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Can I use niacinamide with zinc?

Short answerYesModerate evidence: At least one human study or a well-supported mechanism, but not yet full scientific consensus.

Yes — a cited synergy. Niacinamide reduces sebum and inflammation while zinc adds direct anti-C. acnes and anti-inflammatory action; modest effect sizes as adjunct acne therapy.

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Sources

  1. 1.Topical Nicotinamide plus antibacterial adhesive agents and Zinc-PCA vs placebo in moderate acne: multicenter RCT. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol

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