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Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion

Updated on: 09/05/2025
Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion
20
Total Ingredients
analysed
18 of 20
Skin-Safe
low risk
0 of 20
Potential Irritants
may irritate sensitive skin
0 of 20
Potential Pore-Clogging
comedogenic risk

Product Analysis Summary

About this product

Contains Niacinamide and Niacinamide. Mostly fragrance‑free. Formula aimed at oily and acne-prone skin. Patch-test if you have very reactive skin.

Formulation Analysis

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C: Comedogenic·S: Safety·Ir: Irritancy
1 Very safe
2 Safe
3 Moderate
4 Risky
5 Avoid
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
2
Comedogenic: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
C
2
Comedogenic: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Ordinary Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion comedogenic?

Appears Non-Comedogenic Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion appears to be non-comedogenic based on our ingredient analysis. None of its 20 ingredients carry a high comedogenic rating, making it generally suitable for acne-prone and oily skin types.

Is The Ordinary a good skincare brand?

The Ordinary is a skincare brand launched in 2016 by Brandon Truaxe under the Canadian company DECIEM. The brand focuses on ingredient-centered formulations that highlight specific active ingredients such as retinoids, niacinamide, peptides, vitamin C derivatives, and exfoliating acids. Products are often formulated with relatively simple ingredient lists and are designed for targeted skincare routines. Assess products individually by reviewing their ingredient lists and community feedback. Read more about The Ordinary.

Is The Ordinary Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion safe for sensitive skin?

Appears Suitable for Sensitive Skin Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion appears suitable for sensitive skin based on its ingredient profile. No common irritants detected among its 20 ingredients. Always patch test when trying a new product.

Does The Ordinary Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion clog pores?

Unlikely to Clog Pores Based on our analysis, Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion is unlikely to clog pores. None of its 20 ingredients have a comedogenic rating above 2.

Who makes The Ordinary Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion?

This product is from The Ordinary. See more products from The Ordinary.

What are the ingredients in The Ordinary Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion?

Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion contains 20 ingredients. The first ingredients listed are <a href="/ingredient/water" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Water</a>, <a href="/ingredient/ethyl-macadamiate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Ethyl Macadamiate</a>, <a href="/ingredient/niacinamide" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Niacinamide</a>, <a href="/ingredient/propanediol" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Propanediol</a> and <a href="/ingredient/glycerin" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Glycerin</a>. Each ingredient includes a comedogenic rating, irritancy rating, and safety score. View the full annotated ingredient list above.

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