For the past several years, I’ve been reading the ingredient list of every skincare product I use or consider using, searching for my favorite skincare ingredient, the antioxidant niacinamide.
I discovered it a while back in an Olay Regenerist skincare product that really worked well for my skin, and since then, I’ve sought out niacinamide in the skincare products I use. But not all skincare products include it. Imagine my happiness when I discovered that famed skincare brand, Paula’s Choice, a brand that I’ve been using for more than a year, has just launched new Resist 10% Niacinamide Booster!
What is niacinamide, you ask? Niacinamide is also known as Vitamin B3 or nicotinic acid. It’s a helpful ingredient for those with aging skin (me) or acne scars or enlarged pores. Used topically, it increases ceramide and free fatty acids, it strengthens the skin’s barrier and keeps hydration in, and it increase microcirculation – it keeps things moving inside the skins cells. I’m also a big fan because it helps fade dark spots and even skin tone.
Paula’s Choice 10% Niacinamide Booster is a very cool product. It comes in a bottle with a dropper. It’s clear, lightweight and it dries quickly. Also, it’s fragrance-free.
The stuff itself can be worn on its own or mixed with other products. I typically mix a couple of “light as water” drops with a serum or with an anti-aging cream or moisturizer like Paula’s Choice Skin Recovery Replenishing Moisturizer. I mix it right in my hand, and it mixes easily. During the daytime, it should be worn with sunscreen, but I always wear sunscreen. I try to use it twice a day, morning and at bedtime. I’m so happy to be able to add 10% Niacinamide Booster to my skincare routine!
I love the fact that now I don’t have to search for niacinamide in the skincare products I use. I can always add it! This booster is a keeper for me. And it is something that I think you should consider trying if you’re fighting wrinkles and uneven skin tone like me, or trying to make enlarged pores or acne scars less visible, or trying to keep your skin as healthy, hydrated and young-looking for as long as possible.
Paula’s Choice Resist 10% Niacinamide Booster contains 20 ml/0.67 fl. oz. and is priced at $42. I use so little each time, this bottle will last me quite a while. BTW, there’s free shipping on everything (that’s a big plus for me. I hate paying shipping costs.) The Niacinamide Booster is so popular that it was out of stock on the Paula’s Choice website last week, but it should be available again now. Paula’s Choice is a cruelty-free brand.
Refer-A-Friend Program
In honor of their 21th Anniversary, Paula’s Choice is offering a terrific program, Refer-A-Friend, and this is how it works. If you’re a new customer to Paula’s Choice, you will qualify for $10 off your first order of $15 or more by clicking on this link. And once Paula’s Choice ships out your order, I get a $10 credit to use to purchase Paula’s Choice. So it’s a win-win for both of us!
Just click on the link to activate your $10 off. That’s it. Easy peasy! You may decide to try the Resist 10% Niacinamide Booster or any of the other products in Paula’s Choice extensive product lineup. It absolutely amazes me how Paula’s Choice has so many different product lines targeted to different skin issues. Take a look. There definitely is something for everyone.
Sponsored by PRIMP and Paula’s Choice, but all opinions my own
I have been curious about this product since its debut. May order in the future when I use up more of my skin care stock pile.
I completely understand, Laura – I’m in the same boat. But niacinamide really is my jam. I am always searching for it in ingredient lists and now I can just add it to everything, yay!
Ohhhh! This is really good! I have been looking for products that has niacinamide in them too but this is definitely a game changer. And thank you for the heads up on the Refer-A-Friend programme, that’s a damn good deal!
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I’ve been searching for niacinamide ever since I started using Olay Regenerist years ago. It’s such a good ingredient. And yes, the Refer-A-Friend is a great deal if you’re new to Paula’s Choice. She has sooooooo many great products
This sounds like a very effective product, and a perfect anti-aging product to rotate into my skincare routine. I don’t think that I have any products with high concentrations of niacin amide. I definitely need to add this to my must-try list. Thank you for such a thorough review, Allison!
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This stuff is my jam, Helen. Niacinamide is a must-have for me! I think you’d like it too
I so wanted to be accepted to this campaign, as I was dying to try this serum. I’ll have to see about picking it up and giving it a go. 🙂
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I was so happy to get it because niacinamide really is my jam. I’m always searching for it and now I can add it to everything!
Niacinamide is awesome. It’s actually healing the little pits from my December breakout – I thought I was saddled with them for life!
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That’s wonderful and amazing, Renu! I’m glad to hear that niacinamide is really working for your skin!
Paula’s choice pretty much is my line of choice right now.I made the switch not long ago and am very happy with the results.I’m using the Resist toner,1%retinol,moisturizer and the 2% bha liquid. Best line I’ve used. Thanks for the great review,looks like I know what product I’ll be adding to my arsenal.
I’ve had really good results with Paula’s Choice too, Laura. I love that it’s so affordable in addition to being so effective. If I wasn’t testing so many skincare products all the time and if I had to buy my own skincare products, I would be a Paula’s Choice loyalist! I think you’d like the 10% Niacminamide Booster. That ingredient really is my jam. 🙂
I enjoyed reading your skincare post and I think I experienced B Vitamins in small travel jar of Pond’s skin cream (pink jar) and my skin especially my acne/blemishes improved a little!! Great referral deal too!
Ursula
It is a good deal, Ursula. Paula’s Choice makes amazing skincare products for all skin types and for all skin issues, and many of them are very affordably priced. The Refer-A-Friend program makes it even more appealing for new customers
I absolutely love their boosters. Like you, there are certain ingredients I like in my skincare, so it’s awesome to be able to just buy a booster to add to skincare products that don’t already have it!
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Absolutely! I love having control this way
I never paid attention to this ingredient but now I’m interested in it. I like the idea that it helps with pores and aging skin since those two plague me.
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I really believe that niacinamide was the reason that I stayed with Olay Regenerist for so long. I love that I can now add it to whatever skincare products I’m using. Worth looking into certainly!
I’ve been very happy with Paula’s Choice products I tried in the past! I currently use their BHA toner for breakouts 🙂
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I’m amazed at how many blockbuster skincare products Paula’s Choice makes
This sounds wonderful, I love Paula’s Choice.
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I think you’d like this booster too, Cindy!
I definitely want to try this to reduce the look of my large pores. I’m going to need more PC liquid exfoliant soon, so hopefully I can stock up on this then as well.
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I’m always blown away by the depth and breadth of the Paula’s Choice skincare lineup. They answered my prayers by launching this niacinamide booster!
Paula’s Choice is literally the best thing to ever happen to my skin.
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I’m glad you’ve had such great results. Paula’s Choice definitely is a favorite of mine too as well as an amazing resource
If I’m not mistaken, I have this sitting in my vanity of must-trys. I should look because it looks promising
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I’ve had good results with niacinamde over the years, so I was thrilled that now I can use it in everything whether it’s in the ingredient list or not
I’ll have to read up on this ingredient! I have not head much about it.
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Niacinamide is definitely worth getting to know!
I really like their moisturizers! And you know me by now, I am all about ingredients and good skincare before anything.
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I think this niacinamide booster is something you need to know about!
This sounds like I could use it – but will need to try and test for myself. I do use that Recovery Moisturizer in the winter months – right now I’m using my StriVectin. Paula’s Choice offers some really great products.
Renu said that after her bacterial infection she has been able to use niacinamide and that it has healed her scars. I have had no issues adding it to my serums and moisturizers. I think you’d find it’s worth trying, Honey
I’ve loved the Paula’s Choice products I have tried so far! They really make fantastic serums!
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Very true, Babi!
My skin LOVES Niacinamide. This would be awesome to add to a tinted moisturizer or sunscreen on days when you don’t want to layer on the serums, etc.
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I was thrilled when I saw that Paula’s Choice was offering this booster. I absolutely love it. Definitely worth trying, Nidia!
I haven’t heard too much about this ingredient, but it sounds like it works wonders and very similar to retinol which I also love. This is so convenient that you can now add it into other skincare. Great review as always, Allison!
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Thank you, Megan! Yes, it does sound similar to retinol. And yes, I love the control that I have in using it!
I want to try this! Sounds really nice! I love Paula’s Choice. I just re-ordered the cleanser! <3
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Niacinamide has really worked for me for several years. I was so excited when I discovered this new product so I can add it to all my skincare products
I am a big fan of Paula’s Choice!! Need to try this.
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This booster is great!! Worth a try 🙂