Thank you Andrea! As a Family physician, I think you are doing an excellent service to the public who are often confused and misled by all the products out there. Keep up the good work!! Thanks!
Just so you know ... you are the only person I trust when it comes to skincare. If I see another youtuber talking about skincare I immediately think “wait a minute ... I don’t think that’s right. I am gonna go see what Dr.Dray has to say about this!” Thanks for the videos Dr.!
Niacinamide is amazing. I switched over from over-hyped products containing fragrance & essential oils to fragrance-free products with mainly ceramides & niacinamide & my skin has never felt better. Thank you so much for your informative content, Dr. Dray!
Nika Shirusu do you know if I can use my acne medication gel which has clindamycin phosphate & tretinoin while I have the ordinary’s niacinamide serum and some niacinamide in my cleanser, sunscreen, and moisturizer. Although, they are small amounts I know they are both active ingredients and if it’s okay....
Doc, I went to a Hado Labo event today (bought tons of product to last me a year) and I mentioned you to them. They were super stoked and grateful an American likes their products, haha!
Dr Dray Haha, that's what happened to me ... Oink, oink ... Lol! And they were so nice that I ended up agreeing to help them review a newly formulated acne spray under their Acnes25 brand. Doh!
I need some help to understand what I'm doing wrong ,1-hydratiing facial cleanser 2- had a labo plumping gel cream( face semi wet) and wait couple of minutes to continue with👉🏽 3- Cerave am spf 30 and as soon I start lightly spreading it everything start peeling off !! 😳
I used niacinamide from the ordinary for some weeks and loved it! My rosacea skin suddenly evened out and it hydrated my skin heavenly! But suddenly it started to itch in such a way, that i had to stop using it. Besides that, it bothered, that it was pilling and it was hard to use other products over it because of that. So i mixed the niacinamide with my moisturizer and my marula oil and patted it on my skin. No itching or stinging anymore! I am aspecialy impressed with the moisturizing effect and it seems to shrink pores also! Absolutely amazing!
"Besides that, it bothered, that it was pilling and it was hard to use other products over it because of that." Just use it at night and not during the day so it doesn't affect makeup, you don't need it 24/7
Best youtube channel ever? I feel like I'm getting a university level education on skincare and dermatology... thank you :) My question is about niacinamide for the body - my son has eczema on his legs/arms and I have chronic dry skin and I would love to find a body moisturizer with this ingredient. Do you have a body lotion/cream you recommend that has niacinamide? I'm loving Cerave PM for my face lotion, I've definitely seen improvement since using that in conjunction with adapalene (improvements in pore size, skin texture, black heads). Thank you!
Donnie Darko this has mineral oil in it. Is this ok? It’s high up in the ingredient list. I have keratosis Pilaris on my arms and legs and was hesitant to use it.
I've been using niacinamide + zinc from TO for about 3 months and cerave PM for about 4 months. I have acne and it's been incredibly good to my skin! The product containing zinc does sting a bit but it's totally worth it.
When I started using CeraVe PM I experienced mild stinging upon application. However after approximately two weeks with consistent use the stinging went away and I have absolutely no side effects. Thank you for sharing your expertise and recommendations. I now wear sunscreen every single day without fail. That is because of you and your videos. 😁
I have sensitive skin, rosacea and acne prone skin, allergic to most skincare product available out there including vitamin C serum, retinoids creams..etc however started using niacinamide from the Ordinary line a few months ago and just love it! My sunspots are lighting up, redness reduced and really helps with the acne. No reaction whatsoever from the first use, absolutely a life changing product!
Inititally I found my sensitive skin brighter after using CeraVe AM and CeraVe PM. I didn't have burning with either product. Sometimes my skin needs more moisturization than I receive with either of these products. My main hesitancy about using CeraVe AM is that it doesn't work well under my makeup.
I use Paula's Choice Niacinamide and l do not get any stinging or burning. I started every 2nd day and am now using every day. Normal skin with Oily T-Zone.
For me personally, niacinamide only burns my skin when it's very dry or when I use it after swimming in chlorine. Otherwise, it's really good and makes my skin feel softer and look more hydrated.
This is the first time I have ever commented on a You Tube video, but you deserve it! I walk around Sephora and Ulta and laugh now. What a bunch of marketing malarkey! My wallet thanks you and my skin thanks you.
I use niacinamide and have never had a problem with any kind of negative skin reaction. However, I suspect my skin is as tough as Rhino hide as many of the actives & products that you have warned about I’ve never had any trouble with.
I've been using moisturizers containing niacinamide for 2 years with no irritation. In the last year, after reading how fab niacinamide performs in the anti-aging realm (I'm 50), I decided to bump up the potency in my nightly serum. Per the usage instructions on Paula's Choice 10% Niacinamide Booster, I added 4 drops to the serum. Welcome to DRYNESS and REDNESS CITY! I reduced frequency of usage with little relief, then stopped altogether for over a month. Then, because I couldn't bear to throw away such an expensive product, I started again. This time, every 3 days and with only 1-2 drops. No more dryness and redness! I'm now back up to the 4 drops added every night and all's well. p.s. I'm a new subscriber and your channel is SOLID GOLD. Thank you! OOXOO
Also, to note, I've found that using L-Ascorbic Acid serum and another product with Niacinamide is a big No-No for me. Within a few minutes, my entire face flushes/mottles and stays that way for several hours. Now, the L-Ascorbic Acid serum is for the morning anti-aging skincare routine and Niacinamide products are used in the evening. No more flushing/mottled-ness (is that a real word?!?)! : )
This channel has been a God-send for me! I've had a lifetime of very dry skin, and more recently my skin has made a dramatic debut as sensitive with contact dermatitis. Thank you for your channel!
After watching your videos, I ordered my first Hada Labo skin care product- the plumping gel cream. I plan on having it take the place of my Vitamin C serum when I finish it, since I now know from your advice that Vitamin C serum isn't that effective. Thank you for giving of your time so selflessly to educate people on proper skin care!
Hello! I have been using niacinamide for more than 6 months and at first it did sting, I have atopic skin and eczema around the eyes...now it doesn't sting except when I have lesions around the eyes otherwise it has greatly improved the condition of my skin! I absolutely love it...
I've been using the Cerave PM twice daily for about a year now. When I first started to use it, I did feel a slight burning but that stopped after about a week or two. It is my fav moisturizer :)
As a niacinimide user also, I think the percentage of the ingredient would contribute to the side effect, when I use higher percentage it does give that stinging, a rash like pimple but if im using the lower percentage, it does work wonderfully..
@@meganhunt4419 it could be because you use it too much (the sign would be that slight foaming effect upon application) or the concentration is too high for your skin condition, i've read somewhere that it works effectively just aorund 4-5% concentration.
Been using for about 2 to 3 months now AM and PM and have started to notice the drying effect. My skin was feeling so dehydrated. I have changed to just once daily. May even further decrease usage to every other day.
You and Dr Davin Lim on TH-cam have similar beliefs. Both think Vitamin B is much more beneficial than Vitamin C and both rate SPF highly as best prevention
When I was on accutane, niacinamide made my skin feel warm and my skin would turn bright red. Been off accutane for 5 months and I don’t react as badly but it still stings a bit.
When I use niacinamide in the Cerave night time moisturizer I feel a cooling like a cool breeze or cold drink not like a peppermint or menthol cooling. I have suffered from rosacea and eczema and other skin problems since I was a teenager. Petrolatum has been an essential ingredient for me. I do often feel I'm leaking water out of my face and chest. Thank you for your channel.
In addition to their Hydrating Cleanser, I also just started using CeraVe PM facial lotion a few days ago - and it is amazing!! No bad reactions at all, not even light tingling. Just feels and looks great. I can tell an improvement already. (For reference: I am almost 38 with dehydrated skin that is pale and can turn red easily - like from touch, heat - and also have a few very fine expression lines. This has calmed my skin and my fine lines aren't as noticeable - hydration, thank you). I used to be really oily with acne and can still breakout if I don't use BHA everyday. As I've gotten older I've gravitated more towards adding hydration, rather than "being oil-free/stripping all my oil lol", which isn't good anyway!)
I started using the mineral mask from Vichy.... and love it, it's main ingredient is niacinamide. Makes my skin so nice afterwards. I had roseacea badly on my cheeks.... now it's almost gone, only have very minor flare ups. It's fabulous.
Dr Dray yes I agree, most of their products I can't use because of the fragrance. I tried their aqua thermal water gel and my whole face started burning within seconds. My skin is to sensitive to it, but the masks seem to be okay and not make my skin react.
I've been using it for over a year in serum form,it stings every time but for about 30 seconds.It's practically eradicated my acne especially hormonal around my jawline. By the way,I could listen to you talk all day Andrea! Love your channel 👍
You’re amazing! We are so fortune to have your expertise right here on TH-cam. As for my use of Niacinimide, I tried it initially and stopped because I feared it was irritating my skin due to some initial burning that went away within twenty seconds or less. Both you and Dr. Sam Bunting are not only skincare professionals, you seem to share a minimalistic approach to skincare-yet still recommend the inclusion of Niacinimide. I have recently added Paula’s Choice 10% Niacinimide booster to my skincare regimen. Within only three uses, I found it no longer stings my skin. I cannot attest to it’s efficacy at this juncture but do plan to maintain its use in my daily skincare routine. Thank you. ❤️
Denise Chavez hi Denise! The times I use cerave PM at night I notice that I wakeup really oily, compared to those times that I don’t. Does that happen to you?
I use Ordinary Niacinamide 10%+ Zinc 1%. Day and night, together with Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2%+ HA. It doesnt burn at all, schrinks pores. It doesnt feel moistrurizing though, it actually feels like drying.
I’ve been listening now for a short while but just in that time I’ve ditched the pricey products, gone with Cerave and La Roche’s toleraine Cleanser and layering of sunscreen... let me tell you my skin has changed overnight! No more inflamed bumps. I never realized just how sensitive my skin was to fragrance! Thanks Dr. D! If I lived in Houston you’d be my dermatologist!
I started using niacinamide about 3 weeks ago, I’ve heard so many great things about it (there are tons of videos on here about it) and even that it compares to the benefits of vitamin c. So when i ran out of my vitamin C i decided to order the niacinamide and i have been enjoying it so much. I use the paulas choice one, and the texture is really nice. It absorbs quickly and feels hydrating. I have dehydrated skin and can be quite sensitive but i never felt any bit of anything uncomfortable from it. . I use a cleansing balm, hydrating cleanser, essences, aha’s, bha’s, hyaluronic acid, retinol, everything alternated of course) and moisturizer so i am pretty in tune with my skins condition and pay attention pretty closely. I am excited to see results in a few more weeks!
YT Armboy so as of an update I love niacinamide and I will always incorporate it somehow in my routine. It does make a a difference! Also, PC has 10% and 20%, the 20% is a better buy in my opinion bc it works much faster and it is tolerated well on my sensitive skin atleast.
I have gotten a stinging from niacinamide cream, the cerave renewing night cream in the small purple tub. I had been using it in conjunction with a salicylic acid wash, adapalene, and a vitamin c serum on a daily basis. I noticed the stinging after a week of this regimen. I had just washed my face with the cerave hydrating cleanser and as soon as I applied the niacinamide cream, I noticed a stinging sensation in some areas, especially on the cheeks, nose, and browbone areas around my eyes even before I put on anything else. It went away after about fifteen minutes and I continued on with the rest of my skin care routine. After a few weeks, I stopped getting that stinging reaction, and my skin looks so much brighter now.
I have used The ordinary niacinamide, Paula's Choice niacinamide, Cerave products with Niacinamide and I have never felt any stinging at all. Great video. Happy Thanksgiving to you.
Kiara, I was debating between The Ordinary and Paulas Choice niacinimide... Would you mind telling me which you preferred- which showed results and what is the difference in them? I'd appreciate it!
@@lethopefloatify8 I have similar results with both to be honest, however MrKongsMom much prefers the Paula's Choice. She is here on youtube and you can probably find her video comparing them. She mentions it often how she preferus PC over The Ordinary.
I have been using Cerave PM and Hydrating Cleanser for approximately a year now and have never experienced a burning sensation or any other issues. Great video.
I use the cera ve pm moisturizer with niacinamide, and I LOVE it. the consistency is super nice and seems to soak into my skin better/ quicker. I only notice very light/ subtle stinging after I have washed my face a bit too aggressively. That stinging is always very temporary and seems to fade within 10 seconds. I notice no stinging when Ive gently washed my face. I have noticed significant brightening, and evening of skin tone!
Thank you for your help. I have been using the cera v pm and no stinging, it instantly absorbs and my skin seems calmer. My skin has been a mess most of my life, lately because I was going the natural route i.e. essential oils and skincare with ingredients that could be irritating. Your information showed me my error and my skin seems happier and so am I. Thank you again for your great channel.
Always the best content and very well explained!! Actually today I'm taking over five products I bought from Sephora to get my money back and I'm buying couple of products you are been talking about, thanks so much for liberating me from my Sephora slavery, I'm bless with good skin I do apply and apply spf daily and might be one of the factors why but I been using to much junk from Sephora. Since I started watching your channel I haven't been visiting this place almost one month and a half....even my husband wants to buy me a ticket to go see you as much money we have saved since we found you!!
Ive been using cerave skin renewing night cream every night for about a year and it has helped my rosacea. No burning from the niacinemide-& I have fair, sensitive skin!
I've used niacinamide for about a month, twice a day. I only noticed some tingling the first several times I used it. I'm using niacinamide from The Ordinary.
I’ve been using a 10% niacinamide serum and have experienced no stinging sensations. This could be due to the serum containing Aloe Vera as one of the top 3 ingredients. I’ve been doing this nightly routine after washing my face and before moisturizer and it has significantly helped my acne. My pores are smaller, but still getting blackheads. I’ve experienced significantly less hyperpigmentation and my face has become more toned (less red splotches and general inflammation)
Yep, that would be me. The stinging was not terrible, but enough that I now add 2 to 3 drops in my moisturizer, Cerve (which you recommend, lol, thanks). Anyway, my skin profile is I am African American female, 50ish, with scarring from previous breakouts. I have had acne most of my life which left terrible Hyperpigmentation. I love niacinamide in my moisturizer and it is helping change my skin and doesn't sting.
I have some stinging from the Niaciniamide from The Ordinary but not Paula’s Choice or Timewise. I continue to use it whether it stings or not. The stinging may last 5 minutes at most. My redness has definitely improved along with my pores. I see a lot of benefit from it and I won’t stop using it. I also have used CeraVe for about 4 years now.
I have SUPER sensitive skin and niacinamide has worked very well for me. Zero stinging or burning. I started using Cerave and it has been so gentle on my face
If you use niacinamide with vitamin c, it cancels each other out basically. Don’t use with vitamin c! Esp since C is so expensive, you’re wasting your money
Yes I am experiencing burning with cerave pm niacinimide. It is not enough to stop. I will push through because I like the way the moisturizer does not break me out. I will let you know if it quits. But a few weeks in and is not subsiding. Thanks for all your help! Love your videos!!!
I am one of those who cannot use niacinamide. It caused burning upon application. Every time I've used it, whether it's in CeraVe PM or Paula's Choice's booster, it's caused an underlying redness on my cheeks. Which I've now discovered is rosacea. I've tried Niacinamide so many different times and every time it burns and causes redness/flushing. On the other hand, I've been trying the Etude House SoonJung 2X barrier cream and that is fantastic. It has completely calmed my skin down and reduce my cheek redness and bumps. I'm loving it!
Hi Shannon--I have mild rosacea and I found that I was able to build up tolerance to Niacinamide, and I believe it has helped my skin. If you're interested, you could try cutting it with a moisturizer (diluting it), but I also get that with reactive skin, you sometimes just need to keep it simple. Also, thanks for the tip on the Etude House cream!
I am an avid watcher of your channel and enjoy all your expertise in skincare. I have oily acne-prone skin and I started using the CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser, AM Sunscreen moisturizer, and PM as well. What I can attest is that my oiliness has in fact subsided a lot since using these products.
Hey all! I use a lot of Niacinamide in my AM and PM products. In the mornings and evenings I use Cerave’s Eye Repair Cream, The Ordinary’s 10% Niacinamide serum, and in the mornings exclusively I use Cerave’s AM Moisturizing SPF that Dr.Dray shows here. I have experienced Niacinamide burning, but only when I use The Ordinary (presumably because it’s at such a high concentration) and only on open/broken skin. I have been using all of these products together for about 3 weeks and haven’t noticed a decrease in the burning sensation, but it only lasts for about 10 seconds and no further irritation is noticed. Thank you Dr.Dray, I love your content so much!!
Niacinamide is amazing!!! The Cera-Ve PM stings my very sensitive skin. I was disappointed in that however, the Procure Rosacare is a GEM Product!!! Not only does Rosacare combat pinkness I have with the green tint, the Niacinamide in it does Not Sting me👏🏻👏🏻❗️ I am so happy with Rosacare and it has made a 70% reduction in my oily skin, faded hyperpigmentation, and lessened break-outs 💃🏼. THANK YOU 🙏❗️❤️❤️. Rosacare is non-greasy, easily absorbed, and the Only niacinamide moisturizer 🧴I can use. Can not say enough great things about Rosacare 💚 thank you Dr. Dray!🙂
Happy Thanksgiving from Canada Dr Dray! I used to follow so many youtube skincare gurus before I found your channel, now your advice is the only one I believe. 😀
I would like to see a video or the use of topical and oral antibiotics in treating acne. The role bacteria plays in acne. Weaning off of antibiotics use, both topical and oral. And what are the long term repercussions and benefits of antibiotic use in treating acne are. Thank you!
Thanks for this video😊 I have started using la roche posay lipikar fluide containing niacinamide for 2 weeks. I experience very mild stinging sensation upon every application, then it disappears. I don't want to stop though, because it makes my skin so plumpy and smooth in the morning. It improves my skin texture so much. Planning on introducing it to my mom, she has severe eczema. Hope it helps.
Firstly thank you for all your informative videos !! I have learnt so much !! I have experienced stinging with niacinamide, including from the cerave moisturizing lotion which I have been using on my face .. I feel that the results have been good otherwise, and wanted to ask, is the stinging a contraindication for use? Ie is it a sign that it is doing damage to my skin?
I experience redness, tingling and mild burning sensation. I think it's just a side effect, but if the stinging sensation is unbearable, I would discontinue using it until you talk to your derm. U can also try Aveno moisturizing lotion. Its really mild and I have no stinging when I apply it :)
My bottle from The Ordinary is about gone. I don’t remember how long I’ve been using it. Do not have any side effects from it. I was using it for the brighting effect which I can’t say I see much of any difference. It has helped with my oily skin.
I have eczema on my hands, and my face is dry and sensitive to fragrance. I’ve been using The Ordinary’s niacinamide serum for almost a year. I’ve never noticed burning, which I would expect on my hands at least when I apply. None of the moisturizers I’ve ever tried worked very well for me until I started using niacinamide. I also have large pores around my nose area, and while I wouldn’t say the serum has “shrunk” them like the claims I’ve heard, they don’t fill up as much with sebum, so they aren’t as noticeable. Niacinamide really is a holy grail for me 🙌
Angel Nisha Kachhap I use The Ordinary’s “natural moisturizing factors + HA” moisturizer, or if my skin’s really dry I use Formula 10.0.6’s Thirst No More moisturizer, and the light fragrance in that doesn’t bother my skin
Thank you for another great video Dr Dray! I've been using CeraVe since I started watching your channel 6m ago or so. So far great! No irritation or stinging. Have a great one!
I've used the ordinary niacinamide and SkinCeuticals metacell renewal (not at the same time of course) and have never had irritation! I am an oilier more durable skin type typically though
I use The Ordinary Niacinamide and it definitely did sting in the beginning - if I take a break from using it and then start again the stinging comes back. From memory it usually goes away after a few days to a week of consistent use.
I use it and have combo skin leaning dry with a few breakouts here and there. My skin isn’t sensitive unless I’m using Retin a or Differin which is most of the time. I use a 20% Niacinimide booster from Paula’s Choice added to whatever cream I’m using at the time. I switch a lot. I haven’t been using it long maybe a month. I use it once a day at night. It definitely cuts oil for sure. I have some redness to my skin and it seems to be helping that already. I’m using it for help with my enlarged pores and rough skin texture. My skin seems a bit smoother with the addition of this so far but not life changing. As far as stinging I was getting a little in the beginning but it was really mild less than what you would get with an aha or bha. It wasn’t lingering or particularly irritating to me. I have pretty tough skin when it comes down to it. I’ll let you know if I see any miracles. I do see improvement and I like I can just put in a drop or two to my favorite cream so it’s not terribly expensive and the packaging keeps it stable. It hasn’t caused break outs or anything either. I’m enjoying it.
Just found this but within a couple minutes I can tell you are a super deep thinker so I saved this and will come back to it when I'm ready to focus on skin care.
@thelovelylife7451 I did find ways to manage skin care pretty well, but I haven’t really been back to this channel in depth except a couple of times I watched a couple of videos 🤷♀️
This was so informative!!! Really fortified my perception of niacinamide in a positive light. For now I need to figure out how to introduce it into my skincare routine in a thoughtful way/without being too aggressive with it.
New to using niacinamide. I notice some redness, no stinging, after using a double cleanse (sunscreen removal, I don't wear makeup) and then applying CeraVe PM. My skin looks great in the morning though. Before using CeraVe PM I used CeraVe light moisturizer with ceramides, no niacinamide, and I didn't experience redness. I have very fair skin and I believe I have flares of PD (not diagnosed) that I manage with minimal products. If the CV PM caused persistent redness I'd discontinue. I'm going to continue using until the PM runs out to see if my skin gets "used" to the niacinamide. Thank you for your educational content!
Because it's strong. More % isn't necessarily better. All you needed to do was dilute it. Start with one drop to the moisturizer you would apply to your face. Once a day, then increase over time. This goes for all actives you are sensitive to. "I've been using moisturizers containing niacinamide for 2 years with no irritation. In the last year, after reading how fab niacinamide performs in the anti-aging realm (I'm 50), I decided to bump up the potency in my nightly serum. Per the usage instructions on Paula's Choice 10% Niacinamide Booster, I added 4 drops to the serum. Welcome to DRYNESS and REDNESS CITY! I reduced frequency of usage with little relief, then stopped altogether for over a month. Then, because I couldn't bear to throw away such an expensive product, I started again. This time, every 3 days and with only 1-2 drops. No more dryness and redness! I'm now back up to the 4 drops added every night and all's well."
I used Cerave niacinamide night renewing cream, it was very hydrating and I loved it when I put it on. But the second day my whole face turned red like lobster and got all itchy. And one of my eyes were swollen. I did not know what caused it that time but I happended to have the dermatologist appt the next day so i went the doctor said it might be the niacinamide. And he prescribed me hydrocortisone cream to reduce the itchiness. I really liked how hydrating this cream is but I cant bear it !!! So i switched to moisturising lotion and put it on my face which does not contain niacinamide. I feel totally ok.
My daughter would LOVE that mug! We are fans of all of the Hayao Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli movies. Also, thank you so much for these videos. I really appreciate your incredibly detailed and informative videos. My father was a physician and always spoke to us (even as little kids) about conditions/medications in this way. One of the things I miss now that he's gone is being able to go to him with my medical concerns.
(Sorry for my english) I started using niacinamide two months ago, it stings on my cheeks and chin where I have a little bit of redness all my life (not rosacea). I continue to use it because during this stinging/burning period it takes down the redness. I have experienced similar burning effect with some anti redness products I have been using in the past. It feels like I'm applying thousands of tiny, redness-eating micro bunnies to my skin :D
Thank you for all you share. I also have uber sensitive oily/combo mature skin (fair skinned-slight rosacea) and I've had AMAZING results using the Manyo Factory Galactomyces Niacin Special Treatment Essence. I add a few drops to my moisturizer in the morning and evening (low cost). And, I am using prescription Tretinoin (lowest dose) and my skin glows. Highly recommend! My skin looks like glass. Love niacinamide!!
Yes I experience slight stinging and redness with the Cerave PM. The stinging subsides within minutes and the redness takes a bit longer to calm. I was using at night and in the morning, but have since switched to Cerave lotion (not cream) in the morning. Once again, yet another information packed video. Thank you and wishing you, your mom, and all your wonderful subscribers a happy Thanksgiving!!
Ok so I’ve been using The Ordinary niacinamide for the last 2 morning and nights. It stings mildly for about 5 minutes upon application but other than that, no issues.
Hi Dr Dray, I started using the Olay serum where the second ingredient was NACINAMID. Used it for a few months directly on freshly washed face. No stinging or burning. Then I moved on to the Freederm Gel (4% niacinamide) you recommended. Directly on freshly washed face, it left the skin feeling tight, dry and stung a bit. I reduced use from once a day to 3 times a week that was better. Now i use it daily but only with unwashed face in the morning.Then moisturise. My skin tolerates it much better.
When i first started using it (the ordinary niacinamide serum), i used it twice a day and it did sting and some redness was there so i reduced my use to once a day only. After around 2 weeks my skin got used to it and now i don't experience any stinging. It is definitely amazing cuz i really did notice a healthy glow in my skin after a month of use and it kind of gave a brightening effect and definItely reduced the oil accumulation in my T-zone. now I'm in my third month and definitely love it, i feel like it is one of those ingredients that help maintain your skin with long term use.
Very informative...i learned so much that I can benefit from niacinamide being 48 and my 15 yr old can use it for acne. I'm wondering if that's why the cera ve hydrating skin cleanser stings a bit and I've never been sensitive to anything in my life. Thank you!!
The Cerave hydrating cleanser stings my skin on occasion, too! It has to be the niacinamide. It’s not all the time, tho - I know to lay off my differin when I have any stinging or reddness bc my skin is becoming compromised. If I work w this balancing act, I find that I have wonderful results.
my dermatologist suggested using ceraV as a moisturizer and i am so pleasantly surprised at the results! I never expected that my skin would look less red, less pigmented and smoother . great product...great video ! thank you
Dr. Dray, I just ADORE you! Thank you so much for all of your hard work, info, and humour! Thank you for helping us become wiser consumers and helping us care for ourselves better. 💖
Sigh, after watching you with your adorable Totoro mug I had to break down and order one for myself! It was the cute lid that got me. I just started using Elf Hello Hydration moisturizer a few weeks ago, which contains niacinamide as well as some peptides as well. It is vegan which is why I chose it ultimately, but it has some good ingredients in it (which is the other reason). I haven't been using it long enough to know if there are any anti aging/pigment/etc. benefits with it, but it moisturizes great and i've seen no irritation with it.
I've been using niacinamide for a year in a moisturizer and I havent had any adverse affects to it. I have skin prone to atopic dermatitis and acne and I will happily keep using it.
Hey Dr. Dray, I’ve seen different sources tout at least 5% niacinamide for the ingredient to be meaningful. Do you have a similar cutoff or is there more of a range? If anyone else know the answer to this, would be helpful! Also, was wondering if an updated video about niacinamide is warranted especially since you’ve tried so many products since this video came out!
I watched a lot of her videos. From what I recall 4 percent had the most studies done on them whereas higher(10/15) isn't usually better. She recommends cosrx rice sleeping mask which has 2 percent. Also she said you don't need a specific niacinamide product, a moisturizer with niacinamide will do fine and from what I've seen most moisturiser have 2 percent niacinamide.
Thank you so very much for all that you do to educate and share your knowledge about skincare. I am so thrilled with your suggestions about using the Cerave PM products for face and body as they have helped me overcome the dryness associated with menopause. I am 55 with very good wrinkle free skin but was frustrated with dryness and couldn't seem to find any moisturizers that wouldn't feel like they evaporated from skin within hours. Cerave PM products (day and night lotion and cream), the gel oil, eye cream have been a godsend. I can now cleanse and remove makeup not only with Pond's Coldd Cream but also with the Cerave Hydrating Cleanser without irritation or dryness. Thank you again! :)
I’ve been using GoW niacinamide 5% for 3 months+, 1 pump once a day, after PC calm serum. Most of the time it stings at least a bit but that passes after about 30 seconds, but I’ve decided I’m going to stop it as my skin is so difficult and I’ve not really noticed any benefits. In the past the only niacinamide containing product that I had tried was LRP Toleriane Nuit- that didn’t sting and I noticed less redness the morning after I wore it. I’m going to try that again plus I’ve got some other moisturisers with niacinamide in to try out. One less step in the routine then too! Thank you for the video 🙂🙏🏻
Awesome lol 👍🏽 Nika Shirusu do you know if I can use my acne medication gel which has clindamycin phosphate & tretinoin while I have the ordinary’s niacinamide serum and some niacinamide in my cleanser, sunscreen, and moisturizer. Although, they are small amounts I know they are both active ingredients and if it’s okay.. I’m trying to get some input from many people before because I tried researching and couldn’t find anything
I use the one with SPF 30. When you first put it on you’ll get a white cast but as it dries it goes away. That’s because it has zinc in it which is great for sun protection. I then apply my make up on top if I’m wearing it that day. I have very sensitive skin and it works very well for me. Its just called Eurcine Daily Protection for sensitive skin SPF 30
I've been using the Cerave AM and PM since I found you last spring. I never had a problem with either of them, UNTIL I started tretinoin about 3 months ago. I do find that the Cerave PM stings a little bit when I first apply it, but it only lasts about 30 seconds then it stops. I don't let it stop me from using it. Here's my current routing for context: Night- If I wore makeup that day, I cleanse with Hada Labo oil, then with Hada Labo foaming wash. Then, Hada labo HA gel, Cerave PM, then tretinoin. Day- Cleanse with Hada Labo foaming wash, Hada Labo HA gel, Nivea (Japanese) sunscreen lotion, Cerave AM, then makeup if I bother with any that day. My skin: normal to dry, no major concerns throughout my life (very lucky), BUT sun damage from all that roasting in the '70's. However, now that it's winter, AND I take Lisinopril, I am VERY DRY and I notice that the Cerave AM seems to insti-dry my face, so I'm considering adding more layers of the Japanese sunscreens to my daytime routine instead of the Cerave. Hope this helps, and CONGRATS ON 41K SUBS!!!!!!! Hugs~Dee.
Niacinamide stings when applied on irritated skin. That's my experience. Now I know how to avoid irritation, and use niacinamide regularly with no issues.
Before I buy my stuff, I always check this channel. If no review, no buy for me. I love this channel!
Same
Same 🤩
same......if it is not Dr.Gray approved, then no thank you.
Me too!
me too..I follow her religiously..True goddess
Thank you Andrea! As a Family physician, I think you are doing an excellent service to the public who are often confused and misled by all the products out there. Keep up the good work!! Thanks!
mdmdwha this!!!
awww thats sweet
YES! She is amazing ❤️
Im a neurologist and I always go to her for anything derm
Just so you know ... you are the only person I trust when it comes to skincare. If I see another youtuber talking about skincare I immediately think
“wait a minute ... I don’t think that’s right. I am gonna go see what Dr.Dray has to say about this!”
Thanks for the videos Dr.!
Thanks for watching!
I agree
Same 😂😂
I do the same.
Same here
I use The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% a few times a week. It goes on smoothly, and I've had no negative reactions to it.
chateau7 do u use facewash?
Do you apply Niacinamide topically after moisturizing?
yeah, I love that serum too!
Jesse Zepeda No, you apply it after cleansing before moisturising
How do you use it? I have sensitive acne prone skin
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Thanks
Niacinamide is amazing. I switched over from over-hyped products containing fragrance & essential oils to fragrance-free products with mainly ceramides & niacinamide & my skin has never felt better. Thank you so much for your informative content, Dr. Dray!
SAME! I’m grateful for finding Dr. Dray & taking a chance on her recommendations. 👍
Nika Shirusu do you know if I can use my acne medication gel which has clindamycin phosphate & tretinoin while I have the ordinary’s niacinamide serum and some niacinamide in my cleanser, sunscreen, and moisturizer. Although, they are small amounts I know they are both active ingredients and if it’s okay....
Please dont ever stop making skincare videos. Your content is intelligent and educational ❤
Doc, I went to a Hado Labo event today (bought tons of product to last me a year) and I mentioned you to them. They were super stoked and grateful an American likes their products, haha!
I am obsessed with their products and would go hog wild at an HL event :)
Dr Dray Haha, that's what happened to me ... Oink, oink ... Lol! And they were so nice that I ended up agreeing to help them review a newly formulated acne spray under their Acnes25 brand. Doh!
Ladies where can I buy this hada labo?
I need some help to understand what I'm doing wrong ,1-hydratiing facial cleanser 2- had a labo plumping gel cream( face semi wet) and wait couple of minutes to continue with👉🏽 3- Cerave am spf 30 and as soon I start lightly spreading it everything start peeling off !! 😳
@@karlabergh.2149 after you but the hada labo put a moisturizer because that will retain the humectant
I used niacinamide from the ordinary for some weeks and loved it! My rosacea skin suddenly evened out and it hydrated my skin heavenly!
But suddenly it started to itch in such a way, that i had to stop using it.
Besides that, it bothered, that it was pilling and it was hard to use other products over it because of that.
So i mixed the niacinamide with my moisturizer and my marula oil and patted it on my skin. No itching or stinging anymore!
I am aspecialy impressed with the moisturizing effect and it seems to shrink pores also! Absolutely amazing!
"Besides that, it bothered, that it was pilling and it was hard to use other products over it because of that." Just use it at night and not during the day so it doesn't affect makeup, you don't need it 24/7
Best youtube channel ever? I feel like I'm getting a university level education on skincare and dermatology... thank you :)
My question is about niacinamide for the body - my son has eczema on his legs/arms and I have chronic dry skin and I would love to find a body moisturizer with this ingredient. Do you have a body lotion/cream you recommend that has niacinamide? I'm loving Cerave PM for my face lotion, I've definitely seen improvement since using that in conjunction with adapalene (improvements in pore size, skin texture, black heads). Thank you!
thanks! the cerave eczema oil has niacinamide (see my moisturizer favorites video from monday)
Also the body balms and lotions from La Roche Posay may have niacinamide and are recommended for dry body skin/eczema.
YES, Lipikar Balm AP+ Intense Repair Moisturizing Cream x La Roche Posay has niacinamide and it's great body moisturizer with shea butter also.
CeraVe SA cream in the light blue and white jar is awesome
Donnie Darko this has mineral oil in it. Is this ok? It’s high up in the ingredient list. I have keratosis Pilaris on my arms and legs and was hesitant to use it.
I literally am watching every single video you have. This to me is what TH-cam is all about.
I've been using niacinamide + zinc from TO for about 3 months and cerave PM for about 4 months. I have acne and it's been incredibly good to my skin! The product containing zinc does sting a bit but it's totally worth it.
Love the evidence based medicine! Thank you.
thanks for watching
When I started using CeraVe PM I experienced mild stinging upon application. However after approximately two weeks with consistent use the stinging went away and I have absolutely no side effects. Thank you for sharing your expertise and recommendations. I now wear sunscreen every single day without fail. That is because of you and your videos. 😁
Thanks! Glad to hear about the daily spf!
I have sensitive skin, rosacea and acne prone skin, allergic to most skincare product available out there including vitamin C serum, retinoids creams..etc
however started using niacinamide from the Ordinary line a few months ago and just love it! My sunspots are lighting up, redness reduced and really helps with the acne. No reaction whatsoever from the first use, absolutely a life changing product!
Karen Ye t%%%&^%7t5yytytty
Thank you for your recommendation. I too have very sensitive skin and react to most things. Will give this a try.
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Thank you so much for sharing your experience!!👍
Thanks I also have rosacea I'm really worry for used it or not
Inititally I found my sensitive skin brighter after using CeraVe AM and CeraVe PM. I didn't have burning with either product. Sometimes my skin needs more moisturization than I receive with either of these products. My main hesitancy about using CeraVe AM is that it doesn't work well under my makeup.
is cerave pm lotion gd for acne prone moderate oily skin?
I use Paula's Choice Niacinamide and l do not get any stinging or burning. I started every 2nd day and am now using every day. Normal skin with Oily T-Zone.
For me personally, niacinamide only burns my skin when it's very dry or when I use it after swimming in chlorine. Otherwise, it's really good and makes my skin feel softer and look more hydrated.
thanks for sharing!
Niacinamide only stings me when my skin barrier is compromised or I've overdone the acids that week. Or my skin is irritated from tazatorene.
thanks for sharing!
Exactly for me too.
Me too
I’ve also noticed stinging sensation and a little itchiness when I use retin A over the moisturiser
Yup same otherwise love it
This is the first time I have ever commented on a You Tube video, but you deserve it! I walk around Sephora and Ulta and laugh now. What a bunch of marketing malarkey! My wallet thanks you and my skin thanks you.
thanks for commenting!
I use niacinamide and have never had a problem with any kind of negative skin reaction. However, I suspect my skin is as tough as Rhino hide as many of the actives & products that you have warned about I’ve never had any trouble with.
I've been using moisturizers containing niacinamide for 2 years with no irritation. In the last year, after reading how fab niacinamide performs in the anti-aging realm (I'm 50), I decided to bump up the potency in my nightly serum. Per the usage instructions on Paula's Choice 10% Niacinamide Booster, I added 4 drops to the serum. Welcome to DRYNESS and REDNESS CITY! I reduced frequency of usage with little relief, then stopped altogether for over a month. Then, because I couldn't bear to throw away such an expensive product, I started again. This time, every 3 days and with only 1-2 drops. No more dryness and redness! I'm now back up to the 4 drops added every night and all's well. p.s. I'm a new subscriber and your channel is SOLID GOLD. Thank you! OOXOO
Also, to note, I've found that using L-Ascorbic Acid serum and another product with Niacinamide is a big No-No for me. Within a few minutes, my entire face flushes/mottles and stays that way for several hours. Now, the L-Ascorbic Acid serum is for the morning anti-aging skincare routine and Niacinamide products are used in the evening. No more flushing/mottled-ness (is that a real word?!?)! : )
Thanks for sharing this and welcome! Happy you are here :)
This channel has been a God-send for me! I've had a lifetime of very dry skin, and more recently my skin has made a dramatic debut as sensitive with contact dermatitis. Thank you for your channel!
So happy to hear my videos are helpful and I hope that things get straightened out for you as far as the contact dermatitis
After watching your videos, I ordered my first Hada Labo skin care product- the plumping gel cream. I plan on having it take the place of my Vitamin C serum when I finish it, since I now know from your advice that Vitamin C serum isn't that effective. Thank you for giving of your time so selflessly to educate people on proper skin care!
Hello! I have been using niacinamide for more than 6 months and at first it did sting, I have atopic skin and eczema around the eyes...now it doesn't sting except when I have lesions around the eyes otherwise it has greatly improved the condition of my skin! I absolutely love it...
I've been using the Cerave PM twice daily for about a year now. When I first started to use it, I did feel a slight burning but that stopped after about a week or two. It is my fav moisturizer :)
that is similar to what was reported in the melasma studies
When you first started using it did you get small white heads that would go away in a day or two
@@justinmoon7058 how was it?
Mr. Santiago I tried it out for a month was still getting small white heads so I stopped using it and they went away.
I love your scientific explanations!!
:)
As a niacinimide user also, I think the percentage of the ingredient would contribute to the side effect, when I use higher percentage it does give that stinging, a rash like pimple but if im using the lower percentage, it does work wonderfully..
agree
Yes niacinamide did sting for me when I used it so i have cut down my usage because it does cause alot of dryness
Same I've just started my 10% nicinamide and zinc and noticing a little redness
Has your skin approved? :) I have dry skin so I don’t know if I could use it or not.
@@meganhunt4419 it could be because you use it too much (the sign would be that slight foaming effect upon application) or the concentration is too high for your skin condition, i've read somewhere that it works effectively just aorund 4-5% concentration.
Been using for about 2 to 3 months now AM and PM and have started to notice the drying effect. My skin was feeling so dehydrated. I have changed to just once daily. May even further decrease usage to every other day.
You and Dr Davin Lim on TH-cam have similar beliefs. Both think Vitamin B is much more beneficial than Vitamin C and both rate SPF highly as best prevention
Not a belief, that's evidence based
Even Dr. Eric Berg said that Vit B3 is a much more powerful vitamin than c and d.
Besides great reviews: Someone who loves Totoro is just adorable!
When I was on accutane, niacinamide made my skin feel warm and my skin would turn bright red. Been off accutane for 5 months and I don’t react as badly but it still stings a bit.
Hi, did continuously using niacinamide help or did you're skin get worse?
I've been using niacinamide products for several weeks now I've had no side effects no stinging no burning! Great video ... thank you !
:)
I use niacinamide all the time. Love what it has done to my skin. My favorite brand is NIA 24.
i want to try their sunscreen
Cool...I use it In Olay products. Niacinamide is the best!
My 40 year old skin loves their sunscreen!
Their facial scrub is amazing too. :)
Dr Dray I love their zink sunscreen. It rubs in just as well as a traditional chemical sunscreen. The only downside is it’s cost, unfortunately.
When I use niacinamide in the Cerave night time moisturizer I feel a cooling like a cool breeze or cold drink not like a peppermint or menthol cooling. I have suffered from rosacea and eczema and other skin problems since I was a teenager. Petrolatum has been an essential ingredient for me. I do often feel I'm leaking water out of my face and chest. Thank you for your channel.
In addition to their Hydrating Cleanser, I also just started using CeraVe PM facial lotion a few days ago - and it is amazing!! No bad reactions at all, not even light tingling. Just feels and looks great. I can tell an improvement already. (For reference: I am almost 38 with dehydrated skin that is pale and can turn red easily - like from touch, heat - and also have a few very fine expression lines. This has calmed my skin and my fine lines aren't as noticeable - hydration, thank you). I used to be really oily with acne and can still breakout if I don't use BHA everyday. As I've gotten older I've gravitated more towards adding hydration, rather than "being oil-free/stripping all my oil lol", which isn't good anyway!)
they are goo
I started using the mineral mask from Vichy.... and love it, it's main ingredient is niacinamide. Makes my skin so nice afterwards. I had roseacea badly on my cheeks.... now it's almost gone, only have very minor flare ups. It's fabulous.
Thanks for sharing! I wish there product skipped fragrance
Dr Dray yes I agree, most of their products I can't use because of the fragrance. I tried their aqua thermal water gel and my whole face started burning within seconds. My skin is to sensitive to it, but the masks seem to be okay and not make my skin react.
I've been using it for over a year in serum form,it stings every time but for about 30 seconds.It's practically eradicated my acne especially hormonal around my jawline. By the way,I could listen to you talk all day Andrea! Love your channel 👍
You’re amazing! We are so fortune to have your expertise right here on TH-cam.
As for my use of Niacinimide, I tried it initially and stopped because I feared it was irritating my skin due to some initial burning that went away within twenty seconds or less. Both you and Dr. Sam Bunting are not only skincare professionals, you seem to share a minimalistic approach to skincare-yet still recommend the inclusion of Niacinimide. I have recently added Paula’s Choice 10% Niacinimide booster to my skincare regimen. Within only three uses, I found it no longer stings my skin. I cannot attest to it’s efficacy at this juncture but do plan to maintain its use in my daily skincare routine. Thank you. ❤️
Thank you so much Ms Tina and thank you for sharing this
I am very oily throughout my whole face and cerave pm works wonderfully on my skin! I just love their products!
Denise Chavez hi Denise! The times I use cerave PM at night I notice that I wakeup really oily, compared to those times that I don’t. Does that happen to you?
I use Ordinary Niacinamide 10%+ Zinc 1%. Day and night, together with Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2%+ HA. It doesnt burn at all, schrinks pores. It doesnt feel moistrurizing though, it actually feels like drying.
trgozde I use the same thing! But I also use the retinoid emulsion 2% at night time and of course moisturizer at the end
You need to moisturise immediately after and it won’t be drying anymore
Great video per usual Dr Dray!🙌🙌
I’ve been listening now for a short while but just in that time I’ve ditched the pricey products, gone with Cerave and La Roche’s toleraine Cleanser and layering of sunscreen... let me tell you my skin has changed overnight! No more inflamed bumps. I never realized just how sensitive my skin was to fragrance! Thanks Dr. D! If I lived in Houston you’d be my dermatologist!
:)
I started using niacinamide about 3 weeks ago, I’ve heard so many great things about it (there are tons of videos on here about it) and even that it compares to the benefits of vitamin c. So when i ran out of my vitamin C i decided to order the niacinamide and i have been enjoying it so much. I use the paulas choice one, and the texture is really nice. It absorbs quickly and feels hydrating. I have dehydrated skin and can be quite sensitive but i never felt any bit of anything uncomfortable from it. . I use a cleansing balm, hydrating cleanser, essences, aha’s, bha’s, hyaluronic acid, retinol, everything alternated of course) and moisturizer so i am pretty in tune with my skins condition and pay attention pretty closely. I am excited to see results in a few more weeks!
Amber Evans what do you use that contains niacinamide? And what kind of skin do you have?
Gonna comment for an update!
YT Armboy sorry I’m just now seeing the notification! I replied to the first comment.
YT Armboy so as of an update I love niacinamide and I will always incorporate it somehow in my routine. It does make a a difference! Also, PC has 10% and 20%, the 20% is a better buy in my opinion bc it works much faster and it is tolerated well on my sensitive skin atleast.
Amber Evans do you feel any stinging or tingling sensation?
I have gotten a stinging from niacinamide cream, the cerave renewing night cream in the small purple tub. I had been using it in conjunction with a salicylic acid wash, adapalene, and a vitamin c serum on a daily basis. I noticed the stinging after a week of this regimen. I had just washed my face with the cerave hydrating cleanser and as soon as I applied the niacinamide cream, I noticed a stinging sensation in some areas, especially on the cheeks, nose, and browbone areas around my eyes even before I put on anything else. It went away after about fifteen minutes and I continued on with the rest of my skin care routine.
After a few weeks, I stopped getting that stinging reaction, and my skin looks so much brighter now.
I have used The ordinary niacinamide, Paula's Choice niacinamide, Cerave products with Niacinamide and I have never felt any stinging at all. Great video. Happy Thanksgiving to you.
Thanks for sharing this! Happy Thanksgiving!
Kiara, I was debating between The Ordinary and Paulas Choice niacinimide... Would you mind telling me which you preferred- which showed results and what is the difference in them? I'd appreciate it!
@@lethopefloatify8 I have similar results with both to be honest, however MrKongsMom much prefers the Paula's Choice. She is here on youtube and you can probably find her video comparing them. She mentions it often how she preferus PC over The Ordinary.
@@KiaraLemmone Thank you so much!
I have been using Cerave PM and Hydrating Cleanser for approximately a year now and have never experienced a burning sensation or any other issues. Great video.
Thanks for sharing
I use the cera ve pm moisturizer with niacinamide, and I LOVE it. the consistency is super nice and seems to soak into my skin better/ quicker. I only notice very light/ subtle stinging after I have washed my face a bit too aggressively. That stinging is always very temporary and seems to fade within 10 seconds. I notice no stinging when Ive gently washed my face. I have noticed significant brightening, and evening of skin tone!
I know your comment is old. But I used that moisturizer the first time today. And it still stings after two hours... My face is super warm now
Thank you for your help. I have been using the cera v pm and no stinging, it instantly absorbs and my skin seems calmer. My skin has been a mess most of my life, lately because I was going the natural route i.e. essential oils and skincare with ingredients that could be irritating. Your information showed me my error and my skin seems happier and so am I. Thank you again for your great channel.
Always the best content and very well explained!! Actually today I'm taking over five products I bought from Sephora to get my money back and I'm buying couple of products you are been talking about, thanks so much for liberating me from my Sephora slavery, I'm bless with good skin I do apply and apply spf daily and might be one of the factors why but I been using to much junk from Sephora. Since I started watching your channel I haven't been visiting this place almost one month and a half....even my husband wants to buy me a ticket to go see you as much money we have saved since we found you!!
Ive been using cerave skin renewing night cream every night for about a year and it has helped my rosacea. No burning from the niacinemide-& I have fair, sensitive skin!
I've used niacinamide for about a month, twice a day. I only noticed some tingling the first several times I used it. I'm using niacinamide from The Ordinary.
I just started using it too! I hope it helps with hyperpigmentation.
I’ve been using a 10% niacinamide serum and have experienced no stinging sensations. This could be due to the serum containing Aloe Vera as one of the top 3 ingredients. I’ve been doing this nightly routine after washing my face and before moisturizer and it has significantly helped my acne. My pores are smaller, but still getting blackheads. I’ve experienced significantly less hyperpigmentation and my face has become more toned (less red splotches and general inflammation)
Are you still using it? Which one?
Yep, that would be me. The stinging was not terrible, but enough that I now add 2 to 3 drops in my moisturizer, Cerve (which you recommend, lol, thanks). Anyway, my skin profile is I am African American female, 50ish, with scarring from previous breakouts. I have had acne most of my life which left terrible Hyperpigmentation. I love niacinamide in my moisturizer and it is helping change my skin and doesn't sting.
Glad to hear!
Thanks for helping I have pigmentation from pregnancy and thanks 4 helpful answer
I really enjoy listening to you speak. You are so well spoken and a natural presenter.
Thank you so much for your sweet comments :)
I have some stinging from the Niaciniamide from The Ordinary but not Paula’s Choice or Timewise. I continue to use it whether it stings or not. The stinging may last 5 minutes at most. My redness has definitely improved along with my pores. I see a lot of benefit from it and I won’t stop using it. I also have used CeraVe for about 4 years now.
Interesting! Maybe brand specific? hard to say for sure
I have SUPER sensitive skin and niacinamide has worked very well for me. Zero stinging or burning. I started using Cerave and it has been so gentle on my face
What should NOT be mixed with niacinamide in the same routine??? I can't find this info anywhere.
Apparently vit c
@@parchementandquills its fine with vit c, thats based on very old studies
its fine with vit c
If you use niacinamide with vitamin c, it cancels each other out basically. Don’t use with vitamin c! Esp since C is so expensive, you’re wasting your money
What about vitamin a?
Yes I am experiencing burning with cerave pm niacinimide. It is not enough to stop. I will push through because I like the way the moisturizer does not break me out. I will let you know if it quits. But a few weeks in and is not subsiding. Thanks for all your help! Love your videos!!!
I am one of those who cannot use niacinamide. It caused burning upon application. Every time I've used it, whether it's in CeraVe PM or Paula's Choice's booster, it's caused an underlying redness on my cheeks. Which I've now discovered is rosacea. I've tried Niacinamide so many different times and every time it burns and causes redness/flushing. On the other hand, I've been trying the Etude House SoonJung 2X barrier cream and that is fantastic. It has completely calmed my skin down and reduce my cheek redness and bumps. I'm loving it!
thanks for sharing and glad to hear that the etude house one is going well!
Love the Etude House moisturizer!!! What a find! I was sick and tired of spending so much for Obagi and swore it was breaking me out anyway!
I have the same reaction to both am and pm Cerave. AM is much worse than PM, but both sting and burn.
Hi Shannon--I have mild rosacea and I found that I was able to build up tolerance to Niacinamide, and I believe it has helped my skin. If you're interested, you could try cutting it with a moisturizer (diluting it), but I also get that with reactive skin, you sometimes just need to keep it simple. Also, thanks for the tip on the Etude House cream!
same for me, it caused huge redness and itchiness on my skin and I had to go see a doctor to get medicated cream to calm my skin down
I am an avid watcher of your channel and enjoy all your expertise in skincare. I have oily acne-prone skin and I started using the CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser, AM Sunscreen moisturizer, and PM as well. What I can attest is that my oiliness has in fact subsided a lot since using these products.
Thank you so much for sharing this Ms Christine and I am really happy to hear that things have improved!
This is an awesome combo! I also recommend adding the ordinary salicylic acid for acne
Hey all!
I use a lot of Niacinamide in my AM and PM products. In the mornings and evenings I use Cerave’s Eye Repair Cream, The Ordinary’s 10% Niacinamide serum, and in the mornings exclusively I use Cerave’s AM Moisturizing SPF that Dr.Dray shows here.
I have experienced Niacinamide burning, but only when I use The Ordinary (presumably because it’s at such a high concentration) and only on open/broken skin. I have been using all of these products together for about 3 weeks and haven’t noticed a decrease in the burning sensation, but it only lasts for about 10 seconds and no further irritation is noticed.
Thank you Dr.Dray, I love your content so much!!
Niacinamide is amazing!!! The Cera-Ve PM stings my very sensitive skin. I was disappointed in that however, the Procure Rosacare is a GEM Product!!! Not only does Rosacare combat pinkness I have with the green tint, the Niacinamide in it does Not Sting me👏🏻👏🏻❗️ I am so happy with Rosacare and it has made a 70% reduction in my oily skin, faded hyperpigmentation, and lessened break-outs 💃🏼. THANK YOU 🙏❗️❤️❤️. Rosacare is non-greasy, easily absorbed, and the Only niacinamide moisturizer 🧴I can use. Can not say enough great things about Rosacare 💚 thank you Dr. Dray!🙂
Covfefe Kim wow I just started using Rosacare and for me it does cause stinging and redness. I will continue to use and see if it persists though
Happy Thanksgiving from Canada Dr Dray! I used to follow so many youtube skincare gurus before I found your channel, now your advice is the only one I believe. 😀
happy (belated) thanksgiving :)
Excellent presentation, Dr, Dray. This was very informative and enjoyable to watch,
I would like to see a video or the use of topical and oral antibiotics in treating acne. The role bacteria plays in acne. Weaning off of antibiotics use, both topical and oral. And what are the long term repercussions and benefits of antibiotic use in treating acne are. Thank you!
i discuss this in my acne Q&A
Dr Dray I cannot find that video, I went through all of your videos. Do you mind linking it?
Thanks for this video😊 I have started using la roche posay lipikar fluide containing niacinamide for 2 weeks. I experience very mild stinging sensation upon every application, then it disappears. I don't want to stop though, because it makes my skin so plumpy and smooth in the morning. It improves my skin texture so much. Planning on introducing it to my mom, she has severe eczema. Hope it helps.
Thank you so much Dr Dray for the no nonsense facts! I love watching all your videos, really saved my hypersensitive skin a lot!
Firstly thank you for all your informative videos !! I have learnt so much !!
I have experienced stinging with niacinamide, including from the cerave moisturizing lotion which I have been using on my face .. I feel that the results have been good otherwise, and wanted to ask, is the stinging a contraindication for use? Ie is it a sign that it is doing damage to my skin?
I experience redness, tingling and mild burning sensation. I think it's just a side effect, but if the stinging sensation is unbearable, I would discontinue using it until you talk to your derm. U can also try Aveno moisturizing lotion. Its really mild and I have no stinging when I apply it :)
My bottle from The Ordinary is about gone. I don’t remember how long I’ve been using it. Do not have any side effects from it. I was using it for the brighting effect which I can’t say I see much of any difference. It has helped with my oily skin.
thanks for sharing!
I wished this worked for me. I have combination skin that is acne prone. Sadly this make me break out in cysts. Having stopped, my skin is now better.
The Ordinary product is fabulous. My doctor keeps saying how much younger I look every time she sees me. Hey I will take that any day.
The Ordinary Niacinamide +Zinc really stings my rosacea and so I am too scared to use it regularly - not sure why I am experiencing this :/
I have eczema on my hands, and my face is dry and sensitive to fragrance. I’ve been using The Ordinary’s niacinamide serum for almost a year. I’ve never noticed burning, which I would expect on my hands at least when I apply. None of the moisturizers I’ve ever tried worked very well for me until I started using niacinamide. I also have large pores around my nose area, and while I wouldn’t say the serum has “shrunk” them like the claims I’ve heard, they don’t fill up as much with sebum, so they aren’t as noticeable. Niacinamide really is a holy grail for me 🙌
Angel Nisha Kachhap I use The Ordinary’s “natural moisturizing factors + HA” moisturizer, or if my skin’s really dry I use Formula 10.0.6’s Thirst No More moisturizer, and the light fragrance in that doesn’t bother my skin
Thank you for another great video Dr Dray! I've been using CeraVe since I started watching your channel 6m ago or so. So far great! No irritation or stinging. Have a great one!
glad to hear Ms LIlian!
I've used the ordinary niacinamide and SkinCeuticals metacell renewal (not at the same time of course) and have never had irritation! I am an oilier more durable skin type typically though
I can't get enough of your videos! You've changed my perspective on skincare. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your mom!!!
Happy Thanksgiving Ms Cynthia :)
I use The Ordinary Niacinamide and it definitely did sting in the beginning - if I take a break from using it and then start again the stinging comes back. From memory it usually goes away after a few days to a week of consistent use.
thanks for sharing this!
I use it and have combo skin leaning dry with a few breakouts here and there. My skin isn’t sensitive unless I’m using Retin a or Differin which is most of the time. I use a 20% Niacinimide booster from Paula’s Choice added to whatever cream I’m using at the time. I switch a lot. I haven’t been using it long maybe a month. I use it once a day at night.
It definitely cuts oil for sure. I have some redness to my skin and it seems to be helping that already. I’m using it for help with my enlarged pores and rough skin texture. My skin seems a bit smoother with the addition of this so far but not life changing. As far as stinging I was getting a little in the beginning but it was really mild less than what you would get with an aha or bha. It wasn’t lingering or particularly irritating to me. I have pretty tough skin when it comes down to it. I’ll let you know if I see any miracles. I do see improvement and I like I can just put in a drop or two to my favorite cream so it’s not terribly expensive and the packaging keeps it stable. It hasn’t caused break outs or anything either. I’m enjoying it.
Thanks for sharing!
do use it even.in the nights when u use differin?
Just found this but within a couple minutes I can tell you are a super deep thinker so I saved this and will come back to it when I'm ready to focus on skin care.
@thelovelylife7451 kind of, I figured out skin care pretty well about a year ago, and I haven’t had any problems
@thelovelylife7451 I did find ways to manage skin care pretty well, but I haven’t really been back to this channel in depth except a couple of times I watched a couple of videos 🤷♀️
This was so informative!!! Really fortified my perception of niacinamide in a positive light. For now I need to figure out how to introduce it into my skincare routine in a thoughtful way/without being too aggressive with it.
New to using niacinamide. I notice some redness, no stinging, after using a double cleanse (sunscreen removal, I don't wear makeup) and then applying CeraVe PM. My skin looks great in the morning though. Before using CeraVe PM I used CeraVe light moisturizer with ceramides, no niacinamide, and I didn't experience redness. I have very fair skin and I believe I have flares of PD (not diagnosed) that I manage with minimal products. If the CV PM caused persistent redness I'd discontinue. I'm going to continue using until the PM runs out to see if my skin gets "used" to the niacinamide. Thank you for your educational content!
Because it's strong. More % isn't necessarily better. All you needed to do was dilute it. Start with one drop to the moisturizer you would apply to your face. Once a day, then increase over time. This goes for all actives you are sensitive to. "I've been using moisturizers containing niacinamide for 2 years with no irritation. In the last year, after reading how fab niacinamide performs in the anti-aging realm (I'm 50), I decided to bump up the potency in my nightly serum. Per the usage instructions on Paula's Choice 10% Niacinamide Booster, I added 4 drops to the serum. Welcome to DRYNESS and REDNESS CITY! I reduced frequency of usage with little relief, then stopped altogether for over a month. Then, because I couldn't bear to throw away such an expensive product, I started again. This time, every 3 days and with only 1-2 drops. No more dryness and redness! I'm now back up to the 4 drops added every night and all's well."
I used Cerave niacinamide night renewing cream, it was very hydrating and I loved it when I put it on. But the second day my whole face turned red like lobster and got all itchy. And one of my eyes were swollen. I did not know what caused it that time but I happended to have the dermatologist appt the next day so i went the doctor said it might be the niacinamide. And he prescribed me hydrocortisone cream to reduce the itchiness. I really liked how hydrating this cream is but I cant bear it !!! So i switched to moisturising lotion and put it on my face which does not contain niacinamide. I feel totally ok.
Furiosa Ning you may be sensitive to niacinamide apparently some people have niacinamide sensitivity.
My daughter would LOVE that mug! We are fans of all of the Hayao Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli movies.
Also, thank you so much for these videos. I really appreciate your incredibly detailed and informative videos. My father was a physician and always spoke to us (even as little kids) about conditions/medications in this way. One of the things I miss now that he's gone is being able to go to him with my medical concerns.
the mug is life!
(Sorry for my english) I started using niacinamide two months ago, it stings on my cheeks and chin where I have a little bit of redness all my life (not rosacea). I continue to use it because during this stinging/burning period it takes down the redness. I have experienced similar burning effect with some anti redness products I have been using in the past. It feels like I'm applying thousands of tiny, redness-eating micro bunnies to my skin :D
The cerave pm is my favorite every day moisturizer for my very dry skin. It isnt sticky and doesn't leave a residue. Works great under make up too
i agree!
Thank you for all you share. I also have uber sensitive oily/combo mature skin (fair skinned-slight rosacea) and I've had AMAZING results using the Manyo Factory Galactomyces Niacin Special Treatment Essence. I add a few drops to my moisturizer in the morning and evening (low cost). And, I am using prescription Tretinoin (lowest dose) and my skin glows. Highly recommend! My skin looks like glass. Love niacinamide!!
Lisa Hilton which moisturizer do you use along with the tretinoin?
Yes I experience slight stinging and redness with the Cerave PM. The stinging subsides within minutes and the redness takes a bit longer to calm. I was using at night and in the morning, but have since switched to Cerave lotion (not cream) in the morning. Once again, yet another information packed video. Thank you and wishing you, your mom, and all your wonderful subscribers a happy Thanksgiving!!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Ok so I’ve been using The Ordinary niacinamide for the last 2 morning and nights. It stings mildly for about 5 minutes upon application but other than that, no issues.
Best to apply it over a light moisturizer to begin with.
Hi Dr Dray, I started using the Olay serum where the second ingredient was NACINAMID. Used it for a few months directly on freshly washed face. No stinging or burning. Then I moved on to the Freederm Gel (4% niacinamide) you recommended. Directly on freshly washed face, it left the skin feeling tight, dry and stung a bit. I reduced use from once a day to 3 times a week that was better. Now i use it daily but only with unwashed face in the morning.Then moisturise. My skin tolerates it much better.
When i first started using it (the ordinary niacinamide serum), i used it twice a day and it did sting and some redness was there so i reduced my use to once a day only. After around 2 weeks my skin got used to it and now i don't experience any stinging. It is definitely amazing cuz i really did notice a healthy glow in my skin after a month of use and it kind of gave a brightening effect and definItely reduced the oil accumulation in my T-zone. now I'm in my third month and definitely love it, i feel like it is one of those ingredients that help maintain your skin with long term use.
Also I love Niacinamide for my teen daughter. I don’t wan’t to over irritate her face and Niacinamide has been GREAT for her.
Very informative...i learned so much that I can benefit from niacinamide being 48 and my 15 yr old can use it for acne. I'm wondering if that's why the cera ve hydrating skin cleanser stings a bit and I've never been sensitive to anything in my life. Thank you!!
thanks Ms Lynn and glad to hear this was helpful :)
The Cerave hydrating cleanser stings my skin on occasion, too! It has to be the niacinamide. It’s not all the time, tho - I know to lay off my differin when I have any stinging or reddness bc my skin is becoming compromised. If I work w this balancing act, I find that I have wonderful results.
my dermatologist suggested using ceraV as a moisturizer and i am so pleasantly surprised at the results! I never expected that my skin would look less red, less pigmented and smoother . great product...great video ! thank you
it is a good one!
Dr. Dray, I just ADORE you! Thank you so much for all of your hard work, info, and humour! Thank you for helping us become wiser consumers and helping us care for ourselves better. 💖
I have been using the Cerave PM lotion for the past week which contains Niacinamide and no burning sensation for me!
Sigh, after watching you with your adorable Totoro mug I had to break down and order one for myself! It was the cute lid that got me.
I just started using Elf Hello Hydration moisturizer a few weeks ago, which contains niacinamide as well as some peptides as well. It is vegan which is why I chose it ultimately, but it has some good ingredients in it (which is the other reason). I haven't been using it long enough to know if there are any anti aging/pigment/etc. benefits with it, but it moisturizes great and i've seen no irritation with it.
I've been using niacinamide for a year in a moisturizer and I havent had any adverse affects to it. I have skin prone to atopic dermatitis and acne and I will happily keep using it.
Hey Dr. Dray, I’ve seen different sources tout at least 5% niacinamide for the ingredient to be meaningful. Do you have a similar cutoff or is there more of a range? If anyone else know the answer to this, would be helpful! Also, was wondering if an updated video about niacinamide is warranted especially since you’ve tried so many products since this video came out!
Annie Hoang I would like to know too and I think an updated niacinamide video is a really good idea!
I watched a lot of her videos. From what I recall 4 percent had the most studies done on them whereas higher(10/15) isn't usually better. She recommends cosrx rice sleeping mask which has 2 percent. Also she said you don't need a specific niacinamide product, a moisturizer with niacinamide will do fine and from what I've seen most moisturiser have 2 percent niacinamide.
Thank you so very much for all that you do to educate and share your knowledge about skincare. I am so thrilled with your suggestions about using the Cerave PM products for face and body as they have helped me overcome the dryness associated with menopause. I am 55 with very good wrinkle free skin but was frustrated with dryness and couldn't seem to find any moisturizers that wouldn't feel like they evaporated from skin within hours. Cerave PM products (day and night lotion and cream), the gel oil, eye cream have been a godsend. I can now cleanse and remove makeup not only with Pond's Coldd Cream but also with the Cerave Hydrating Cleanser without irritation or dryness. Thank you again! :)
Thanks!
I’ve been using GoW niacinamide 5% for 3 months+, 1 pump once a day, after PC calm serum. Most of the time it stings at least a bit but that passes after about 30 seconds, but I’ve decided I’m going to stop it as my skin is so difficult and I’ve not really noticed any benefits. In the past the only niacinamide containing product that I had tried was LRP Toleriane Nuit- that didn’t sting and I noticed less redness the morning after I wore it. I’m going to try that again plus I’ve got some other moisturisers with niacinamide in to try out. One less step in the routine then too! Thank you for the video 🙂🙏🏻
Awesome lol 👍🏽 Nika Shirusu do you know if I can use my acne medication gel which has clindamycin phosphate & tretinoin while I have the ordinary’s niacinamide serum and some niacinamide in my cleanser, sunscreen, and moisturizer. Although, they are small amounts I know they are both active ingredients and if it’s okay.. I’m trying to get some input from many people before because I tried researching and couldn’t find anything
@@milkylatto1738 can i belive . coz i use it for my tret. but now idk whether to stop my TO niacinsmide since im changing to cerave
@@milkylatto1738 why use acne when tret can do the job ?
@@komatsusakura oh I stopped using the ordinary Niacinamide I just continued to use my tret
Love Eucerine Daily Protection for sensitive skin, I’ve used it for years.
I use the one with SPF 30. When you first put it on you’ll get a white cast but as it dries it goes away. That’s because it has zinc in it which is great for sun protection. I then apply my make up on top if I’m wearing it that day. I have very sensitive skin and it works very well for me. Its just called Eurcine Daily Protection for sensitive skin SPF 30
I've been using the Cerave AM and PM since I found you last spring. I never had a problem with either of them, UNTIL I started tretinoin about 3 months ago. I do find that the Cerave PM stings a little bit when I first apply it, but it only lasts about 30 seconds then it stops. I don't let it stop me from using it.
Here's my current routing for context:
Night-
If I wore makeup that day, I cleanse with Hada Labo oil, then with Hada Labo foaming wash. Then, Hada labo HA gel, Cerave PM, then tretinoin.
Day-
Cleanse with Hada Labo foaming wash, Hada Labo HA gel, Nivea (Japanese) sunscreen lotion, Cerave AM, then makeup if I bother with any that day.
My skin: normal to dry, no major concerns throughout my life (very lucky), BUT sun damage from all that roasting in the '70's. However, now that it's winter, AND I take Lisinopril, I am VERY DRY and I notice that the Cerave AM seems to insti-dry my face, so I'm considering adding more layers of the Japanese sunscreens to my daytime routine instead of the Cerave.
Hope this helps, and CONGRATS ON 41K SUBS!!!!!!! Hugs~Dee.
exactly my experience as well.
I was really surprised but I'm keeping up with it.
My experience as well :) - no problem until tretinoin was introduced to my regime (around 3 months ago).
thanks for sharing this Ms Deirdre! Very helpful
Deirdre Rose Dont you wish we had known in the 70's what we know now? We needed Dr Dray!
Niacinamide stings when applied on irritated skin. That's my experience. Now I know how to avoid irritation, and use niacinamide regularly with no issues.