The Ordinary 100% Niacinamide Powder

This ultra-fine 100% Niacinamide Powder promotes a brighter, more radiant complexion by smoothing textural irregularities, mattifying the skin and minimizing oils. As a powder that is comprised of 100% niacinamide (commonly known as vitamin B3), it’s designed to be mixed with other water-based serums, creams or moisturizers in your skincare routine allowing you to create a custom niacinamide treatment.

Mixing Guide: In its truest form, Niacinamide is readily water-soluble and dissolves in water-based products, such as serums and creams, with ease. The Ordinary’s 100% Niacinamide Powder can be mixed into any non-conflicting, water-based treatment, provided that the pH of the base is between 5.0 and 7.0. When it comes to the choice of a water-based base to mix with this formula, there are several options available within The Ordinary brand. These include the following:

• Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
• Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA
• “Buffet” + Copper Peptides 1%
• Matrixyl 10% + HA
• Argireline Solution 10%

To give an example of how to mix the product, if 1/4 scoop of the powder consists approximately of 0.05g Niacinamide, when mixed with 4 drops of the selected base, the resulting mixture is estimated to yield a 10-15% concentration of Niacinamide.

Directions

• Mix a quarter scoop of the spoon provided with a water-based treatment in the palm of your hand. 
• Apply to the face in the morning and/or evening. 
• Avoid contact with eyes, if contact occurs rinse thoroughly with water. 
• Wash hands after handling. Do not mix with formulations with a pH of 5 or lower.
• If irritation occurs, rinse off, cease use, and consult a physician.
• Use only as directed on unbroken skin. 
• Patch testing prior to use is advised. 
• Keep out of reach of children.

Patch tests are an easy way to help predict if you will have a negative initial reaction to a new product. It is recommended to perform a patch test before incorporating a new product into your routine. We have outlined a general method for conducting your own patch test based on the type of product.