Myristyl Nicotinate
What Myristyl Nicotinate is & what it does
A stable, oil-soluble vitamin B3 derivative that supports the barrier and a smoother, more even-looking surface. It conditions and improves skin quality.
What does Myristyl Nicotinate do in skincare?
Myristyl Nicotinate is a derivative related to niacin (vitamin B3), used as a skin-conditioning agent. It is included in some formulas for its association with supporting the skin's surface. We avoid making specific health claims about it here.
Is Myristyl Nicotinate natural or synthetic?
Myristyl Nicotinate is a synthetic ester, made by combining myristyl alcohol with a nicotinic acid component. It is manufactured rather than used directly from a plant. It appears in skincare for its conditioning role.
Is Myristyl Nicotinate safe?
Myristyl Nicotinate is used in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning ingredient. As with many niacin-related actives, some people may notice mild skin sensations, and responses differ. If you have sensitive skin, patch testing a new product first is a sensible step.
Sunscreens with Myristyl Nicotinate
We rate 7 sunscreens that contain it:
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StriVectin Full Screen Spf 30 100% Mineral Vanishing Tint
69/100
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Nia 24 Sun Damage Prevention Uva/Uvb Sunscreen Spf 30 Pa+++
69/100
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StriVectin Advanced Spf Full Screen Broad Spectrum Spf 30
66/100
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Pacifica Future Youth Daily Turnaround Hydrating Moisturizer SPF 50
65/100
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StriVectin Advanced Retinol Daily Repair Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30
64/100
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StriVectin Full Screen Broad Spectrum Spf 30 Clear Finish
64/100
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StriVectin Super- SCPF 30
64/100