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Niacin

Korean: 나이아신 · Functions: antistatic, smoothing

KR South Korea (MFDS)

No specific rule on file.

EU European Union (CosIng)

No specific rule on file.

US United States (FDA)

No specific rule on file. The FDA regulates few cosmetic ingredients by name; no rule does not mean approval.

Products listing Niacin

Also listed as

Niacin 나이아신

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.

Frequently asked questions

Is Niacin banned in the European Union?

We found no specific rule for it in the EU's CosIng records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

Is Niacin banned in South Korea?

We found no specific rule for it in Korea's MFDS records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

Is Niacin allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

We found no specific rule for it in the FDA's records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

What is Niacin used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: antistatic, smoothing.

What is Niacin called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 나이아신.

Which K-beauty products contain Niacin?

7 products we checked list it, for example Skin&Lab Glutathione Ampoule Toner, Tonymoly I AM Hydrating Sheet Masks, Dr.Melaxin Peel Shot Exfoliating MELA-C·E Ferulic Serum.

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