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The effect of 2% niacinamide on facial sebum production

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Publisher:: Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy (Draelos ZD)
Source type:: Journal · study
Last checked:: 2026-11-10
URL:: https://doi.org/10.1080/14764170600717704

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Evidence: In a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of 100 Japanese subjects, a 2% niacinamide moisturiser significantly lowered sebum excretion rate after 2 and 4 weeks; in a separate 30-person Caucasian split-face study it significantly reduced casual sebum level after 6 weeks.