Niacinamide Skin - Version Android App Acne is something that many people suffer from and it's one of the hardest skin issues to fight against, however one of the most beneficial niacinamide skin care benefits is its ability to fight acne. A study at the New York university College of Medicine showed that 82% of patients with acne who were treated with 4% niacinamide cream had their acne clear over the 8 week test. What makes that number even better is that there were no side effects experienced by anyone who tried it. That being said, it's safe and effective for those who are battling with acne. Niacinamide's main action on treating acne is anti-inflammatory. This anti-inflammatory action reduces redness, irritation, and dryness caused by the bacteria that live in pimples or clogged pores. Niacinamide is able to reduce the amount of oil or sebum that the glands secrete. The reduction in the amount of oil that the glands pump out reduces blackheads and whiteheads from forming because of clogged pores. Niacinamide also instigates mild shedding of the skin that prevents pores from blocking, because of its mild keratolytic