Product-level assessment built from the latest indexed formula, the most recent analysis snapshot and ingredient-level evidence signals.
Actives with the strongest evidence footprint in the latest formula.
Relevant actives that are present, but currently supported by weaker or narrower evidence.
Support ingredients, fragrance/preservative roles or caution-tagged components.
No ingredients surfaced for this section in the latest indexed formula.
Niacinamide reduces inflammation while BHA unclogs pores. Effective combination for acne management.
Niacinamide boosts endogenous ceramide synthesis. Combined with exogenous ceramides, barrier repair is accelerated.
Niacinamide buffers BP-induced dryness and irritation while both independently fight acne. Improves BP tolerability.
Both are drying and can cause significant irritation when layered. Risk of over-drying, peeling, and compromised barrier.
Myth: "BHA and niacinamide should not be mixed." They are complementary for acne — BHA unclogs, niacinamide soothes and repairs.
No special limitations were surfaced in the latest snapshot.
Water, Benzoyl Peroxide, Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide, Ceramide NP