B-Bomb 10% Niacinamide Serum

10% Niacinamide Serum: A light and hydrating 10% Niacinamide (aka Vitamin B3), Zinc PCA and Sarcosine formula to help combination skin related problems, such as enlarged pores, oiliness, and blemishes.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

Niacinamide is a multi-functional superstar ingredient that can help minimise the look of enlarged pores, soothe acne-prone skin, improve the skin barrier and even lighten hyperpigmentation. This formula contains a whopping 10%, ideal to improve the appearance of acne and blemish-prone skin. 

To further enhance Niacinamide's already awesome problem solving skills, it includes Zinc PCA and Sarcosine, both known to help enlarged pores, oiliness and blemishes.

B-Bomb is non-drying and has a light, hydrating feel to it. The formulators at G&G paid special attention to the texture of the product, so that it integrates well into routines with multiple layers. It has a thin gel consistency that does not pill and plays well with the other products in a well-rounded skincare routine. 

HOW TO USE

• After cleansing, toners and liquid exfoliators, apply a few drops to the face.

• Follow with other steps in your routine.

• Can also be used as a booster to another product (e.g add a few drops to your moisturiser or hyaluronic acids). Avoid mixing with exfoliating acids and pure Vitamin C – you can however use them in the same routine layered on top of each other, but they don't mix well directly (e.g in your palm).

GOOD TO KNOW

• Shelf-life: 2 years from production (unopened), 6 months PAO (period after opening)

• B-Bomb is cruelty-free, fragrance & essential oil free, gluten free, fungal-acne safe, and pregnancy safe.

• Should persistent irritation occur, stop use immediately and consult your local physician.

• Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight.

• Keep out of reach from children.

Check our FAQ page for more information on product use and patch testing.

INGREDIENTS

Key Ingredients:

✴︎ Niacinamide (10%): A multi-functional superstar that can normalise pores, soothe acne prone skin, improve the skin barrier and lighten hyperpigmentation.

✴︎ Zinc PCA: A combination of antibacterial and sebum normalising Zinc with the humectant molecule found in the skin called PCA (pyrrolidone carboxylic acid). Zinc PCA has the property of both, meaning it is a gentle, non-drying ingredient known to help acne-prone and oily skin.

✴︎ Sarcosine: An amino-acid derived ingredient that works as a so called 5α-reductase inhibitor helping to normalise oil-production and pore size.

Research: 

Walocko, Frances M., et al. “The role of nicotinamide in acne treatment.” Dermatologic Therapy (2017)

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, Volume 13 (4) – Dec 1, 2014, A review of nicotinamide: treatment of skin diseases and potential side effects

Skin Pharmacol Physiol 2014;27:311-315, Niacinamide – Mechanisms of Action and Its Topical Use in Dermatology

Shalita, Alan R., et al. "Topical nicotinamide compared with clindamycin gel in the treatment of inelammatory acne vulgaris." International journal of dermatology 34.6 (1995): 434-437.

Navarrete-Solís, Josefina, et al. "A double-blind, randomized clinical trial of niacinamide 4% versus hydroquinone 4% in the treatment of melasma." Dermatology research and practice 2011 (2011).

Tanno, O., et al. "Nicotinamide increases biosynthesis of ceramides as well as other stratum corneum lipids to improve the epidermal permeability barrier." British Journal of Dermatology 143.3 (2000): 524-531.