Niacinamide (Nicotinamide) Powder Vitamin B3

Niacinamide (Nicotinamide) Powder Vitamin B3 99%

Niacinamide (Nicotinamide) Powder Vitamin B3 is a high purity 99% cosmetic ingredient for creating brighter, smoother and more balanced looking skin. If you're looking to buy niacinamide powder online, this concentrated form of Vitamin B3 gives you the freedom to create serums, moisturisers, emulsions and targeted skincare at the concentration your formulation actually needs.

From enlarged looking pores and uneven tone to excess oil, dryness and visible signs of ageing, this pure niacinamide powder for skincare is a genuine multitasker. Available from 50g to 1kg with free shipping from Everything Keratin, it is a practical choice for DIY skincare makers, professional formulators and beauty brands.

Product benefits

• Brightens and evens skin tone: This niacinamide powder for dark spots helps improve the appearance of dullness, uneven tone and visible discolouration
• Refines the appearance of pores: Helps enlarged looking pores appear less noticeable while promoting smoother, more refined looking texture
• Balances oily skin: Makes an excellent active for formulations designed to manage excess oil and maintain a more balanced looking complexion
• Strengthens the skin barrier: Supports moisture retention to help keep skin feeling hydrated, comfortable and less prone to dryness
• Smooths visible signs of ageing: Supports healthier looking skin while helping soften the appearance of fine lines, roughness and uneven texture
• Calms stressed looking skin: Skin conditioning properties make it useful for formulations targeting visible redness and stressed looking complexions
• 99% concentrated active: This high purity vitamin B3 powder provides formulators with a versatile water soluble ingredient for serums, creams, emulsions and other skincare products

Common uses

This niacinamide powder for cosmetic formulations can be incorporated into brightening serums, facial moisturisers, emulsions, hydrating serums, pore refining products, oily skin formulas, anti ageing skincare, tone focused products and body care.

Its versatility also makes vitamin B3 powder for face serum formulations particularly appealing when you want to combine brightening, hydration, barrier support and pore refining benefits within one product.

Because it is water soluble, niacinamide is particularly convenient for water based formulations and may also be incorporated into suitable finished creams or cosmetic bases.

Why formulators choose this ingredient

Niacinamide has become a skincare favourite for a simple reason: it can address multiple cosmetic concerns without requiring a complicated list of actives.

This 99% niacinamide powder cosmetic grade ingredient gives formulators control over how niacinamide is incorporated and at what concentration. Instead of relying on a premixed serum with a fixed formula, you can build the active into a serum, moisturiser, emulsion or targeted treatment designed around your own skincare goals.

For brands and experienced makers looking for nicotinamide powder for skincare, its combination of water solubility, versatility and broad cosmetic applications makes it a practical ingredient to keep in the formulation cupboard.

Niacinamide can also be paired with complementary cosmetic ingredients such as Panthenol in formulas focused on hydration, conditioning and skin barrier support.

Does this ingredient suit me?

It’s best for:

• Formulators creating brightening and tone focused skincare
• Oily and combination skin formulations
• Products targeting enlarged looking pores
• Skincare for dull and uneven looking complexions
• Formulations targeting the appearance of dark spots
• Hydrating and skin barrier focused products
• Anti ageing formulas targeting fine lines and rough texture
• Professional cosmetic developers and experienced DIY skincare makers
• Brands looking for bulk niacinamide powder for skincare with sizes available up to 1kg
• Anyone wanting a concentrated Vitamin B3 active that can perform several roles within one formulation

Frequently asked questions

What is Niacinamide (Nicotinamide) Powder Vitamin B3?

Niacinamide, also known as Nicotinamide, is a form of Vitamin B3. This product is supplied as a concentrated 99% white crystalline powder intended for cosmetic and personal care formulations.

Is niacinamide the same as nicotinamide?

Yes. Niacinamide and nicotinamide are two names for the same form of Vitamin B3 used extensively in cosmetic formulations. It should not be confused with niacin, another form of Vitamin B3.

What does niacinamide do for the skin?

Niacinamide is a multitasking cosmetic active commonly used to improve the appearance of uneven tone, dullness, enlarged pores, excess oil, rough texture, dryness and visible signs of ageing. It also supports skin barrier function and moisture retention.

Is it suitable for oily skin?

Yes. Niacinamide is particularly popular in products formulated for oily and combination skin because it can support a more balanced looking complexion while addressing the appearance of pores and uneven texture.

Can it be used in brightening products?

Yes. Niacinamide powder for skin brightening can be incorporated into appropriately formulated serums, creams and emulsions targeting dullness, uneven looking tone and visible dark spots.

Can I use it for dry skin?

Yes. Niacinamide supports skin barrier function and moisture retention, making it equally useful in hydrating formulations for dry and dehydrated looking skin.

Is Niacinamide Powder water soluble?

Yes. This water soluble niacinamide powder is freely soluble in water and is also compatible with ethanol and glycerine, making it particularly useful in water based cosmetic formulations.

Can I mix the powder directly into skincare?

It can be incorporated into an appropriate finished cream or cosmetic base or added during the water phase when creating a formulation. Accurate measurement and appropriate formulation practices are important when working with concentrated powder.

What concentration should I use?

The supplied recommended cosmetic use range is approximately 2% to 5%, depending on the formulation and intended application.

What pH is best for niacinamide?

A finished formulation around pH 5 to 6 is recommended for optimal cosmetic formulation stability. Maintaining an appropriate pH also helps minimise the conversion of niacinamide into nicotinic acid, which can contribute to skin flushing and irritation.

Can niacinamide be used every day?

Niacinamide is commonly included in daily skincare products. When using raw powder, it should first be incorporated into a properly formulated cosmetic product at an appropriate concentration rather than applied directly as concentrated powder.

How to use

Add Niacinamide (Nicotinamide) Powder Vitamin B3 to the water phase of a cosmetic formulation or incorporate it into a suitable finished cream or base cream.

The recommended cosmetic use range is approximately 2% to 5%, with the finished formulation ideally maintained around pH 5 to 6.

As a concentrated raw cosmetic ingredient, the powder should be accurately weighed rather than estimated using scoops or pea sized amounts.

For cosmetic application only. Not for internal use.

Professional tip

The real advantage of 99% Niacinamide Powder is control. Decide the desired concentration of your finished product first, weigh the ingredient accurately and dissolve it thoroughly into the appropriate water phase.

For example, a 5% formula contains 5g of niacinamide per 100g of finished product. Always calculate concentration against the total finished formulation rather than estimating the amount of powder.

For commercial formulations, assess pH, ingredient compatibility and finished product stability before production.

Specifications

• Product name: Niacinamide (Nicotinamide) Powder Vitamin B3
• Alternative names: Niacinamide, Nicotinamide, Vitamin B3
• CAS number: 98-92-0
• Product type: Raw cosmetic active ingredient
• Purity: 99%
• Appearance: White crystalline powder
• Odour: Odourless or nearly odourless
• Solubility: Water soluble, compatible with ethanol and glycerine
• Recommended use level: 2% to 5% depending on the formulation
• Recommended finished pH: Approximately 5 to 6
• Suggested applications: Serums, emulsions, creams, moisturisers, brightening products, pore refining formulas, oily skin products, anti ageing skincare and body care
• Ingredients: Includes Niacinamide (Nicotinamide) Vitamin B3 Powder 99%
• Available sizes: 50g, 100g, 250g, 500g and 1kg
• Country of manufacture: Mainland China
• Use: Cosmetic application only, not for internal use
• Storage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture
• Where to buy: Instantly available for online delivery with free shipping at Everything Keratin

• Shipping cost: Free shipping and no minimum spend
• Delivery time: 3 to 7 days if shipped within Australia. Up to 2 weeks for international
• Shipping destinations: NZ, USA, CAN, UK and all other major hubs
• Handling time: 2 to 3 business days 
• Hours of operation: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm AEST

FAQ

Do you offer free shipping on all products? 

Yep! We offer free standard shipping on all domestic and international orders. No hidden fees, no nasty surprises at checkout. Excellent for time-poor customers.

What is the return policy?

We have a 30 day return policy. To request a return, please contact us within 5 days of receiving your order by emailing info@everythingkeratin.com.

Do you ship to Po Box addresses?

For secure delivery, our courier requires a recipient to be present at the delivery address to sign for the package. Deliveries cannot be made to unattended addresses where it's a PO Box address.

What’s the 60 day money back guarantee?

Get the item you ordered or your money back within 60 days. We understand that unexpected shipping delays, customs processing, faulty items and other transit-related issues can occasionally occur and may be outside of your control.