This is a guide to help those who:
Im making this thread because no one seems to be talking about one of the easiest softmaxes of all time, niacinamide + centella asiatica.
"Just use accutane you subhuman!!!"
Using isotretinoin for the skin types I previously mentioned is NOT a smart move, but why?
Isotretinoin is a harsh compound, that would:
That being said, let's talk about the duo, specifically the sinergy between these two.
Niacinamide 5%-10%
Niacinamide is a water-soluble active ingredient, derived from vitamin B3. It is stable, safe, and suitable for all skin types, including sensitive or acne-prone skin.
How it works
Centella asiatica
Centella asiatica is a herbaceous plant native to Asia. In skincare products, the standardized extract is used often in concentrations of 0.5–5% in creams and serums. It is a soothing, repairing, and anti-inflammatory ingredient, ideal for sensitive, red, or damaged skin.
How it works
Let's talk about the sinergy between these two
Niacinamide attacks the core issues (inflammation, pores, tone), while Centella protects and heals to minimize any initial irritation from Niacinamide, leading to faster barrier recovery and sustained calmness. Users often see 40–70% reduction in redness/capillaries in 4–12 weeks, with smoother texture and more even tone, without the risks of stronger actives like retinoids. This combo is especially effective for incipient rosacea or post-acne inflammation, making it a top softmax for subtle but noticeable improvements.
Real footage of niacinamide and centella
Tips & Warnings
Tips are pretty obvious: eat healthy, workout, drink a lot, rep me.
Warnings, on the other hand, are quite the opposite:
High % niacinamide (10%) can cause initial temporary redness ( start with 5%)
Pure centella can feel sticky
SPF 50+ is MANDATORY every day (BOTH make skin more photosensitive).
Please appreciate the effort I put into this thread. I know it took a lot but I made this on my telephone, and not on my old ass pc, since my dad is using it.
- Have inflammed and sensitive skin
- Have uneven skin tone
- Rarely get pimples
- Look like this
Im making this thread because no one seems to be talking about one of the easiest softmaxes of all time, niacinamide + centella asiatica.
"Just use accutane you subhuman!!!"
Using isotretinoin for the skin types I previously mentioned is NOT a smart move, but why?
Isotretinoin is a harsh compound, that would:
- ABSOLUTELY RAPE inflammed and sensitive skin;
- Have more side effects than actual results for people with very few pimples. (Same as nuking a whole town just because you need one building gone).
That being said, let's talk about the duo, specifically the sinergy between these two.
Niacinamide 5%-10%
Niacinamide is a water-soluble active ingredient, derived from vitamin B3. It is stable, safe, and suitable for all skin types, including sensitive or acne-prone skin.
How it works
- Reduces inflammation by downregulating pro-inflammatory cytokines (proteins that help cells communicate in the immune system)
- Calms redness and visible capillaries (reduces vasodilation)
- Evens out skin tone by inhibiting melanosome transfer (melanosome produces and stores melanin)
- Strengthens skin barrier
- Improves texture/pores by shrinking enlarged pores caused by inflammation or sebum
Centella asiatica
Centella asiatica is a herbaceous plant native to Asia. In skincare products, the standardized extract is used often in concentrations of 0.5–5% in creams and serums. It is a soothing, repairing, and anti-inflammatory ingredient, ideal for sensitive, red, or damaged skin.
How it works
- Reduces redness and chronic irritation
- Repairs damaged barrier by increasing ceramide and collagen production (we all love collagen am I right)
- Soothes visible capillaries by reducing vascular permeability
- Improves dull tone (antioxidant)
Let's talk about the sinergy between these two
Niacinamide attacks the core issues (inflammation, pores, tone), while Centella protects and heals to minimize any initial irritation from Niacinamide, leading to faster barrier recovery and sustained calmness. Users often see 40–70% reduction in redness/capillaries in 4–12 weeks, with smoother texture and more even tone, without the risks of stronger actives like retinoids. This combo is especially effective for incipient rosacea or post-acne inflammation, making it a top softmax for subtle but noticeable improvements.
Real footage of niacinamide and centella
Tips & Warnings
Tips are pretty obvious: eat healthy, workout, drink a lot, rep me.
Warnings, on the other hand, are quite the opposite:
High % niacinamide (10%) can cause initial temporary redness ( start with 5%)
Pure centella can feel sticky
SPF 50+ is MANDATORY every day (BOTH make skin more photosensitive).
Please appreciate the effort I put into this thread. I know it took a lot but I made this on my telephone, and not on my old ass pc, since my dad is using it.
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