Niacinamide
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20 / 291 resultsresearch Niacinamide: A B Vitamin That Improves Aging Facial Skin Appearance
This study found that topical niacinamide significantly improved the appearance of wrinkles, skin yellowing, and elasticity in aging facial skin over 12 weeks.
research Topical Niacinamide 4% and Desonide 0.05% for Treatment of Axillary Hyperpigmentation: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study
In this study, niacinamide 4% and desonide 0.05% emulsions significantly improved axillary hyperpigmentation in women, with desonide demonstrating a superior depigmenting effect compared to niacinamide and placebo.
research DNA Methyltransferases in Malar Melasma and Their Modification by Sunscreen with 4% Niacinamide, 0.05% Retinoic Acid, or Placebo
This study found that DNA hypermethylation was present in melasma lesions, and treatments with sunscreen, niacinamide, and retinoic acid were associated with decreased methylation and clinical improvement.
research Topical Niacinamide Does Not Stimulate Hair Growth Based on the Existing Body of Evidence
In this in vitro study, niacinamide was found not to stimulate VEGF synthesis across a wide range of doses.
research Double-Blind Randomized Placebo-Controlled Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Hair Loss Prevention Shampoo Containing Salicylic Acid, Panthenol, and Niacinamide in Alopecia Patients
This double-blind randomized placebo-controlled study found that a shampoo containing salicylic acid, panthenol, and niacinamide significantly increased hair count and improved hair loss symptoms in alopecia patients over 24 weeks, compared to a placebo, with no abnormal symptoms reported.
research Niacinamide Down-Regulates the Expression of DKK-1 and Protects Cells from Oxidative Stress in Cultured Human Dermal Papilla Cells
In this study on cultured human dermal papilla cells, researchers found that niacinamide may enhance hair growth by reducing oxidative stress-induced cell senescence and delaying catagen entry, suggesting potential applications against hair loss.
research Chromatographic Methods for the Determination of Aminexil, Pyridoxine, and Niacinamide in a Novel Cosmetic Hair Preparation
This study reports that two novel chromatographic methods demonstrated high sensitivity and selectivity for determining aminexil, niacinamide, and pyridoxine HCl in a laboratory-prepared mixture and hair tonic preparation.
research Benefit of a Lotion Containing Diaminopyridmide Oxide, 6-Gingerol, and Niacinamide in the Management of Mild to Moderate Androgenetic Alopecia
The lotion helps manage mild to moderate hair loss.
research Co-Delivering Retinol And Niacinamide Via Liposomes: Enhanced Stability, Efficient Skin Permeation, And Improved Anti-Aging/Skin-Brightening Efficacy
This study found that the RN-Lip co-delivery system enhanced the stability and skin permeation of retinol and niacinamide, leading to improved anti-aging and skin-brightening effects in vitro.
research Cyberspace Chat: An Examination of the Potential Benefits of Caffeine, Niacinamide, and Panthenol
This issue contains notes by Dr. Bradley Wolf and mentions comments by Dr. Jerry Cooley, but it presents no new research findings.
research Evaluation of the Anti-Dandruff and Soothing Effect of a Hair Conditioner Containing 0.4% Piroctone Olamine and Niacinamide
research Modulatory Role of Vitamins A, B3, C, D, and E on Skin Health, Immunity, Microbiome, and Diseases
In this review, researchers explored the roles of vitamins A, B3, C, D, and E in skin immunity, highlighting their potential as therapeutics for skin diseases due to their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
research A Novel Cosmetic Approach to Treat Thinning Hair
The researchers reported that a novel leave-on treatment containing caffeine, niacinamide, panthenol, dimethicone, and an acrylate polymer significantly increased the diameter and improved the mechanical properties of scalp hair fibers, suggesting it may help mitigate thinning hair.
research Clinical and Microscopic Features of Generalized Discoid Lupus Erythematosus in Dogs (10 Cases)
This study reports that generalized discoid lupus erythematosus is a recognized canine variant of cutaneous lupus erythematosus, resembling its human counterpart, with varied treatment responses and common relapses.
research Male Skin and Ingredients Relevant to Male Skin Care
This review discusses the role of shaving technology and specific skincare ingredients like glycerine and niacinamide in improving male facial skin health, but reports no new clinical results.
research Topical Adenosine Increases Thick Hair Ratio in Japanese Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
This study found that topical adenosine significantly increased the ratio of thick hairs and contributed to global improvement in Japanese men with androgenetic alopecia compared to niacinamide, with no observed adverse events.
research Evaluation of a Topical Treatment for the Relief of Sensitive Skin
This study found that QV Face Rescue Gel effectively induces collagen production, reduces UV-induced erythema, and decreases transepidermal water loss on sensitive facial skin, while being nonstinging, nonirritating, and noncomedogenic.
research The Coudability Sign of Alopecia Areata: The Real Story
This paper discusses the concept of "coudability," a characteristic of alopecia areata, and provides a historical perspective, but it reports no new clinical results.
research Concurrent Follicular Dysplasia and Interface Dermatitis in Boxer Dogs
This study describes recurrent or persistent follicular dysplasia and interface dermatitis in Boxers, noting concurrent courses and potential influences from photoperiod or genetics, but without identifying the condition's exact causes.
research Determination of Vitamin B3 Vitamer (Nicotinamide) and Vitamin B6 Vitamers in Human Hair Using LC-MS/MS
This study demonstrated that an LC/MS-MS method could effectively detect and quantify the vitamin B3 vitamer nicotinamide in human hair, suggesting its potential use for long-term deficiency examination.