Paula’s Choice 10% Niacinamide BoosterThis booster packs in 10% niacinamide to tackle uneven skin tone. It also helps cinch pores while it’s at it, refining texture. Licorice extract tackles redness, while vitamin C provides another boost of brightness. Add two to three drops of this silky serum to your moisturizer (or dab onto the skin alone) at night and during the day for best results.
What the reviews say: “This has helped strengthen my skin barrier, and I love pairing this with my prescription tretinoin.”
SkinCeuticals Metacell Renewal B3This serum’s formula is crafted with niacinamide to tackle dark spots on the skin, peptides that plump, and hydrating-but-not-greasy glycerin, A cross between a lotion and serum, this product makes the skin look and feel renewed the second you smooth it on. Suitable for all skin types, the moisturizer is also sulfate-, paraben-, fragrance-, and phthalate-free.
What the reviews say: “This has 5% niacinamide, which is very had to find. Feels silky going on and hydrates wonderfully.”