The OrdinaryNiacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%, Smoothing Serum for Blemish-Prone Skin, 1 Fl Oz

I’ve been using The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% serum twice a day for about a month now, and I’m seriously impressed. My skin feels so much smoother, my pores look smaller, and I’ve had fewer breakouts overall. The gel-serum texture sinks in quickly and doesn’t leave any sticky feeling, which I love.Some things that really stand out:It’s powerful but still gentle—great for managing oil, breakouts, and uneven tone without irritating my skin.It’s super affordable, and honestly, the results are just as good as some high-end serums I’ve tried.It layers really well with other products in my routine, like hydrating serums and sunscreen. Just a heads-up: if you’re using strong exfoliants like AHAs or BHAs, be mindful when combining them.Since adding this into my routine, my skin looks way more balanced and healthy. I’d definitely recommend it if you have oily or combination skin, or if you’re just trying to smooth out texture and even your tone. And definitely don’t skip the sunscreen in the morning!

This product give instant results but I think a lower percentage would be better for my sensitive dehydrated oily skin . Because it makes my face feel too tight while letting sits in which don't take long and it doesn't leave a greasy feeling and no residue but it will feel sticky if you use too much which is unnecessary Because a little goes a long way and I don't have a tiny face so.... for brighting dark marks am not sure Because I haven't been using it for a month yet and am using other products that my give me a brighting effect so I wouldn't know if this product would contributes to that .if you have sensitive skin like me I don't think is wise to use this product after a exfoliating toner my skin burns when I do so and I only use this product once a day in the night even though it says it's safe for morning and night I think because of the high percentage doing it twice puts my skin in a comprising position which I quickly learn.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:I have oily skin when first waking up, no matter what prep I do. But later on in the day my skin is usually normal unless it's hot outside. There's a bit of a learning curve to using this but I've learned to NOT use this when I have something to do the next couple of days. If I see a break out, which is usually my cheek area and one dot on my nose, I do my night routine then apply it to areas needed. When I wash my face my skin will start to purge and then in 2 days The acne is gone. These are my results. I also don't put on makeup the next day after using.

I’ve been using The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% twice daily for about a month now, and the results are impressive. My skin feels smoother, my pores appear smaller, and I’ve noticed fewer breakouts overall. The gel-serum texture absorbs quickly without leaving any sticky residue.A few highlights:• Potent yet gentle – the 10% niacinamide targets blemishes, oil control, and uneven tone without irritation.• Affordable and effective – this serum delivers results on par with pricier products.• Great layering – plays well with other favorites (hydrators, sunscreen)—just be cautious if you use strong acids like AHAs/BHAs in the same routine.My skin looks healthier and more balanced since I added this to my routine. Highly recommend for oily or combination skin, or anyone looking to refine texture and tone. Don’t forget to follow with sunscreen during the day!

[Update: Apparently that means it’s working. And I’m completely ignorant to the whole subject lol]I don’t know what I’m doing wrong, but I always wash my face then wait for it to dry THEN put it on. It doesn’t cause me to breakout, or cause any actual pimples. But it clogs my pores. I like that it makes my skin look healthy, and I want to keep going for the long term benefits. But I feel like I’m sort of stuck in a bad cycle here lol

So good! I have become a The Ordinary convert. This helps evening out skin tone. So effective! My skin looks noticeably better. The liquid gets absorbed pretty quickly. If i we're too just wash and use this, it can feel a little greasy, but I follow up with lotion that ends up taking any of the greasy felling away. My skin looks and feels amazing!! The price is unbeatable.

Me llegó ayer y lo probé por la noche. Tiene una textura ligera que se absorbe rápido y no deja sensación grasosa. Esta mañana noté mi piel más suave e hidratada. Lo estoy usando especialmente para ayudar con algunas manchitas y brotes de acné, y me encanta que no irrita ni reseca. Me gustó mucho el aplicador, es práctico y ayuda a no desperdiciar producto. Estoy emocionada de seguir usándolo y ver cómo mejora mi piel con el tiempo.

This stuff is MAGIC. I've always been a slow healer with a tendency for hyperpigmentation. This stuff is the perfect solution for getting breakouts to go away fast. I have a pretty substantial skin care routine, so I can't speak to whether this has helped prevent breakouts.Here are two pics to show the wildly healing power of this stuff. Taken one day apart with two applications of the serum between (once at night, once in the morning). The breakouts were from eating dairy rip. They normally stay large and darker red for about a week, but now I'm down to 2-3 days!The literal only cons: it is fairly sticky and the color/consistency is reminiscent of...a certain kind of bodily fluid that I'm not typically trying to put on my face like that, if you get what I mean. Still absolutely worth the buy--I've gone through like 4 bottles now lol.