Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) Face Serum with Hyaluronic Acid Information Page

Brightening & Hydrating Water-Based Serum with 6% Niacinamide & Hyaluronic Acid

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & QUICK REFERENCE

The Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) Face Serum with Hyaluronic Acid is an oil-free, fragrance-free, water-based facial elixir formulated to visibly brighten dark spots, refine enlarged pores, calm redness, and deliver intense plumping hydration. Combining a clinical-strength 6% Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) dose with a deeply hydrating 1.5% Hyaluronic Acid solution and vegetable glycerin, this fast-absorbing fluid absorbs effortlessly without stickiness or greasy residue.

Quick Reference Overview Table
Feature Specification Details
Product Type Water-based, oil-free brightening & hydrating facial serum
Active Concentration 6% Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) + 1.5% Hyaluronic Acid Solution + Vegetable Glycerin
Country of Origin South Africa
Formulation Standards 100% Fragrance-Free, Alcohol-Free (no drying ethanol), Non-Comedogenic, Oil-Free
Comedogenic Rating 0 (Will not clog pores; safe for oily, acne-prone, and reactive skin)
Texture & Appearance Clear, colourless fluid; light, smooth, non-sticky, fast-absorbing
Solubility 100% Water-Soluble; fully miscible with hydrosols, aloe liquids, and glycerin extracts
Target Skin Concerns Dark spots, age spots, sun spots, post-blemish marks, enlarged pores, T-zone oiliness, redness, dullness, fine lines
Application Areas Face, neck, orbital bone / undereye area, chest / décolletage, hands, and forearms
Optimal Timing Daily (Morning and/or Evening) on clean, damp skin
Pregnancy Safety Safe for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding on intact skin
Shelf Life & Storage 12 months after opening; store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat and light

IDENTIFICATION & FULL INGREDIENT SPECS

  • INCI Name: Aqua (Water), Niacinamide, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol
  • CAS Numbers:
    • Aqua (Water): 7732-18-5
    • Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): 98-92-0
    • Glycerin: 56-81-5
    • Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid): 9067-32-7
    • Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate: 160391-93-5
    • Benzyl Alcohol (Preservative System): 100-51-6
    • Dehydroacetic Acid (Preservative System): 520-45-6
  • Preservative System: Alcohol-free formula preserved with eco-certified Benzyl Alcohol and Dehydroacetic Acid (completely free of drying ethanol, ethyl alcohol, or Alcohol Denat.).
  • Fragrance Status: 100% Fragrance-Free and unperfumed for maximum tolerance on sensitive and reactive skin barriers.
  • Country of Origin: South Africa

SOLUBILITY & FORMULATION BEHAVIOR

  • Water-Soluble Elixir: Fully soluble in water and all water-based cosmetic bases (hydrosols, floral waters, aloe vera liquids). Highly miscible with vegetable glycerin and hydroglycerin botanical extracts.
  • Oil-Free Layering Rule: Because this serum is water-based, it cannot be mixed directly into pure carrier oils, butters, or balms for long-term bottle storage. Instead, it must be applied first onto clean, damp skin as a water layer, allowed to absorb, and then sealed with your chosen oil or cream.

THE SCIENCE OF THE ACTIVE INGREDIENTS

1. 6% Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
  • Tone & Dark Spot Brightening: Helps fade the appearance of stubborn dark marks, age spots, sunspots, and post-blemish discoloration for a uniform, radiant complexion over time.
  • Pore Refining & Sebum Control: Helps balance excess T-zone oiliness and refines the look of enlarged, stretched pores.
  • Barrier & Redness Support: Supports a resilient skin barrier while calming surface redness, flushing, and cosmetic irritation.
2. 1.5% Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate)
  • Deep Moisture Retention: Attracts and binds water molecules into the outer layers of the epidermis, plumping fine lines and restoring bounce to dehydrated skin.
  • Frictionless Glide: Gives the serum an ultra-smooth, silky feel that glides effortlessly over fragile facial and undereye skin.
3. Vegetable Glycerin & Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
  • Humectant Moisture Lock: Vegetable glycerin draws ambient moisture deep into skin tissue to keep it comfortable and soft throughout the day.
  • PEG-Free Dispersion: Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate is a gentle, plant-derived helper that ensures smooth, even ingredient dispersion without relying on synthetic PEGs.

TARGET SKIN CONCERNS & SUITABILITY

  • Skin Types: Suitable for ALL skin types—normal, dry, combination, oily, mature, sensitive, and reactive skin barriers. Ideal for teens and adults alike.
  • Key Targets:
    • Hyperpigmentation: Age spots, dark marks, sunspots, and uneven tone on face, neck, chest, and hands.
    • Pore & Oil Management: Enlarged pores, T-zone shine, and post-acne dark marks.
    • Dehydration & Aging: Dull, "tired" skin, dehydration fine lines, and compromised skin barrier texture.
    • Orbital Care: Undereye dryness and dark circles around the orbital bone.

HOW TO USE & LAYERING PROTOCOL

Frequency & Application Steps
  1. Introduction: Start once daily (morning or evening). After 1–2 weeks of good skin tolerance, increase to twice daily.
  2. Cleansing: Cleanse face with a gentle cleanser.
  3. Dampening: Lightly mist face, neck, chest, or hands with water or a botanical hydrosol (rose, neroli, rooibos, or chamomile).
  4. Dosing: Dispense 2–4 drops of serum and press onto slightly damp skin. For the eye area, dab a tiny amount gently around the orbital bone (avoiding direct contact with lash line and eyes).
  5. Absorption Pause: Allow 1 to 2 minutes (up to 5 minutes) for the serum to fully absorb.
  6. The "Lock-In" Seal: Follow with your favorite moisturizer, cream, face butter, or carrier oil to trap the hydration inside.
  7. Daytime SPF: Always apply broad-spectrum sunscreen over treated areas during the day to protect newly brightened skin and prevent new sunspots.

TRUE-TO-SOURCE DAILY FACE RITUALS

1. Hydrosol + Vitamin B3 Hydration Ritual
  • Step 1: Cleanse skin and mist face, neck, or chest lightly with your chosen hydrosol.
  • Step 2: Apply 2–4 drops of Vitamin B3 Serum onto slightly damp skin.
  • Step 3: Pause for 1–2 minutes to let hydration absorb.
  • Step 4: Seal with a cream, lotion, or carrier oil.
2. Quick 1-Step Palm Blend
  • Step 1: Cleanse skin and leave slightly moist.
  • Step 2: In the palm of your hand, fresh-mix 2–3 drops of Vitamin B3 Serum, 3–5 sprays of hydrosol, and a pea-sized amount of your daily cream/lotion.
  • Step 3: Apply immediately to face, neck, or hands. (Note: Fresh-mix single uses only; do not pour serum into full jars or bottles).
3. Serum + Carrier Oil Finishing Ritual (For Dry & Mature Skin)
  • Step 1: Apply 2–4 drops of Vitamin B3 Serum to clean, damp skin.
  • Step 2: Allow 1–2 minutes for the water phase to absorb.
  • Step 3: Press 2–3 drops of your chosen plant carrier oil (such as Rosehip, Marula, Jojoba, or Argan) over the top to seal in water hydration and nourish the lipid barrier.
4. Deep Hydration Under Face Butter or Balm
  • Step 1: Apply serum first as the water-hydration step.
  • Step 2: Follow with a small amount of face butter or balm to create a protective barrier seal.

SAFETY & CAUTIONS

  • Patch Test First: Always perform a skin patch test on a small area 24–48 hours before full facial application.
  • Eye Safety: Avoid direct contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with clean water.
  • Intact Skin Only: Apply only to intact skin. Do not apply on open wounds, fresh surgical scars, burns, chickenpox lesions, or broken skin.
  • Cosmetic Care Only: This product is intended for cosmetic concerns (dark marks, dryness, visible pores, uneven tone) and is not a medical treatment for skin diseases.
  • Storage: Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct heat and sunlight. Use within 12 months after opening.