Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
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The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% is the brand's best-known answer to oily, congested, blemish-prone skin. Ten percent pure niacinamide (vitamin B3) works on the look of blemishes and tone, while...
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The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% is the brand's best-known answer to oily, congested, blemish-prone skin. Ten percent pure niacinamide (vitamin B3) works on the look of blemishes and tone, while zinc PCA keeps visible shine in check — all in a simple, fragrance-free serum.
What it actually does
- Reduces the look of blemishes and congestion. Niacinamide at a high 10% concentration targets visible breakouts and clogged-looking pores.
- Balances visible oil. Zinc PCA at 1% helps regulate the look of excess sebum, so skin looks less shiny through the day.
- Brightens tone over time. The brand credits niacinamide with visibly brightening skin tone alongside its blemish benefits.
- Minimal formula, long exclusion list. Per The Ordinary it's made without alcohol, silicone, nuts, gluten or fragrance, and is vegan and cruelty-free.
How to use
- Apply a few drops across the whole face, morning and evening.
- Layer it before heavier creams — water-based serums go on first.
- Using a pure vitamin C product? Keep them in separate routines (one AM, one PM) — the brand notes niacinamide can affect the integrity of pure-form vitamin C.
Is it right for you?
Yes, if your skin is…
- Oily or combination with visible shine by midday
- Prone to blemishes, congestion and enlarged-looking pores
- Normal or dry but dealing with the occasional breakout — all four types are listed by the brand
Think twice if you're…
- Running a pure vitamin C serum in the same routine — you'll need to split AM/PM
- Expecting an acne treatment — this addresses the visible signs of blemishes and oil, not a medical condition
- After hydration first and foremost — pair it with a hydrating serum rather than relying on it alone
Questions
Morning, night, or both?
Both — the brand's suggested use is a few drops twice daily, always before your heavier creams.
Can I wear it under makeup?
Yes. It's a light, fragrance-free serum designed to sit under moisturiser and anything that follows. Give it a minute to settle before your next step.
How long does delivery take?
Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. Items already in stock arrive sooner; ordered-in items take longer.
How do I pay?
Credit card, debit card, Instapay and mobile wallets — no cash on delivery.
What qualifies for a return?
Defective, damaged or expired items only, reported within 1 day of delivery. Approved refunds are sent to the original payment method within 15–30 days.
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