niacinamide

noun

ni·​a·​cin·​amide ˌnī-ə-ˈsi-nə-ˌmīd How to pronounce niacinamide (audio)
: a compound C6H6N2O of the vitamin B complex found especially as a constituent of coenzymes and used similarly to niacin

called also nicotinamide

Examples of niacinamide in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Key ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide offer hydration and help soothe the skin. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2024 Serums and treatments: Consider applying specific serums or treatments like vitamin C serums, hyaluronic acid, or niacinamide, which can target specific skin concerns like fine lines, discoloration, and hyperpigmentation. Alyssa Hui, Health, 29 Feb. 2024 Serums like the Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum or the CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum also have nourishing ingredients such as ceramides, peptides, and niacinamide to boost your skin’s moisture levels and help fortify the skin barrier. Audrey Noble, Vogue, 18 Feb. 2024 If your skin is looking a little dull, these two products will brighten up your complexion à la tranexamic acid, niacinamide, and lotus seed extract (SkinMedica) or L-ascorbic acid and hyaluronic acid (Obagi Medical). Sarah Han, Allure, 28 Nov. 2023 Ideal for all skin types, the Dr. Jart+ mask boasts a soft, flexible material for cooling the skin along with an ampoule filled with collagen, niacinamide and glyerin. Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Mar. 2024 The lotion even contains niacinamide to calm your skin, which is great for people who are prone to redness or irritation. Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2024 Pros: Extremely lightweight; includes niacinamide to calm and soothe skin Cons: While not mandatory, it’s suggested to layer a regular lotion on top for the best results. Mary Honkus, Glamour, 27 Feb. 2024 The illuminating serum still has its skincare ingredients, including niacinamide to even skin tone, shrink pores, boost the skin barrier and brighten, along with centella asiatica to reduce redness and hyaluronic acid to plump and hydrate. Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of niacinamide was in 1942

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“Niacinamide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/niacinamide. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

niacinamide

noun
ni·​a·​cin·​amide ˌnī-ə-ˈsin-ə-ˌmīd How to pronounce niacinamide (audio)
: a compound of the vitamin B complex that is used like niacin

Medical Definition

niacinamide

noun
ni·​a·​cin·​amide ˌnī-ə-ˈsin-ə-ˌmīd How to pronounce niacinamide (audio)
: a bitter crystalline basic amide C6H6N2O that is a member of the vitamin B complex and is formed from and converted to niacin in the living organism, that occurs naturally usually as a constituent of coenzymes, and that is used similarly to niacin

called also nicotinamide

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