered alot since it was new to me.. Ordinary products helped to renew my skin..I recommend these products to all..bless the person who invented
Thank you doc. No wonder, since im using niacinamide 10% i noticed got more acnes than before. And part of my face became drier. Best regard from Indonesia.
I destroyed my body taking roaccutane decades ago. I wish niacinamide had been on offer then to reduce oil. I do need a really low low dose though or else I burn and get dry dry.
I use it and my skin loves it. I apply the hyaluronic acid and then a few drops of niacinamine and seal it with an emollient aka Moisturizer. I am an Asian and yes, Genes play a huge role how your skin is but I feel the more and the earlier you start taking care of your skin, the more you prolong the dullness and aging. Period.
@@christineaaskov5842 one or two drops are enough to even cover your neck. Drop the product in your palm rub your hands together and pat the product into the skin and then very gently and softly blend it a bit. You should not have a wet-like face after applying it. Over applying is bad. The skin is not going to absorb the product in the best way possible, it better applying less and adding a little bit than over do it.
I have combination skin of normal to oily and I have been using it for almost a year and a half now. To those who wants to try it out, it takes a great deal of patience for you to see a jaw-dropping result. I am only seeing a drastic change in my facial skin after a year specifically my acne scar. I'm not even applying it everyday otherwise my skin would wage war with me.
@@zarithbritney3127 yes. Initially i thought my skin can't take this product, but after a while i noticed a pattern. Usually, my skin welcomes acne (lots of em especially my cheek area) 2-3 days before my period. However, when i started using it, they arrived earlier - 1 week or so, before my period. All this is happening within half a year. Now, acne rarely appears when my period is about to start and some of the acne scars diminished (not entirely but to me it is a sign of hope). Hope this answered your question.
Dr. Dray and Dr. Sam on RUclips ,both certified board dermatologists, recommend this product. Anything of course in high concentrations, can be irritating to the skin. But even at low concentrations Niacinamide can be Irritable for some people.
Where does Dr Dray recommend this? She consistently says that high strength (10-20%) niacinamide serums are not necessary and can be irritating. She consistently advocates instead for niacinamide-containing moisturisers (or essences) at a concentration of 2-5%.
High % niacinamide made it to Dr. Dray's Top 10 Worst Skin Care Trends of 2020: 10%, 15% and 20% and warned about potential irritation. Paula's Choice was a special mention. But at the end of the day, it's up to the consumers to buy and use.
@@butterflyperez7925 according to what you said she didn’t recommend it, she just said if it’s not irritate your skin, you can go ahead and continue using it.. but she definitely warns viewers about the side effects
Totally agreed with you doctor, I have used this and experienced tingling effects on my face and it became red and itchy. Now I understood that it’s because of 10% concentration of Niacinamide on it, thanks for explaining it!
I think this product is a hit or miss. A lot of people use this as their holy grail product, but for someone like me who has combination-sensitive skin type, it broke me out. Maybe because the Niacinamide amount is too strong for me, because when I switched to a cream with Niacinamide, it worked so much better, and did lighten my acne marks.
i think the amount you apply is important as well,i think the length from the first line to the fingertip is enough for the whole face or at least problem areas
Hmm just realized when I bought it for the first time I thought gonna use it daily, but it always got me skin irritation after using it for couple days in a row 🙄 then I decided to use it on only twice a week before I apply my tretinoin. Ulala works good to me so far❤️😄
I am asian and have been using this 3years and it’s actually really good.it only kind of tingled for the first few uses but it doesn’t afterwards. My acne is way clearer now only get a few pimples here and there. my face is also less oily so it does depend on the person using it.it could be good for some people but bad for others
I tried this product last summer (2022) and found it irritated my olive combination skin a lot. I definitely found it too strong to the point I thought I had an allergy. I'm in agreement with Dr Ingky on this one.
I used to have forehead acne until I started using The Ordinary's Niacinamide. I once ran out and couldn't use it for a week or so and my acne came back. It must be down to individual skin 😊
@@suzeeabdelrahman6978 I tried the ordinary azelaic acid, been doing amazing job to my skin. And paula’s choice BHA liquid exfoliant but I’m using them on day or night routine
If you use to much it can cause that. I only use like 2-3 drops and I mix it in my moisturaizer like 2-3 times a week and is perfecttt. I have oily skin and it did wonders
It's literally the only product that stops my oiliness and I have very very oily skin, like an oil spill. Is it possible that the batch you got wasn't authentic?
I keep my routine simple, and this along with hyaluronic acid are the only serums I use. I'm 35 and just started to get acne for the first time in my life and it has changed and help my skin so much. I get some cystic acne spots and they feel better when I use this serum. The inkey list serum is also on my routine, it doesn't sting in case you have that issue with the ordinary and is a little less runny.
I think it just depends on the skin type. I started this product a year ago, and it did have purging. After that period my skin got way better and I even upgraded to the 60ml variant long ago.
I am also one of the asian guys who swear by this Ordinary niacinamide 10% + Zinc. I've been using it for more than a year and it never breaks me out. However, at the very first time of using this high concentration it might feel a bit tingling but not that bad. Eventually my skin looks pretty much better than before.
@@Zeiny95 It took me about 5 months. My skin was sooo bad with deep black acne scars and endless hyper pigmentation. Now all my scars have lightened up and I can finally walk around with no make up.
@@ambs995luv I mainly follow this routine here morning and night..ruclips.net/video/HAtTpSvurvI/видео.html I also use topicals-Faded Serum 3times a week at night instead of the routine mentioned in the above video.
I’ve only been using the niacinamide for a week now and I notice a huge difference in my skin, i live in humid climate and it makes me skin less greasy and adds a glow! also i use it with a HA moisturizer and i have no irritation and redness which is surprising because i have dermatitis!! I am not dermatologist but I can say that it has helped my skin so far
This niacinamide really wrecks my skin, way too irritating to my skin. I m Asian, been using 3% without any problems at all. I heart the magic of this serum and went out to buy it only found my skin to itch, to get red, dry and flake horribly. Thank you for spreading the info, which is so needed instead of the craziness over this product. I now ditch it and return to my 3% old niacinamide.
Don't blame the product it works great with everyone else... it is your responsibility to choose whatever you want... atleast you knew your skin does not react good with high conc of niacinamide
I’ve bought this product as my colleague recommended that it has a lot of good reviews. So I used for a couple of days I’ve noticed that instead of healing my pimples It became worst like when I woke up another 2-3 small pimples came out so I decided to stop it. And I really regret using it. So my advice better stick to the product which your skin suited well.
As you really study the ingredients of Ordinary Niacinamide with Zinc.. No irritants.. comparing to other products which has Sorbitan Oleate, Fragrance, Alcohol etc... But whenever you try a product to your skin especially this potent niacinamide(high conc).. try to start it only ONCE for the first week.. then TWICE for the second week and so on and so forth...
This product breaks me out but i keep convincing myself that it's purging instead of breaking out then keep using it. One day I decide to stop using it for 3 days and bump, my skin is so much better. Then a month later I want to try it again and just for one day, 3 or 4 whiteheads comeback. I think the problem is this product, not niacinamide
Salicylic acid 2% as a all over face or spot treatment. also benzoyl peroxide max 5% as a spot treatment, tiny amount is all you need. DONT use everyday as it can cause irritation but maybe twice a week
I think you need a total diet and lifestyle change too if you really wanted a crystal clear skin. That includes changing your bedsheets and pillow cases every 3 days, change bathing towel everyday, eat more fresh and high antioxidants foods, stay hydrated and clean your house everyday as dust and unsanitary home and toilet can make our skin dull and pimple prone.
I broke out when I started using it, and couldn’t figure it out because I thought it was supposed to clear acne. I read reviews of it and connected the dots. Stopped using it and my skin immediately cleared up.
Omg I thought you guys agreed to avoid it. It indeed really ruined my skin lol. I purchased it because of the hype but I regret using it so much 😭 It was the only change I made in my routine and I got non-stop breakout for 6 months, 6 MONTHS, I gave up and now I’m still recovering.
Maybe you're using wrong or using too much , you should start with once a week and work your way up , and always use two drops of the serum between your hands and then apply it , don't pair it with other active ingredients , use a moisturizer after , a sunscreen, and if your skin is breaking use the moisturizer before the serum , the moisturizer in this case protect the skin from direct contact with the irritated skin
@@unniejihyo3647 don't be afraid to use it if you have oily acne prone skin , just do your research before on how to use it then you should be good to go , in general you should always research how to use a product, watch different reviews on RUclips, they really help
lol i’m here looking for the ordinary niacinamide review but suddenly this appears on top of all the reviews video 😌 but when i read the comments almost 80% says that it’s really work for them and another 10% says that they have sensitive skin and some reaction when use it 😌 and now i’m confusing myself 🙂
Well, I've been using it for 4-5 years, and for me it does absolutely nothing. No irritation, but no change in oilyness and acne. I will not buy it anymore 🤷🏻♀️
I used to use this product and I can say that it works well for me for the first 1-2weeks which is my skin getting less oily and pore seen smaller. During that period I do have new acne but I consider it as purging and continue using it. After like using for 1 bottle and a half, which is most likely 4-5monthe of me using the niacinamide, I decide to stop as my skin become more worst. I discontinued completely and this is when I start to use BFC from nihon and the most well know local brand Kayman and Zarzou.. those work wonder on my skin and it’s getting better. For those who are interested in using niacinamide, I would suggest you to find any skincare with low percentage of niacinamide in it. Now I’m dealing with scars. So wish me luck for a better skin.
When I first used it, my cheeks was burning and red. I stopped using it but after a few weeks, I started using again but in the smallest amount. It’s lit soo good
He said that if your skin works well with the niacinamide 10% then YOU CAN CONTINUE. He meant that it is better 1-5% only. But I don’t understand the comment section people don’t like how he review this product lol. He even say it in a nice way to prevent people get breakouts, for people to understand more about the product. Not everyone will get the same results. Btw my skin is good with niacinamide 10%. Do patch test first before using it 😊
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It will be ok mixing with beta-glucan ?
Please make more of this videos, very informative
I can't find niacinamide 5%. I haven't bought the 10% yet. If you have any recommendations pls let me know.
Is the insta natural 5% niacinamide serum a good product to use instead of th ordinary 10% niacinamide? And can you do a review on it too.
Are you a dermatologist who specializes in cosmetic production? Have you conducted your own research about Niacinamide? What is the name of your clinical trial and where was it published? I would like to know before I will believe you.
The Ordinary's Niacinamide Serum didn't become one of the best selling skincare products for no reason. It it works, people will buy. End of discussion.
People buy this product because the price is cheap compared to the ingredients they offer. You can find better products with much better formulations. But the price will be higher.
@@emiliethor5607 The Inkey List has a way better 10% Niacinamide. The Ordinary one has trash texture, consistency and is not buildable. I do not get how people enjoy using it.
@@l9kl294 sis, its a serum not a foundation... fot what reason you want a buildable consistecy??
@@l9kl294 You don't want to build a serum you want it to be absorbed into your skin
@@stela2372 Wrong word sorry, i meant that you can't really apply products on top of it without them rolling off. I used it with every single moisturizer I have and all rolled off completely
I'm Asian and I've been using it for 3 months. it literally changed my skin. holy grail product.
May I know what actual ordinary yr using? I want to try out the Niacinamide 10%, hope that works for my skin.
It’s been doing wonders for my skin tooPeople. ❤️ it
Same here. It's a product staple for me.
Are you south asian?
Hey, how long does a bottle last for?
I'm a skeptic when it comes to skincare, but The Ordinary's niacinamide is the one product that cured my acne prone skin.
It didn't become a hit for no reason. It works.
Which other products did you use?
Yep it does to me as well it works for my skin
When I used this serum I got a lot of acne and black heads 😣
@@rubinaahmed1856its purging maybe
Ye, dr. Dray also said that most research studies only test niacinamide with 2%-5% at most
The ordinary niacinamide has cleared up my teenage's daughter's acne & she didn't suffer any side effects. Her face looks brighter & clearer now.
That's great news!
Can you plz tell me the process that how she used it???Being a teenager myself I'll get helped!!
at what age? because I'm a teen too and I want to use the ordinary but I'm scared...
Use it sparingly, 1-2 drops is enough. Using more than that will irritate your skin.
@@jarintasnim5608 cleanse ur face with a simple cleanser wash it off , use 1-3 small drops of niacimide and apply it like moistruizer , then use any other serums id recomend hyalruanic acid or amino acid for moistruizing and then put a tiny bit of water on ur hands and spread like moisturizer after using hyalorinic . then use a moisturizer and no perfume sunscreen and your good to go. thats what helped me but rember itll take time and at first itll make ur acne worse but then itll get a lot lot better.
I’m on my second bottle now.. it’s my holy grail man. No irritations at all + helps reduce acne for me even in the hot & humid Singapore...
How often do you use it
I would recommend patch test. Thankfully I took it off after one minute yet my skin burned for 30 mins straight and I had red bumps all over my face. It worked on my mum though so it's better to check first.
I enjoy it as well.
riiiiiiiight??? i love it sm !!!
Yes this actually helped in reducing my acne and it lightens my marks. It really depends on the person using this
The ordinary is the only thing that protect my skin from breakout !
Thank you l said the same thing like my faced improved tremendously after using The ordinary.
Absolutely 👍👍👍
I agree with you 💯 I have used also every product on the market that promises to clear my acne up but nothing. I have been suffering with acne since I was a teenager now i 38 with a teenager of my own and was still suffering with acne till I started using the ordinary product about 4 months ago and my skin is the clearest I have ever see it in years. No acne break outs in about 3 months now.
@@samanthahutson9483 which products did you use?
I agree!!! In my skin is acting really great!!
Been using this for 4 months now and I absolutely love it. I pair it with their Azelaic Acid 10% Suspension and that's the only combo that ever worked for my stubborn, acne-prone and oily skin.
How you pair it by mixing on hands and apply
omg this product literally saved my skin when it was going through the worst
I've been using it for almost 3 years. This gave me a glowy skin
Omg, thank you so much for making this video! I have used this product before and to my disappointment, every time I used it, it broke me out around my cheeks and jawline. I thought I was purging but it never stopped. I had high expectations for this product but eventually ended up not using it anymore.
same :( whenever i used it acne kept on coming and when i took a break my skin feels fine
What do you use
I have the same experience with niacinamide and also vit c. I'm done with chemical skin products.
well, i do agree with this video that at high concentration (solely 10% when i first used), i had a lot of issues. now i dilute it (2 drops only) with a water-based moisturizer in the morning and my skin cleared soooo much.
I think a good point to add here is that this product doesn’t irritate ALL skin, only some. Also, you may mix this product with your moisturizer instead of under it to avoid or reduce any irritation.
i ordered it today and I’ really afraid to use it. I believe it works for some people and that it doesn’t for some and that it depends on the skin type. But what type of skin is it for then? My skin is quite sensitive and I think it’s combination skin and my skin barrier is healing because it was damaged. Should I use it or no? pleasee help!
How is it haven't you tried ?@@nezasiter498
@@nezasiter498did it work
omgg i do the same❤
I’m southeast asian, I’ve been using this for up to 2 years now, help me reduce my acne problem, and reduce oil on my face. Thanks god there isn’t side effects on my skin.
Okay me too! Been using this product for years and no problem with me!! I immediately saw this and had to click on it tho! Just bc of how long I've been using it. So, glad to see I'm not the only one who's skin disagrees:)
Wait. I use it for couple days i have acnes and oily skin. But when i put it on my face, couple minutes later my face will look so oily. Do you have tips when you use it? Thank you
@@thepink3798 hhhmmm..... I don’t know exactly what combination doesn’t make my face looks oily. I think u should know the cause of your oily skin. Knowing your skin need is important. Although i have oily and acne prone skin, i always use oily skin cleanser and moisturizer in my combination.
@@thepink3798 use moisturizer
Can I know a good moisturizer to apply with Niacinamide and zinc for oily skin
It works perfectly on my skin. I've been using it for quite a long time. My skin is brighter and lesser breakout now. This serum amazed me and I start to explore other The Ordinary serums. I apply it after using The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 serum. I think it's suitable for oily and acne prone skin, if your skin is dry or sensitive, maybe it will irritate your skin.
Did u have a wrinkles?, did the ordinary niacinamide can remove that?, r u asian?, or are u live in a hot weather? Whats ur type skin? It is okay if using 2 serums in one skincare routine?, wht u apply after applied the ordinary niacinamide? Sorry for a lot of quests, but i need to check some of my doubts, hopefully replyyy, altough u comment this one year ago😂 thxx xoxo
@@04_ameliawijaya98 Not the OP but if you really want to reduce wrinkles, opt for retinoids. That's the gold standard for almost all skin problems, especially anti-aging.
It's helping my skin. At first I had purging but after 2 weeks of using it, it becames clear. I love it. I just don't use it with vitamin C serum. My skin don't like that 2 products combined.
Combine it with hyaluronic acid. These two go together perfectly and would be perfect if you have dry skin like myself! 🙂
Niacinimde and vit c dont work together. Avoid at all cost.
Changed my skin and can't live without it...I wouldn't buy over and over if I didn't see results. Different skin needs different treatment - there is no blanket rule. Do what works for your skin!
This product literally saved my skin, I have rosacea and since i started using this the redness and sensitivity that comes with it nearly went away, not to mention it helped A LOT with texture aswell, if you're considering trying this serum, try it, if it doesn't work for you, give it to a family member or a friend, don't blindly make decisions based on a random video online, besides it's very affordable, it's not like you're gonna break the bank buying it...
Does it help with comedonal acne?
Did your skin turned red when the first time u use it?
@@brendonbernard3261 it didn't turn more red than usual no, but it tingled a little bit around my nose (tingle, not burn, there was no pain whatsoever)
After a week or so it stopped tingling and after a month my skin started to become bright and dewy and very even compared to what i had started with
@@sadiajafrinn i don't know babes, check with your derm or doctor
Otherwise you can just try and see for yourself, don't think it can cause much harm if you use it correctly
Use it for at least one month to see the results!
He's a dermatologist for a reason.. and he's trying to educate you all. As he already mentioned, if it suits your skin keep using. So atleast maintain the decency to respect him. Isn't really necessary to be rude :)
They are rude to the title of the episode that he put.
The ordinary niacinamide has definitely make my skin so so so much better. It’s the only product that I’ve noticed a big difference from. The first time I ever heard of it was from Hyrams RUclips videos about the ordinary. Soon as I heard about it I got it and I’m so thankful I did. My skin isn’t great but it’s extremely better than it used to be.
No matter how bad your “view” to The Ordinary Niacinamide, it heals our skin from acne and make our skin looks more fabulous! Period!!
Same thoughts. I feel like these products are never "one size fits all". If it works for you, great but if you are not sure and worried about it then just dont drop it. If you are still persistent, then dont forget to do patch test for a week and dont use another product with it to really see if it is compatible with your skin.
Pores closed.. i just like niacimide the ordinary, use it for 3 mths already.. it works to minimize pores
How often do u use this???
and also before or after facewash??
@@cocoabutter7128 how to use it?
@@okrafaeq8277 wash your face, dry ur face, use toner , use niacimide around your nose and below your eyes or pores area.. leave it absorb. Use it am and pm.
I'm 35 and I've been using this exact product for years now, and my face has actually gotten better! Along with my other serums of course, so I guess my skin just disagrees!
Is it okay to use with vitamin c or retinol?
@@akina7450 even BETTER!!! Especially with Niacinimide. As for Vitamin C, as long as it's your first step. And make sure to leave the Retinol for your last. Bu gotta remember ph balances when applying these serum bc if they're not applied in the correct order, you're just canceling them all out.. Vitamin C has the lowest PH usually of around 3 or 3.5 so that should always be your 1st step in any skin care. Niacinimide carries a ph of around 6... so make sure that goes on towards the end of your application. Then of course followed by your Retinol. And unless your skin is really adapted to it's strength, make sure your face is mostly dry before applying your Retinol. This will help you fight any redness or irritation✌
@@sherbert85 thank you so much...
So basically toner (not with aha bha ) followed by vitamin c serum (klairs) then niacinamide (the ordinary) next is hyaluronic acid (the ordinary) and last would be the retinol ?
@@akina7450 Everything sounded perfect, except I would apply the Hyaluronic acid right after your Vitamin C🥰 HA generally has a ph balance that is closest to our natural skin barrier, at around a 5/5.5. So that's where I would place it in that particular regimen you listed👍And most definitely before applying your Niacinimide and Retinol
@@akina7450 Oh! And if you want to use an AHA or ABA in your regiment, you totally can. I would just alternate it on the times when you're not applying your Retinol. Those two are dangerous to mix! But say you want to use your aha toner in the morning and your Retinol at night... you could do that too!
Please, watch the full video before commenting....He says the good and the bad part of niacinamide!! In my case, it created me a lot of breakouts, so I decided to stop using it. Thanks for the video!!!
To be fair, the title is worded in such a way to invoke strong emotions and get people interacting with the video so most hardcore fans/“haters” are going to go straight to the comments to voice their opinions lol. You’re right tho, people should watch the video first and it seems like Niacinamide is one of the TO products that people really love or hate 😂
@Laura did you find a replacement product? Same happened to me after 2 days
@@avivaklein are you sure it's a break out and not a purge? Or maybe just an irritation reaction (in case you applied it twice or more times in a row without training your skin to adjust to it)?
@@avivaklein As they've said above, maybe it's purging as it ocurred only 2 days after. For me it's being a process of months, until I realize it was the Niacinamide that was causing more breakouts. I stopped it 10 days ago and I can already see a difference...Right now I switched to the Hidratating cleanser from Cerave (I have deshidratated skin), and as serums: on the morning I use HA from the ordinary . At night Vitamin C . I have tried to stop including too many products in my face, and it seems it is working. But I assume for every person can be different :)
I guess I can try to slow it down. I’ve been using it twice a day and lathering it on my face. After reading some comments maybe I’m applying to much of the product? When you were putting it on was it looking like soap on your face at first? I’m not doing a ton I know that sounds excessive but I was doing about eight drops on my whole face
I have been using it for more than 6 months and it has made changes to my skin at the age of 50 years, it is getting chewier and tighter, so I continue to use it.
Chewier ?…..😳
@@fractalofathena2178 Is it chewy in English or is there another term? I hope I didn't misinterpret.
You might have meant supple?
@@fractalofathena2178lol
I am using nicinamide frm past 6 months I can tell u it has done amazing to my skin I had lot of acne marks redness but nw almost my skin is clearing I am very happy with this product my skin is sensitive oily and acne prone but I hv nt seen any irritation or other disadvantages
That's great
Which moisturiser you mix it with ?
@@dhurgarajendran7503 I don't mix it with any moisturiser I use nicinamide has a serum and the moisturizer wic u use is frm dermafique cell by cell moisturizer and I use the serum nicinamide only at night
It has been a game changer for my acne.
Hello @@hazellbianca that's a good idea to buy this amazing product use this only in night and I to have a oily sensitive and acne prone skin I had lot of red marks to I started to use a less percentage of this serum like 5% and after 3months I started using this serum with 10% concentration when ur using 10% one please use it very less like I use to put 4 drops of nicinamide on my palm and then would dab it on that area where I had marks
I appreciate what you have to say about the percentage used by the Ordinary and practically every product out there selling Niacinamide at 10%. Skin of colour can not afford products that will irritate it because irritation leads to hyperpigmentation in skin of colour and who needs that? Thank you for explaining ways we can dilute the product which has so many other benefits in the right concentration.
I've been using The ordinary niacinamide for 3 years now and my skin has never looked better. I used to have super oily acne prone skin. Now my skin still gets shiny, but never greasy like before. And I only get the occasional pimple during my period or ovulation. So definitely works for me. Not everyone's skin is the same.
Did the serum minimizes your pores permenantly?
Hey what's about your open pores ... Does it minimise or not ?
I have problematic skin and not many products works for me. But this one was really helpful and definitely I would buy it again. It didn't ruined my skin. That's for sure
Same as me , just this product was really helpful and works for me
I’ve been using this for almost a year now and it has significantly improved the texture of my skin. Along with other Korean and Japanese skin care, the Ordinary niacinamide has been one of my staple skin care products. It has helped a lot with my hyperpigmentation caused by hormonal breakouts. My skin have never been so good, i only use tinted moisturiser and sunscreen now, no need for concealers or foundation!
I just started using it. My skin was horrible. Red rosacea cheeks and nose, hormonal breakouts. My skin colour is coming back faster than expected, almost day by day. If you have any suggestion for japanese/korean products or channels, I would be so grateful since I just started addressing this issue.. and finally feeling hopeful. ❤ ty for sharing!
Can you plz help me with some info, does it works on ance scars, pores and pie(post inflamatory ercheama) 🙏
Use two drops everytime, and put a layer of moisturizer, use it twice a week to see result..
This product works for me, it lessened my oily face. And it minimized my texture face (small bumps) until it's gone.
how long ? please answer 🥺😭😭
How long it takes to see the results and also how u use it?
Sslr guys, it takes 1 and half month. (It depends how hygienic you are and if the your other products you're using are effective too, this product wouldn't work by just itself you need moizturizer, toner, cleanser something like that) Just a little disclaimer: this product may work or not to you but if you guys want to try the decision is yours.
Update: some of my small bumps are gone and the others are not totally gone BUT it got lessen, it wasn't that obvious anymore.
Y'all need to wash your hands before applying skin care products, don't touch your face as long as possible and please wash your face twice a day. I ain't doctor but as a human being that also have insecurities, helping you guys is my pleasure. Our imperfections makes us perfect, beauty is nothing without kindness. Stay safe guys.💕
I wanted this to work for me so bad. But sadly it gives me bad skin reactions and I don’t see a reduction in my breakouts :(
u should have done patch testing first before using it
That’s okay!!!! Not everything works for everyone!!!!! Try inkey list. Their niacinamide has a diff formula that works pretty much for the opposite skin than the ordinary (was told by professionals they recommend the ordinary one to oily types and the inkey one to dry skins). Use little to build resistance. I was told their formula was pretty gentle!!! And remember not to use any products with vit c with niacinamide bc it makes the skin react badly!
Jamie it’s normal to Break out after you begin using it . How long did you used it ? If you really don’t see any improvement after 1 month than it’s not for your skin. You should try krave beauty or the inkey list
@@valentinafangirling oh no ive been using vitamin c tanning serum with it. I won’t anymore
@@hayley8077 !! Yes!!! A lot (wont say all bc i havent tried and read all of them myself) of the ordinary products have a guide to show what you can and can’t mix them with due to the brand having so many raw chemicals. On their official website they have guides for every product too. Is not necessarily the most easy format to read (sadly, at least for me as a person who doesn’t know soo much on skincare) but the products come with papers that do remark what shouldn’t be mixed.
I've always mixed the Ordinary's Hyaluronic Acid with the Niacinamide just because it was easier and they pair well together. I've never had any problem with any form of Niacinamide, but that's good to know. Their AHA chemical peel also gets a bad rap because people don't read the label that it is a high dose, and to only leave it on for a few minutes. So thank you for both sides of this particular item.
Do you use a moisturizer after using hyaluronic + niacinamide serum?
Yes, always. I've changed my my moisturizer from the time I posted the comment, but always use something after.
Wow i should try mixing those two!! I like both a lot and could never decide on which one to use
Good to know it wont lose effectiveness if mixed
That's true. My skin stings when I use it. As recommended, I mix it with thick moisturizer, and it started to show better result. Thank you Dr Inky ❤️👏
You have to becarful when you mix it. They tell you not to mix it with Vitamin C for example, because it can burn.
omg thanks for the idea
This product single handedly changed my skin for the better! It’s a holy grail so byyyyyyeeeeeee
How long did you use the product before you noticed improvement?
@@zamalooo6365 yeah because it could just be her skin purging
@@mayarhussein2481 niacinamide shouldn't cause purging. Also, sometimes what we attribute to purging is really just a regular break out or irritation to a product.
@@zamalooo6365 I noticed results within a week of consistently using it. Ymmv though
@@zamalooo6365I'm using thing one since April, and it took atleast 3 months before I can see any changes.
the ORDINARY products were NOT BAD you just have to choose the RIGHT ONE. As a beginner in skincare community, the Ordinary helps me in the first 6mo. to achieve better results. Now since the skincare industry is growing, there are so many options to choose from, and my number one factor is AFFORDABILITY.
Yes, my skin became itchy, irritable, red and started to break out. The rationale and the explanation is very liberating for me and I can just stop using this product, like I stopped using vitamin C which irritated the shit out of my skin. Thank you!
I used The Ordinary niacinamide day and night, and it cleared out my skin for just a week. I don't see any problem with it in my situation. I hope y'all should also learn that we have different skin types so whatever may suit for me may not be suited for you. Wish u guys find ur perfect skin care product coz luckily I found mine✨
Very well said. Skincare is highly personal. What works wonders for me can be a disaster for another and vice versa.
what is your skin type ?
is it okay to use day and night ? bcs ive watched some videos saying that dont apply it twice a day , use it like thrice a week smthng bcs the niacinamide percent are so high
it's not for everyone's skin type but it definitely helps most people (I know). plus you may experience purging for 2-3 weeks if you've never niacinamide before
i ordered it today and I’ really afraid to use it. I believe it works for some people and that it doesn’t for some and that it depends on the skin type. But what type of skin is it for then? My skin is quite sensitive and I think it’s combination skin and my skin barrier is healing because it was damaged. Should I use it or no? pleasee help!
But I love this product. The Ordinary Niacinamide help my skin A LOT.
It is different for everybody. It works wonders on my skin
Me too
SAME
Pakai cleanser apa ya bagus kalau pakai serum ordinary ini ?
Maybe it is suitable for someone but I've tried using it for a month,and what I got,acned,purging,red all over my face,I stop using it and my skin healthy again
Ya its not suitable for everyone :(
Same
Then why did you tried???😅Seems interesting!!I mean actives are mostly suggested to be used mainly to target problems!!
What's ur skin type ?
Same :( i thought i was the only
at first my skin sting when applying niacinamide, but now no sting at all and my skin really improves using this niacinamide. im using this serum for 2years already ❤️
Thanks for sharing!
When fist time your skin was sting how time after skin normal by using naicinmaide ?
@@sannanesh5500 3weeks only! after that ok already also the purging gone
@@MadzPhEnterprise my i am very werid about stinging on naicinamide the vtamic c suspention also sting my skin i only use 2 days and then i leave it and now i have plan to apply nacinamide but sad for stinging becuse i have very senstive skin ?
@@sannanesh5500 niacinamide is the best for oily skin, not for dry skin and sensitive skin. 😢
He’s a dermatologist and you all are not. He’s just saying reduce the amount.
Trueee!
Yup
yes. he studied for years
I used many of the Ordinary products but this Niacinamide irritated my skin & caused horrible breakouts. Exactly what this video unpacked. I bought a couple of bottles so will try to dilute it.
I agree though. It made me break out so badly. Like huge cystic acne and redness all over my face, even on areas where i dont get acne. I've heard of other people having the same adverse reaction to TO niacinamide. I was super hyped to try it but it's too bad that it doesn't suit my skin :((
I think your allergic to niacinamide why not try vitamin c
Try diluting it, i had redness from using it alone but now i combine it, redness subsided, great product but one just needs to learn how to work with it...
I agree @Gail, the same thing happened to me, even when diluting it. I tried the 5% and it worked wonderfully
@@HansensUniverseT-A how to delute it?
i ordered it today and I’ really afraid to use it. I believe it works for some people and that it doesn’t for some and that it depends on the skin type. But what type of skin is it for then? My skin is quite sensitive and I think it’s combination skin and my skin barrier is healing because it was damaged. Should I use it or no? pleasee help!
I used this for a while but couldn’t get through a bottle as it started to sting my face.
Might have been using to much or too often. I watched something that said start with once a week and see how it goes.
Nice call. Many derms always say its fine to feel tingling on the skin but not stinging
I was using too much when it made my skin sting.
Thanks Doctor ~ No product is perfect for everyone, it's always good to use anything on our face carefully. Good to have the professional advice.
I used the tiam niacinamide before and stop using it once its empty because my skin shows no improvement.Then,I started using moisturiser with niacinamide as active and my acne has reduce tremendously. For those who have breakout,I suggest look for products with niacinamide instead using it as serum etc.There's a lot in the market. Plus,you can reduce steps in your skin care routine furthermore reduce irritation.If you still want to use serum,you can just use other serum to treat your skin concern.
Same here, I was really hyped about it, but I never saw any changes on my face texture or pigmentation. It did make it less oily though. But to me it wasn't worth it. Now, my cleanser has niacinamide and it's helped me a lot but it dries it out a bit.
but it works skin to skin u cant say no to everyone
4 days in using this product at night and moisturizer during the day and omg!! This is literally the only thing that helps my acne, acne scars, and oily skin..
Which brand you are using ?
@@mohammedsharib2917 the ordinary
I m 49 year old female had acne late in my years ..suffered alot since it was new to me.. Ordinary products helped to renew my skin..I recommend these products to all..bless the person who invented
Thank you doc. No wonder, since im using niacinamide 10% i noticed got more acnes than before. And part of my face became drier. Best regard from Indonesia.
Ya its not suitable for everyone :(
Same
I destroyed my body taking roaccutane decades ago. I wish niacinamide had been on offer then to reduce oil. I do need a really low low dose though or else I burn and get dry dry.
I use it and my skin loves it. I apply the hyaluronic acid and then a few drops of niacinamine and seal it with an emollient aka Moisturizer. I am an Asian and yes, Genes play a huge role how your skin is but I feel the more and the earlier you start taking care of your skin, the more you prolong the dullness and aging. Period.
I only use one drop of the serum for my whole face. I think people tend to use too much at once and irritate their skin.
So I don’t know if this is a stupid question, but do you just apply one drop or do you mix it with moisturiser to get it all over your face?
How small is your face?
@@christineaaskov5842 one or two drops are enough to even cover your neck. Drop the product in your palm rub your hands together and pat the product into the skin and then very gently and softly blend it a bit. You should not have a wet-like face after applying it.
Over applying is bad. The skin is not going to absorb the product in the best way possible, it better applying less and adding a little bit than over do it.
@@heyclaire6894 alright thank you!
tf why only one drop lol
Maybe this is on of the reasons my skin broke out so badly
Thanks for introducing the products. After reading all the comment below, I decided to buy one for myself
I have combination skin of normal to oily and I have been using it for almost a year and a half now. To those who wants to try it out, it takes a great deal of patience for you to see a jaw-dropping result.
I am only seeing a drastic change in my facial skin after a year specifically my acne scar. I'm not even applying it everyday otherwise my skin would wage war with me.
Did you purging when you use it for the first 1/2 week?
@@zarithbritney3127 yes. Initially i thought my skin can't take this product, but after a while i noticed a pattern.
Usually, my skin welcomes acne (lots of em especially my cheek area) 2-3 days before my period. However, when i started using it, they arrived earlier - 1 week or so, before my period. All this is happening within half a year.
Now, acne rarely appears when my period is about to start and some of the acne scars diminished (not entirely but to me it is a sign of hope). Hope this answered your question.
inkey list must have paid this man under the table
Dr. Dray and Dr. Sam on RUclips ,both certified board dermatologists, recommend this product. Anything of course in high concentrations, can be irritating to the skin. But even at low concentrations Niacinamide can be Irritable for some people.
Yes i cannot use this caused my skin purge and severe redness and more hyperpigmentation on my face😔
Where does Dr Dray recommend this? She consistently says that high strength (10-20%) niacinamide serums are not necessary and can be irritating. She consistently advocates instead for niacinamide-containing moisturisers (or essences) at a concentration of 2-5%.
@@sambsstt yes she says 10% is not necessary but she says if it works for your skin then she says go ahead and still use it
High % niacinamide made it to Dr. Dray's Top 10 Worst Skin Care Trends of 2020: 10%, 15% and 20% and warned about potential irritation.
Paula's Choice was a special mention. But at the end of the day, it's up to the consumers to buy and use.
@@butterflyperez7925 according to what you said she didn’t recommend it, she just said if it’s not irritate your skin, you can go ahead and continue using it.. but she definitely warns viewers about the side effects
Totally agreed with you doctor, I have used this and experienced tingling effects on my face and it became red and itchy. Now I understood that it’s because of 10% concentration of Niacinamide on it, thanks for explaining it!
I think this product is a hit or miss. A lot of people use this as their holy grail product, but for someone like me who has combination-sensitive skin type, it broke me out. Maybe because the Niacinamide amount is too strong for me, because when I switched to a cream with Niacinamide, it worked so much better, and did lighten my acne marks.
Which cream do you use?
i think the amount you apply is important as well,i think the length from the first line to the fingertip is enough for the whole face or at least problem areas
Thank You, I actually bought the product 2 weeks ago. Upon using the product for about 5 days, my skin was very irritated and I immediately stopped.
Hmm just realized when I bought it for the first time I thought gonna use it daily, but it always got me skin irritation after using it for couple days in a row 🙄 then I decided to use it on only twice a week before I apply my tretinoin. Ulala works good to me so far❤️😄
Im going to give this product a try because of the comments section.
I am asian and have been using this 3years and it’s actually really good.it only kind of tingled for the first few uses but it doesn’t afterwards. My acne is way clearer now only get a few pimples here and there. my face is also less oily so it does depend on the person using it.it could be good for some people but bad for others
I tried this product last summer (2022) and found it irritated my olive combination skin a lot. I definitely found it too strong to the point I thought I had an allergy. I'm in agreement with Dr Ingky on this one.
Good to know!
I used to have forehead acne until I started using The Ordinary's Niacinamide. I once ran out and couldn't use it for a week or so and my acne came back. It must be down to individual skin 😊
I have forehead acne too,, do you recommend the ordinary? Pls let me know
I have terrible forehead acne scars and thanks to niacinamide, it’s Way better now
@@joaquinamarques2676 thank you. Does it sting when you first use it?
@@suzeeabdelrahman6978 I tried the ordinary azelaic acid, been doing amazing job to my skin. And paula’s choice BHA liquid exfoliant but I’m using them on day or night routine
It really helped my acne prone skin.
I still use this product and again I will continue using it.
Oh Niacinamide is the best! I love it! Been using it for 3yrs now...
Many ppl are happy with the product but I had allergic reaction to the Ordinary Nicotinamide 10%.
When I used this last time, my skin becomes oilier & did not help the acne at all..
Maybe it's fake, since Ordinary products tend to be little on legit Markets because it's popular. There are a lot of bogus sellers online.
If you use to much it can cause that. I only use like 2-3 drops and I mix it in my moisturaizer like 2-3 times a week and is perfecttt. I have oily skin and it did wonders
It can also be because your skin is purging like all the stop that’s in the feels of the skinnn
It's literally the only product that stops my oiliness and I have very very oily skin, like an oil spill. Is it possible that the batch you got wasn't authentic?
It might be because you're using the wrong moisturizer
I keep my routine simple, and this along with hyaluronic acid are the only serums I use. I'm 35 and just started to get acne for the first time in my life and it has changed and help my skin so much. I get some cystic acne spots and they feel better when I use this serum. The inkey list serum is also on my routine, it doesn't sting in case you have that issue with the ordinary and is a little less runny.
Do You apply both at the same time? Which one do you apply first? I'm New on this.
I think it just depends on the skin type. I started this product a year ago, and it did have purging. After that period my skin got way better and I even upgraded to the 60ml variant long ago.
how long was the purging?
@@michaellaamoraong7663 2w to 3 may it take a month
I am also one of the asian guys who swear by this Ordinary niacinamide 10% + Zinc. I've been using it for more than a year and it never breaks me out. However, at the very first time of using this high concentration it might feel a bit tingling but not that bad. Eventually my skin looks pretty much better than before.
How u use it?
@@virgogirl5763 Sometimes I use it with my Vit C serum and some days I even use it alone or followed by a moisturizer and then a sunscreen for A.M.
@@VirgoKC okay thankyou :))
Niacinamide is a must have for me. Literally changed my skin for the better.
How long until you noticed results?
Hi what is your routine? I need help in trying to use this
@@Zeiny95 It took me about 5 months. My skin was sooo bad with deep black acne scars and endless hyper pigmentation. Now all my scars have lightened up and I can finally walk around with no make up.
@@ambs995luv I mainly follow this routine here morning and night..ruclips.net/video/HAtTpSvurvI/видео.html
I also use topicals-Faded Serum 3times a week at night instead of the routine mentioned in the above video.
sorry doc, i cant agree this time. this product has brightened my skin and made my pores smaller.my holy grail.
now im on my 3rd bottle TO niacinamide n suitable to my skin .. from breakout to flawless .. 😊
Sounds great!
Same here!
Same!
Same!
when you first tried it to your face do you have breakouts?
It's a holy grail for oily skin. But for dry skin it's harmful if used more than it should be. Saying from my own experience
glad i'm oily skin, planning to buy this, thank u
@@superdaemon yeah it will control sebum production and acne. Try if you want. But research more
I’ve only been using the niacinamide for a week now and I notice a huge difference in my skin, i live in humid climate and it makes me skin less greasy and adds a glow! also i use it with a HA moisturizer and i have no irritation and redness which is surprising because i have dermatitis!! I am not dermatologist but I can say that it has helped my skin so far
after using niacinamide from TO for 3 years, it totally ruined my skin barrier. 10% is so high. this doctor is actually right
I actually had this happen after using the ordinary brand. I had to stop using it and to make things worst it left me scars
This niacinamide really wrecks my skin, way too irritating to my skin. I m Asian, been using 3% without any problems at all. I heart the magic of this serum and went out to buy it only found my skin to itch, to get red, dry and flake horribly. Thank you for spreading the info, which is so needed instead of the craziness over this product. I now ditch it and return to my 3% old niacinamide.
Don't blame the product it works great with everyone else... it is your responsibility to choose whatever you want... atleast you knew your skin does not react good with high conc of niacinamide
I’ve bought this product as my colleague recommended that it has a lot of good reviews. So I used for a couple of days I’ve noticed that instead of healing my pimples It became worst like when I woke up another 2-3 small pimples came out so I decided to stop it. And I really regret using it. So my advice better stick to the product which your skin suited well.
its called purging bruhhh and u have to use for 8 weeks to see the results
As you really study the ingredients of Ordinary Niacinamide with Zinc.. No irritants.. comparing to other products which has Sorbitan Oleate, Fragrance, Alcohol etc...
But whenever you try a product to your skin especially this potent niacinamide(high conc).. try to start it only ONCE for the first week.. then TWICE for the second week and so on and so forth...
Thanks for getting in my recommended after I just bought it 😃
If you read the comments, this video is complete made-up bs lol.
This product breaks me out but i keep convincing myself that it's purging instead of breaking out then keep using it. One day I decide to stop using it for 3 days and bump, my skin is so much better. Then a month later I want to try it again and just for one day, 3 or 4 whiteheads comeback. I think the problem is this product, not niacinamide
I saw no benefit from using it. No changes. Still on the look out for something that keeps my skin clear😪
Salicylic acid 2% as a all over face or spot treatment. also benzoyl peroxide max 5% as a spot treatment, tiny amount is all you need. DONT use everyday as it can cause irritation but maybe twice a week
I think you need a total diet and lifestyle change too if you really wanted a crystal clear skin. That includes changing your bedsheets and pillow cases every 3 days, change bathing towel everyday, eat more fresh and high antioxidants foods, stay hydrated and clean your house everyday as dust and unsanitary home and toilet can make our skin dull and pimple prone.
don’t apply too much, just one drop, i do it on damp skin when just dried my face that is still not fully dry yet.
I broke out when I started using it, and couldn’t figure it out because I thought it was supposed to clear acne. I read reviews of it and connected the dots. Stopped using it and my skin immediately cleared up.
Is this man trying to start a war? 😂 don’t mess with our Niacinamide
Lol...
Omg I thought you guys agreed to avoid it. It indeed really ruined my skin lol. I purchased it because of the hype but I regret using it so much 😭 It was the only change I made in my routine and I got non-stop breakout for 6 months, 6 MONTHS, I gave up and now I’m still recovering.
I just brought mine today now Im afraid to use itttttt
@@unniejihyo3647 I’m sorry to scare you. Maybe it just didn’t work for me. Please do patch test and mix it with moisturizer to dilute it first.
@@niadegushi ty for the advice!❤️
Maybe you're using wrong or using too much , you should start with once a week and work your way up , and always use two drops of the serum between your hands and then apply it , don't pair it with other active ingredients , use a moisturizer after , a sunscreen, and if your skin is breaking use the moisturizer before the serum , the moisturizer in this case protect the skin from direct contact with the irritated skin
@@unniejihyo3647 don't be afraid to use it if you have oily acne prone skin , just do your research before on how to use it then you should be good to go , in general you should always research how to use a product, watch different reviews on RUclips, they really help
I use the Cos De Baja 10% & 1% zinc and I find it FAR better! Close price wise, but the texture is so much better!
Something about the comments on this video that seem fake
I cancelled my order right away after watching this video!! You saved me from regretting! Thanks !
lol i’m here looking for the ordinary niacinamide review but suddenly this appears on top of all the reviews video 😌 but when i read the comments almost 80% says that it’s really work for them and another 10% says that they have sensitive skin and some reaction when use it 😌 and now i’m confusing myself 🙂
Maybe we should start with the 5% first just in case our skin is too sensitive
Well, I've been using it for 4-5 years, and for me it does absolutely nothing. No irritation, but no change in oilyness and acne. I will not buy it anymore 🤷🏻♀️
I agree. It burned off the Top 3 layers of my epidermis...
Lmaoo
I used to use this product and I can say that it works well for me for the first 1-2weeks which is my skin getting less oily and pore seen smaller. During that period I do have new acne but I consider it as purging and continue using it. After like using for 1 bottle and a half, which is most likely 4-5monthe of me using the niacinamide, I decide to stop as my skin become more worst. I discontinued completely and this is when I start to use BFC from nihon and the most well know local brand Kayman and Zarzou.. those work wonder on my skin and it’s getting better. For those who are interested in using niacinamide, I would suggest you to find any skincare with low percentage of niacinamide in it. Now I’m dealing with scars. So wish me luck for a better skin.
I legit put on niacinamide today and woke up to red face after my nap. how did youtube know what i was facing without even saying anything 😳😳😳 sussss
Magic :P
u probably have a fake one. the ordinary niacinamide works wonders. try to check the legitimacy of the product that you have.
It doesn’t suit everyone, like any other products. It really made a positive difference for me.
When I first used it, my cheeks was burning and red. I stopped using it but after a few weeks, I started using again but in the smallest amount. It’s lit soo good
@@spooderman132 i got real one, and got breakout. doesnt matter
He said that if your skin works well with the niacinamide 10% then YOU CAN CONTINUE. He meant that it is better 1-5% only. But I don’t understand the comment section people don’t like how he review this product lol. He even say it in a nice way to prevent people get breakouts, for people to understand more about the product. Not everyone will get the same results. Btw my skin is good with niacinamide 10%. Do patch test first before using it 😊