MinimalistMinimalist 10% Niacinamide Serum with Zinc – Reduces Acne Marks, Controls Oil & Minimizes Pores Vitamin B3 for

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Minimalist 10% Niacinamide Serum with Zinc is a vitamin B3 serum aimed at acne marks, oil control and the look of pores, according to its title. It is a common first serum for oily skin in India and is generally easy to fit into simple routines.

If there is one serum that many Indian skincare beginners start with, it is often a niacinamide serum. Minimalist's version is labelled 10% niacinamide with zinc, and the title lists three goals: reducing acne marks, controlling oil and minimising pores. It also notes that niacinamide is vitamin B3. Check the listing for the bottle size and the full ingredient list.

Niacinamide is widely used for oily and acne-prone skin because it is generally well tolerated and supports a balanced, even-looking complexion. Zinc is frequently paired with it in oil-control formulas. Pores cannot actually shrink, but a less oily surface can make them look smaller, which is what minimise usually means in this context.

Ten percent is on the higher side for niacinamide. Most people tolerate it well, but a small number feel tingling or redness, particularly when starting. If that happens, use it every other day or apply it after moisturiser to buffer it slightly. Patch testing first is still a good idea.

For humid summers, a water-light serum like this sits comfortably under gel moisturisers and sunscreen without adding grease. In winter, pair it with a slightly richer cream. It can be used morning or night, and many people use it both times once their skin is comfortable.

Niacinamide also pairs relatively easily with other actives. Many routines combine it with a salicylic acid product for congestion, or with sunscreen in the morning to support mark fading. Introduce one product at a time, though, so you can tell what is working and what is not.

Compared with stronger acne actives, niacinamide is more of a supportive ingredient. It will not clear active cystic breakouts on its own, but it can complement a routine aimed at oil control and uneven tone. Expect to use it consistently for several weeks before deciding whether it helps.

Patch test on a small area for a couple of days before using it all over, even though niacinamide is usually well tolerated. Store the bottle with the cap closed and away from direct sunlight. Avoid broken skin and the eye area. Consult a dermatologist for moderate to severe acne. It was listed around ₹569 at the time of writing, with an MRP of ₹599.

• 10% niacinamide serum
• Includes zinc as stated in the title
• Aims to reduce the look of acne marks
• Designed to help control oil
• Helps minimise the look of pores
• Vitamin B3 based formula

Who it suits

• Oily and combination skin
• Beginners building a first routine
• People with acne marks and shine
• Morning and night use once tolerated

How to use

1. Cleanse and pat your face dry.
2. Apply two or three drops evenly across the face.
3. Start once a day, then increase to twice if comfortable.
4. Follow with a moisturiser.
5. In the morning, finish with sunscreen.
6. If it tingles, use it after moisturiser or less often.