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NIACINAMIDE SALICYLATE

82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Vitamin B3 and salicylic acid combo that brightens and gently exfoliates skin.

Niacinamide salicylate is the salt formed between niacinamide (vitamin B3) and salicylic acid, combining the skin-barrier enhancing and brightening properties of niacinamide with the mild keratolytic action of salicylate. The salt formation reduces the direct irritation potential of free salicylic acid while retaining benefits. Niacinamide is not restricted under EU cosmetic regulations; salicylic acid is restricted in Annex III (III/69) for use in cosmetic products with specific concentration limits depending on product type. Evaluated as safe in the salt form with reduced free acid availability.

Skin benefits

  • Brightening and even skin tone
  • Anti-aging through niacinamide
  • Mild keratolytic exfoliation
  • Skin barrier support

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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