Best niacinamide moisturizer in India
8 niacinamide moisturizers, from the products Miyu has read the most reviews for.
How this list is made
Every product here has niacinamide in its name, or its brand states how much niacinamide it contains, and has at least five reviews Miyu has read. They are ranked by how positively reviewers talk about them, weighted by how many reviews there are, minus how often reviewers report a skin problem — breakouts, irritation, dryness or darkening. Nobody pays to be on this list.
What suits most people may not suit your skin. Ask Miyu to check one against your own skin.
#1 · The Derma Co
4% Ceramide Barrier Repair Moisturizer with Ceramide, Niacinamide, and Oxylance - 100gm
Best for: dry, flaky skin; damaged skin barrier
Reviewers like: Repairs skin barrier and heals damaged skin
Avoid if: very oily skin; acne-prone skin (check for pore-clogging)
#2 · Pilgrim
5% Niacinamide Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer
Best for: oily skin in humid weather; acne-prone skin
Reviewers like: Lightweight and absorbs quickly
Avoid if: very dry skin; fragrance-sensitive skin
Reported: unpleasant scent (2 of 230 reviews)
#3 · Plum
2% Niacinamide & Rice Water Brightening Gel Moisturizer For Clear & Bright Skin
Best for: oily skin in humid weather; brightening dull skin
Reviewers like: Lightweight texture
Avoid if: very dry skin; sensitive to niacinamide
#4 · The Derma Co
X Dr V Skin Renew Barrier Repair Peptide Moisturizer with Peptide & Vitamin C - 50g
Best for: strengthening skin barrier; improving skin texture
Reviewers like: Lightweight and absorbs quickly
Avoid if: very oily skin; active acne breakouts
#5 · The Derma Co
5% Nia-Ceramide Deep Moisturizing Cream with 5% Niacinamide & 1% Ceramide - 100g
Best for: very dry skin; damaged skin barrier
Reviewers like: Provides long-lasting hydration for dry skin
Avoid if: oily skin; acne-prone skin (rich texture)
#6 · Dot & Key
Cica Calming Night Gel (Niacinamide + Green Tea)
Best for: acne-prone skin; calming inflamed skin
Reviewers like: Reduces acne and fades spots/marks
Avoid if: very dry skin; sensitive to tea tree oil
#7 · Belif
Aqua Bomb Gel Moisturizer Vegan Korean Hydrating Face Cream With Niacinamide & Hyaluronic Acid
Best for: lightweight hydration; humid climates
Reviewers like: Provides excellent hydration for various skin types
Avoid if: very dry skin needing rich cream; allergy to specific plant extracts
#8 · Foxtale
Oil Balancing Moisturizer with Niacinamide & Cica
Best for: oily skin needing hydration; balancing oil production
Reviewers like: Controls oil and provides a shine-free look for hours
Avoid if: very dry skin; fragrance sensitivity
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