niacinamide

noun

ni·​a·​cin·​amide ˌnī-ə-ˈsi-nə-ˌmīd How to pronounce niacinamide (audio)
: a compound C6H6N2O of the vitamin B complex found especially as a constituent of coenzymes and used similarly to niacin

called also nicotinamide

Examples of niacinamide in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This lightweight, oil-free gel cream is formulated with ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, peptides, niacinamide, and vegan squalane to provide intense hydration and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Nora Colomer, Fox News, 17 May 2024 It’s also formulated with niacinamide and other skin-friendly ingredients that make your skin feel moisturized while fading dark spots over time. Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2024 Even better, the vegan and non-comedogenic formula is infused with skincare ingredient niacinamide to improve the skin's texture. Jackie Fields, Peoplemag, 9 May 2024 Along with barrier-boosting niacinamide, this one magnifies your defenses against discoloration. Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 8 May 2024 The caffeine reduces the appearance of dark circles, while the niacinamide helps restore the skin's moisture barrier. Enjanae' Taylor, Southern Living, 2 May 2024 Anti-inflammatory skincare ingredients like feverfew, green tea extract, niacinamide and others can help to soothe red, inflamed skin. Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2024 Key ingredients: Mineral oil, glycerin, rapeseed oil, niacinamide, sunflower seed oil / Size: 6.7 oz. Marilyn La Jeunesse, Glamour, 16 Apr. 2024 Plus, it’s enriched with the brand’s prebiotic thermal spring water, niacinamide, and shea butter so as not to strip skin of its essential oils. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of niacinamide was in 1942

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Cite this Entry

“Niacinamide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/niacinamide. Accessed 23 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

niacinamide

noun
ni·​a·​cin·​amide ˌnī-ə-ˈsin-ə-ˌmīd How to pronounce niacinamide (audio)
: a compound of the vitamin B complex that is used like niacin

Medical Definition

niacinamide

noun
ni·​a·​cin·​amide ˌnī-ə-ˈsin-ə-ˌmīd How to pronounce niacinamide (audio)
: a bitter crystalline basic amide C6H6N2O that is a member of the vitamin B complex and is formed from and converted to niacin in the living organism, that occurs naturally usually as a constituent of coenzymes, and that is used similarly to niacin

called also nicotinamide

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