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Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) Powder (BP Grade, Skin Barrier & Even-Tone Active) - Essentially Natural

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) Powder (BP Grade, Skin Barrier & Even-Tone Active) - Essentially Natural

R59.00
R59.00

5 in stock — ready to ship.
INCI: Nicotinamide

Niacinamide Powder is a water-soluble cosmetic active used in skincare to support the look of more even tone, a more balanced skin feel, and barrier-support style formulas. It is nature identical and produced under controlled conditions to BP grade quality, which makes it a practical, consistent raw material for serums, creams, lotions, and gels. It performs best in formulas near pH 6 and belongs in the water phase rather than in anhydrous systems. This is a formulation ingredient, not a finished serum.

♡ Why we love it: We choose to stock Niacinamide Powder because it is one of the most versatile water-phase actives for modern skincare making. It is easy to formulate with, broad in application, and useful across many balanced daily-use product types.

Learn how to work with niacinamide here:  Working With Niacinamide

Learn how to formulate:   The Beginner's Guide To Cosmetic Formulation

This product is certified: Vegan, Food Safe, Beauty Without Cruelty, and Kosher.

Need detailed info? COAs and SDSs are available — just send us the product name and batch number, and we’ll gladly share them with you.
  • INCI Name: Niacinamide (Nicotinamide)
  • Grade: BP grade
  • Form: White crystalline powder
  • Solubility: Soluble in water and ethanol, dissolvable in glycerine
  • Recommended Usage Rate: 1 to 6%
  • pH: 6.2
  • GMO-Free: Yes
  • Water-based serums and gel creams
  • Creams and lotions for a more even-looking complexion
  • Oil-control style formulas for oily and combination skin
  • Barrier-support style formulations
  • Pairing with other compatible actives in balanced routines

    Niacinamide Powder Is For:

  • DIY makers formulating water-based serums and creams
  • Routines focused on more even-looking tone and a balanced feel
  • Formulators who can control and test pH accurately

    • Niacinamide Powder Is Not For:

  • Very acidic formulas
  • Anhydrous formulas with no water phase
  • Finished skincare expectations without formulation
  • As a Serum Active: Add 1 to 6% to the water phase and mix until fully dissolved.
  • As a Cream Active: Add to the water phase of emulsions and confirm the final pH is suitable.
  • As a pH Managed Active: Adjust pH as needed and confirm with pH testing.
  • Processing Tip: Keep formulas near pH 6 for best performance and comfort.
  • For external use only
  • Avoid inhaling powder
  • Avoid contact with eyes
  • Patch test finished products before use
  • Discontinue use if irritation occurs
  • Keep well sealed and protected from moisture, sunlight, and heat
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets

Q: Why does pH matter with Niacinamide Powder?
A: Very acidic formulas can be less comfortable and can affect how niacinamide behaves, so pH control helps keep formulas more consistent.

Q: Can Niacinamide Powder be combined with other actives?
A: Yes, but final compatibility depends on the full formula and pH.

Q: Does Niacinamide Powder dissolve easily?
A: Yes. It is water soluble and typically dissolves with mixing.

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Produced in South Africa
Vegan
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Hadassah (Pretoria, ZA)
Beautiful product

Very happy with this Niacinamide. Works beautifully in achieving an even skin tone. Really took my emulsions to the next level. Highly recommend

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Colin B. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Niacinamide Review

I have now bought this product twice. This is the best product that I have found for my needs. The quality of this powder is superb and I will only buy and use this product from Essentially Natural.
The service and delivery that I get from Essentially Natural is exceptional and much appreciated. Highly recommend both the product and the supplier of it.

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Mafusi R.N. (Johannesburg, ZA)
My knuckles are getting lighter

I use this product in my hand lotions and my hands are more toned and knuckles getting lighter.

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Monica M. (Johannesburg, ZA)

Im happy

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Sne M. (Durban, ZA)
Great product

Second time buying this product, great choice for my skin. I mix it with rose water as a toner, very refreshing and my skin has never felt this good. EN your service is great.

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R.S. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Love this

This is my second purchase. Its always such a pleasure to order my items from your store, and I love the extra little samples you include, it just makes it that much more special. I wish you stocked everything I need simply because your service delivery is so good.

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C.S. (Durban, ZA)
Niacinamide powder

I purchased a sample size to try out in my facial cleansing foam,it works wonder.Thank you kindly,definitely getting larger quantities.

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Lucille C. (Johannesburg, ZA)
The best there is

This product is extreamly reasonable and does the job. The delivery time of essentially natural always amazes me at how quick they work to ship your produ t to you . And not to mention the free little samples which are always appreciated. Thank you essentially natural . For great products an service

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Irance M. (Cape Town, ZA)

I love love the products, I am hoping that it can fix the hyperpigmentation that I do have on my ankles

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Arlette M. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Easy to dissolve

Easy to add to a formula, works wonders on my face in just few days

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Leigh-Ann H. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Niacinamide

Really easy to incorporate into an emulsion. I always achieve good results.

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Vhumbani M. (Pretoria, ZA)
Cleared my hyperpigmentation

I added 5% to my face toner to clear hyperpigmentation and in just 3 weeks the results are amazing. It’s easy to dissolve and the quality is exceptional

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Mantombi J. (Midrand, ZA)
Niacinamide and bentonite clay

I have made a mask of niacinamide powder and bentonite clay, combining them with warm green tea, my face had a difference instantly.

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Greenshireen (Cape Town, ZA)
LOVABLE ESSENTIAL

ONE OF MY ABSOLUTE FAVOURITES AND VITALLY IMPORTANT FOR SKIN REJUVENATION AND HEALTH ....I LOVE ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING EN REPRESENTS & OFFERS!!! EN HAS BECOME FAMILY XXX MWAHHH

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Kirsten I. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Love it

Pores are minimized and skin looks radiant

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Mandy N.N. (Cape Town, ZA)
Hyaluronic Serum 1%

I have been combining Hyaluronic serum with just a pinch of Niacinamide powder and I couldn’t have been happier with the results. It leaves my skin glowing. Hyaluronic serum is pricey but worth the buy.

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Boniswa M. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Fantastic

Very simple to work with.

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Hanneli L. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Very good

I have very sensitive skin. It helped to refine my mature skin with visible pores. I will recommend it.

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Erina (Johannesburg, ZA)
Niacinamide

I combined Niacinamide and biosaccharde gum with prickly pear oil , aloe gel and other active oils and extracts to form a gel serum with .4% xanthan gum. Used propanediol to aid skinpenetration. No heating necessary for it is all quick and cold processed

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Phiwe S.N. (Durban, ZA)
In Love with Niacinamide

Using it in my vitamin C serums and my skin loves it and the price is very affordable compared to other places.

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Elelwani N. (Pretoria, ZA)
Niacinamide serum

I bought it to makes my own DIY serum mix it with essentially natural rose water and essentially natural zinc oxide powder.....like the quality is top, thank you Essentially Natural

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Customer (Kempton Park, ZA)
Niacinamide Formulation

Greetings,

I am struggling to formulate with Niacinamide. It initially dissolves completely, then eventually it crystallizes and settles at the bottom. Please assist on how to keep it dissolved. I use a total of 6% by weight in the formulation.

Hi, what solvent are you using? Please share your formula so we can best advise.

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Amanda M. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Great quality and pricing.

Niacinamide is one of the best products to use on skin and I am truly happy with the quality of this product, I also appreciate that the expiry date is far off in the future, (2024). This product is MAGNIFICENTLY PRICED, very reasonable. Speedy delivery keep up the good work.

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I.V.N. (Cape Town, ZA)
Serum

I would love to make a diy serum for my face. I did it with the Vit C powder i bought and it works great. Can someone recommend how to make a serum with this Niacinamide powder and ratios please? Thanks!

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Silindile N. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Niacinamide

Im happy with my product and excellent fast delivery

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Ayanda M. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Niacinamide

The most reasonably priced Niacinamide I’ve come across. Very excited to start using it.

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Nomfundo G. (Pretoria, ZA)
It's A Journey

I have heard a lot about Vitamin B3 Niacinamide and I am thankful that there are companies that make it available at a reasonable price and so leveling the skin care market. I have been adding it into my body lotion to treat hyperpigmentation from scaring, bites and so on.. I also drink it as a supplement.. It's a great buy for sure..

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Mirjana S. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Niacinamide

I love this product

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Nerissa G. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Niacinamide

I practically stalked the Essentially Natural website for days, maybe even weeks, waiting for this to be back in stock. I finally managed to order and use the product for my serums. Absolutely love it. When I run out, I will be back for more from my 1 stop store for all DIY products.

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Thandie L.S. (Pretoria, ZA)
😍😍😍

Haven't use it yet but looking forward for a great serum

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Lindsay B.

Can I take Niacinamide powder orally?

Essentially Natural

Hi Lindsay 🌿😊

Thank you so much for reaching out — it’s lovely to hear from you.

The Essentially Natural Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) Powder – BP Grade is intended for cosmetic use and is therefore not classified as food grade or intended for ingestion.

While the raw material is sourced from a food-grade origin, it is repackaged at our warehouse. Although our facility is certified for the handling of foodstuffs, it is not a certified food production facility. As a result, the product is no longer be labelled as food grade and is considered food safe, for use at your own discretion.

I hope this helps clarify ✨
Please feel free to let me know if there’s anything else I can assist with — I’m always happy to help.

All the best,
Gabriella

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