Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum 30ml

Why Choose the Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum?

Pores look larger and skin tone looks uneven when Dhaka’s heat, sweat and dust sit on oily skin all day. Niacinamide is one of the most studied ingredients for both concerns (confirm source). The Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum puts it at 10% in a 30 ml (1 fl oz) bottle.

The main ingredient is niacinamide, and it is the second item on the list at 10.0%. Water is first at 80.6%. That leaves under 10% for everything else, which is why the formula feels light and the list stays short.

The supporting ingredients are plain and hydrating. Glycerin (2.0%) draws water into the skin. Betaine (1.0%) is a humectant that holds moisture. Dipropylene glycol (4.0%) and 1,2-hexanediol (2.0%) carry the actives and help preserve the formula. Ethylhexylglycerin (0.05%) supports the preservative system and softens the feel.

The texture comes from ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP copolymer (0.30%) and xanthan gum (0.10%). Both thicken the water base into a light serum. Tocopherol (vitamin E) sits at 5 ppm, a trace amount that protects the formula rather than the skin.

The brand states a pH of 7.0, vegan, cruelty-free and no added fragrance. The INCI confirms there is no fragrance line. Neutral pH is a common choice for niacinamide serums, since low pH can raise flushing risk in some people (confirm source).

The honest limit is the short list. The formula has no extra brightener, no barrier lipid and no exfoliating acid, so it covers pores and tone but little else. People with dry skin should follow it with a moisturiser. Anyone new to 10% niacinamide can start with one use a day.

Our Take: Pros and Cons of the Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum

Key Benefits of the Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum

Refines the Look of Pores

Niacinamide at 10% helps reduce the look of enlarged pores. Oily and combination skin in humid Dhaka sees this most.

Evens Skin Tone

Niacinamide helps even out the look of dull and uneven tone. Regular use over several weeks gives the best result (confirm source).

Smooths Texture

The serum helps refine rough or bumpy skin texture. It does this without any exfoliating acid, so it suits daily use.

Hydrates with a Light Base

Glycerin (2.0%) and betaine (1.0%) hold water in the skin. The formula is 80.6% water, so it feels light, not oily.

Layers Under Makeup

The thin gel layers under sunscreen and makeup without pilling. The brand lists layering as a key feature.

Fits Morning and Night

Niacinamide has no sun-sensitising effect, so morning and night use is fine. Follow with sunscreen in the morning.

Star Ingredients in the Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum

Niacinamide vs Other Pore and Tone Ingredients

Niacinamide sits at the gentle end of that table. It does not exfoliate and does not raise sun sensitivity, which is why the brand says morning and night use is fine. The Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum fits people who want pore and tone care without a strong active. It pairs well with a BHA or retinol on separate steps if you want more.

Texture and Feel of the Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum

The serum is a lightweight, water-based gel. It spreads easily and absorbs without a sticky film. The brand says to let it absorb before the next step.

In Dhaka’s humid summers, the thin texture sits comfortably under sunscreen and makeup. In AC-dried rooms or winter, add a moisturiser on top, since the formula carries little oil. Use it morning and night.

Who Should Use the Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum

• Oily and combination skin with enlarged pores.

• Skin with uneven tone and rough texture.

• People who want a short, fragrance-free ingredient list.

• Anyone who wears makeup and wants a serum that layers under it.

• May want to skip, or start slowly: very sensitive or reactive skin, since 10% is a high niacinamide level, and anyone with a past flush reaction to niacinamide. Dry skin needs a moisturiser on top.

How to Use the Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum

1. Cleanse First

Wash your face and apply a toner if you use one.

2. Take a Few Drops

Dispense a few drops into your palm. Avoid the eye area.

3. Press In

Press the serum onto the face and neck. Let it absorb before the next product.

4. Use Morning and Night

Apply it twice a day. Start with once a day if your skin is new to niacinamide.

5. Moisturise

Follow with a moisturiser to lock in the water.

6. Sunscreen by Day

Finish with sunscreen every morning. Dhaka’s UV is strong year-round.

Pro Tip

• Routine tip: Patch test on the inner arm before the first full use, as the brand advises. Start once a day for the first week, then move to morning and night.

• Care tip: Keep the cap closed and the bottle away from heat and sunlight. The trace of tocopherol (5 ppm) gives little extra protection, so a hot Dhaka bathroom shelf is a poor spot.

Complete Your Routine

• A gentle, low-foaming cleanser

• A hydrating toner or essence

• A ceramide moisturiser to follow the serum

• A broad-spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen for morning

• A BHA or retinol treatment on separate nights for extra pore or texture care

Product Details

Full Ingredients List

Aqua/Water/Eau (80.6%), Niacinamide (10.0%), Dipropylene Glycol (4.0%), Glycerin (2.0%), 1,2-Hexanediol (2.0%), Betaine (1.0%), Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer (0.30%), Xanthan Gum (0.10%), Ethylhexylglycerin (0.05%), Tocopherol (5 ppm)

Glossary

FAQ

How much niacinamide is in Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum?

Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum contains 10.0% niacinamide, printed in the brand’s ingredient table. Water makes up 80.6% of the formula.

Can I use Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum every day?

Yes, the brand says morning and night use is fine. People new to niacinamide can start with once a day for the first week.

Does Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum contain fragrance?

The printed INCI of Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum has no fragrance and no essential oils. The brand states no added fragrance.

Is Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum suitable for oily skin in Dhaka?

The lightweight, water-based texture suits oily and combination skin in humid Dhaka summers. The brand calls it great for combination and oily skin.

Does Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum shrink pores?

Niacinamide helps reduce the look of enlarged pores. No serum changes actual pore size, so expect a smoother look, not smaller pores.

Can I use Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum with retinol or vitamin C?

Niacinamide is well tolerated alongside both. Apply each on its own step, and use retinol at night. Add one new product at a time.

Can I use Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum under makeup?

Yes, the brand says the serum layers under skincare and makeup. Let it absorb before the next step.

Does Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum need sunscreen after it?

Niacinamide does not raise sun sensitivity, but sunscreen belongs in every morning routine. Dhaka’s UV is strong, and sunscreen protects tone and texture gains.

Will Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum work for dry skin?

Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum adds light hydration through glycerin and betaine. Dry skin needs a moisturiser on top, especially in AC-dried winter air.

Is Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum vegan?

The brand states vegan and cruelty-free. The INCI shows no animal-derived ingredient. Confirm on the carton.

Is Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum made in Korea?

Good Molecules is a US brand, not a Korean one. Check the carton for the manufacturing country on your batch.