Standard Beauty · Serum

10% Niacinamide Serum 8.1 / 10

Name: 10% Niacinamide Serum
Brand: Standard Beauty

Reviewed by Michael C.

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Well-supported 10% niacinamide for sebum control, pore appearance and tone — a solid budget actives serum that performs especially well in humid heat.

Efficacy8.0

Value for money8.5

Texture8.0

SA climate fit8.0

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Where to buy in South Africa

30ml

Clicks — R185 (checked today)

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The full breakdown

Well-supported 10% niacinamide for sebum control, pore appearance and tone — a solid budget actives serum that performs especially well in humid heat.

Ingredient breakdown

Niacinamide 10%
Moderate evidence
Commonly used to help improve skin barrier hydration, reduce visible redness and support a more even skin tone; efficacy is most often demonstrated in multi-ingredient formulations rather than in isolation.

Best suited to

Oily, Combination, Acne-prone

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