J Cosmet Laser Ther June 2006 PMID 16766489

The effect of 2% niacinamide on facial sebum production.

Zoe Diana Draelos, Akira Matsubara, Kenneth Smiles

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Discussions highlight the effectiveness of 2% niacinamide in reducing sebum production, with mentions of its ability to target oily skin and acne, such as a post saying it 'lowers sebum excretion rates' and another noting it 'helps regulate oil production.' The tone reflects a balance between scientific interest and practical skincare applications, demonstrating a genuine engagement with the research’s potential impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the findings that 2% niacinamide can reduce sebum production and improve skin conditions, showing general agreement.

InterestModerate interest

Participants express moderate interest by exploring how the research relates to skin issues like acne and oily skin, though some show curiosity about its broader implications.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several posts reference specific studies, mechanisms, and potential results, indicating a reasonable level of engagement with the research details.

ImpactModerate impact

The group seems to recognize the importance of the findings in skincare, suggesting it could influence or improve current treatments for oily and acne-prone skin.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigates how 2% niacinamide affects sebum production in different ethnic groups, focusing on its effects on facial shine and acne.
  • Clinical trials in Japan and the USA showed that Japanese participants using niacinamide had significantly lower sebum excretion rates after four weeks, while Caucasian participants saw reduced casual sebum levels after six weeks but not in sebum excretion rates.
  • Overall, niacinamide has potential benefits for managing sebum production, with varying effectiveness based on ethnicity.

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花房火月 肌のコンプレックスで悩む人をゼロに
@hizukihanafusa1 · X

大変失礼しました

Aug 13, 2023 · 13 likes · 2 shares · 63,470 followers View post →
Nuala Woulfe
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Topical 2% niacinamide may be effective in lowering sebum production in skin.Niacinamide helps resolve acne by reducing inflammation & inhibiting oil and sebum production. #acne #niacinamide #skin Source: PubMed https://t.co/NmCQumkw3x

Jul 17, 2024 · 1 like · 1,790 followers View post →
ゆうく|美容研究員
@yk_cocolibrary · X

■参考文献 ・Nicotinamide increases biosynthesis of ceramides as well as other stratum corneum lipids to improve the epidermal permeability barrier, O. Tanno et al. ・The effect of 2% niacinamide on facial sebum production, Zoe Diana Draelos et al.

Jun 3, 2024 · 1 like · 1,391 followers View post →
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RT @hizukihanafusa1: 大変失礼しました

Aug 13, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,220 followers View post →
SKNLOGIC
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Niacinamide helps regulate oil production. This study found that just 2% can lower sebum production as well as the rate of sebum excretion. https://t.co/8qzpZyNnOJ Niacinamide targets the root cause of oily skin by reducing sebum production. Read more: https://t.co/7tF1W7yEVo https://t.co/6mLjLwlgzE

Apr 28, 2021 · 410 followers View post →
戸塚琉唯
@discipline_NL · X

参考にした研究はこちら: https://t.co/AXQ57NhKXO 天然のスクワレン(スクワランの元になる成分)には、 肌の酸化ストレスを防ぐ力があるとされています。 抗酸化作用・保湿・低刺激、全部バランス良い優秀オイル。

May 12, 2025 · 2 followers View post →

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戸塚琉唯
@discipline_NL · X

参考にした研究はこちら: https://t.co/AXQ57NhKXO 天然のスクワレン(スクワランの元になる成分)には、 肌の酸化ストレスを防ぐ力があるとされています。 抗酸化作用・保湿・低刺激、全部バランス良い優秀オイル。

May 12, 2025 · 2 followers View post →
Nuala Woulfe
@Nuala_Woulfe · X

Topical 2% niacinamide may be effective in lowering sebum production in skin.Niacinamide helps resolve acne by reducing inflammation & inhibiting oil and sebum production. #acne #niacinamide #skin Source: PubMed https://t.co/NmCQumkw3x

Jul 17, 2024 · 1 like · 1,790 followers View post →
ゆうく|美容研究員
@yk_cocolibrary · X

■参考文献 ・Nicotinamide increases biosynthesis of ceramides as well as other stratum corneum lipids to improve the epidermal permeability barrier, O. Tanno et al. ・The effect of 2% niacinamide on facial sebum production, Zoe Diana Draelos et al.

Jun 3, 2024 · 1 like · 1,391 followers View post →
ぴよ
@wshydngyxngf_ · X

RT @hizukihanafusa1: 大変失礼しました

Aug 13, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,220 followers View post →
花房火月 肌のコンプレックスで悩む人をゼロに
@hizukihanafusa1 · X

大変失礼しました

Aug 13, 2023 · 13 likes · 2 shares · 63,470 followers View post →
SKNLOGIC
@SKNLOGIC · X

Niacinamide helps regulate oil production. This study found that just 2% can lower sebum production as well as the rate of sebum excretion. https://t.co/8qzpZyNnOJ Niacinamide targets the root cause of oily skin by reducing sebum production. Read more: https://t.co/7tF1W7yEVo https://t.co/6mLjLwlgzE

Apr 28, 2021 · 410 followers View post →