
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Face Serum with 3 key ingredients
FEATURES
Contains cold-pressed extract of Turmeric, 2% Niacinamide, 10% Glycolic Acid; Reduces dark spots and blemishes; Combats free radicals; Enhances skin's natural barrier; Visibly clear, healthy and radiant skin
BEST FOR
sensitive
CHECKS
No parabens, no sulfates, no silicones
Who Is It For?
All Genders Adult Age GroupWhat Does It Help With?
Reduces Dark Spots Blemishes Enhances Skin Clarity And HealthBudget
Affordable (under โน30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Himalaya Says
Product Description:
Turmeric, a golden root renowned for its extraordinary medicinal and healing powers, is a time-tested, natural remedy for skin problems. Himalaya Dark Spot Clearing Turmeric Face Serum is a unique formulation containing potent antioxidants and the phyto-extracts of Turmeric and Licorice which help reduce dark spots and blemishes. Backed by the research and inspired by the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, this serum is powered with the cold pressed extract of Turmeric, 2% Niacinamide, and 10% Glycolic Acid that help combat free radicals, enhance the skin's natural barrier function, leaving your skin visibly clear, healthy and radiant.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
turmeric-extract,licorice-extract,niacinamide,glycolic-acid,antioxidants
Key Ingredients
Turmeric Extract, Niacinamide, Glycolic Acid
Ingredients Details
Niacinamide
Common Name(s): Vitamin b3,nicotinamide,pyridine-3-carboxamide
CAS Number: 98-92-0
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Niacinamide strengthens the skin barrier, reduces visible pore size, regulates sebum production, fades dark spots, and improves skin texture and tone.
Why It's Used: It is used because it addresses multiple skin concerns at once without irritation, making it suitable for all skin types. it is stable in formulations and pairs well with most other actives.
How It Works: Niacinamide inhibits the transfer of melanosomes (pigment packets) to skin cells, reducing hyperpigmentation. it also stimulates ceramide synthesis to strengthen the skin barrier and reduces inflammation by modulating cytokine activity.
Typically Found In: Serums,moisturizers,toners,cleansers,eye creams,sunscreens,primers
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ vitamin
Secondary Functions: Barrier repair,brightening,anti-inflammatory
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 2%โ10% (typical: 5%; higher concentrations may cause flushing in some individuals)
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetically produced
Halal Status: Yes โ synthetic origin
Source Notes: Commercially produced via synthesis from nicotinic acid or 3-cyanopyridine. no animal-derived sources used in cosmetic-grade niacinamide.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low; concentrations above 10% may cause temporary flushing in sensitive individuals
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: At concentrations >10%, some users experience niacin flush (transient redness/tingling). generally very well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes โ one of the best-tolerated actives for sensitive skin
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Extensively studied and considered very safe. ewg hazard score: 1. no significant systemic toxicity concerns at topical concentrations.
Works Well With: Retinol,peptides,ahas/bhas,hyaluronic acid,ceramides,zinc,vitamin c,spf
Avoid Combining With: High concentrations of vitamin c (ascorbic acid) may theoretically convert to niacin โ use at different times if using pure l-ascorbic acid above 15%
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Niacinamide is a precursor to nad+ and nadp+, coenzymes vital to cellular energy metabolism. its benefits for dna repair and mitochondrial function make it a key ingredient in anti-aging strategies.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,ewg skin deep,pubmed clinical studies
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12