How to use Salicylic Acid and Niacinamide
Two popular skincare ingredients that provide great results at targeting common skin concerns are Salicylic acid and Niacinamide - not sure of how to use them? Or what they do? Read on to find out!
Benefits of using Salicylic Acid and Niacinamide
Salicylic acid is a BHA (beta hydroxy acid), an oil soluble chemical exfoliant which can penetrate deep into the skin to remove dead skin cells and excess sebum.
Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 which works to minimize pores and improve uneven skin tone.
Niacinamide benefits
Decreases the visibility of pores
Helps to improve skin texture by regulating oil production
Improves the appearance of hyperpigmentation
Helps prevent premature aging
Salicylic Acid benefits
Reduces whiteheads and blackheads
Improves skin texture
Reduces signs of post-breakout hyperpigmentation
Helps remove excess sebum causing impurities
Can you mix Salicylic Acid and Niacinamide Together?
Yes you can. You can layer them together to provide great results for blemishes and acne skin concerns.
When to use Salicylic Acid and Niacinamide
Salicylic Acid - use in your morning or evening routine, after cleansing and toning and always follow up with SPF.
Niacinamide - use in your morning and evening routine, after cleansing and toning.
Alexa Tip 💡
They can be layered one after the other, for example a salicylic acid toner followed by a niacinamide serum.
How to use Salicylic Acid and Niacinamide
Salicylic Acid - if you are using it in a serum form, a few drops is sufficient to cover the entire face.
Niacinamide - 1 pump or a few drops, depending on what type of product you are using, is enough to cover the whole face.
In summary
Niacinamide plays quite nicely with active ingredients, it is a multi-tasker - calming the skin and preventing breakouts. It’s why it is a great ingredient to pair with Salicylic acid, which is an active acid.
Both are two of my favorite ingredients because they both help some of my main skin concerns.
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