Can taking niacinamide orally really whiten the skin?
Oct 12, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, oral niacinamide can achieve a certain skin whitening effect. Niacinamide is a vitamin-like medication, commonly available in tablets, injections, and other formulations. It helps supplement essential vitamins in the body, inhibits tyrosinase activity, and reduces melanin synthesis. However, due to individual differences in constitution and drug absorption, the specific effects may vary among individuals.
Generally, oral niacinamide can achieve a certain skin whitening effect. Niacinamide is a vitamin-like medication available in various formulations such as tablets and injections. It helps supplement essential vitamins in the body and inhibits tyrosinase activity and melanin synthesis. However, due to individual differences in constitution and drug absorption, the specific effects may vary. For those seeking more effective skin whitening, medical aesthetic treatments such as chemical peels, hyaluronic acid injections (skin boosters), microneedling, and photorejuvenation are often recommended, which may yield better results.
Item Name |
Chemical Peel |
Hyaluronic Acid Injection (Skin Booster) |
Microneedling |
Photorejuvenation |
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Principle |
Sheds aged skin layers and enhances melanin metabolism |
Injects beneficial ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and vitamin C into the skin to even out skin tone and achieve whitening | Delivers medication into the skin to promote pigment metabolism and achieve a skin-lightening effect | Uses specific wavelengths of light to break down and destroy skin melanin |
Target Population |
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, acne marks, and other superficial scars |
Individuals with dry skin, dull complexion, or signs of aging | Individuals with dull skin tone, aging skin, or dryness/dehydration | Individuals with large pigmented spots, facial pigmentation, or uneven skin texture |
Reference Price |
500–3,000 RMB per session |
2,000–3,000 RMB per session | 3,000–5,000 RMB per session | 1,000–5,000 RMB per session |
Advantages |
1. High safety profile 2. Minimal skin damage |
1. Effective results 2. No bleeding |
1. Minimal pain 2. Relatively high safety |
1. Broad applicability 2. Few side effects |
Disadvantages |
1. May cause allergic reactions 2. Relatively high cost |
1. Pain 2. Bruising 3. Risk of local infection |
1. Risk of inflammation 2. Significant individual variation |
1. Blistering 2. Relatively high cost |
Pricing varies depending on regional standards. Individuals considering medical aesthetic treatments for skin whitening are advised to visit reputable hospitals and undergo procedures under the guidance of qualified medical professionals.
