
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Chemical exfoliator with 3 key ingredients
FEATURES
Highly concentrated formula with 8% Salicylic & Glycolic Acid and Niacinamide, promotes removal and renewal of old damaged skin cells, cleanses pores, visibly clears and refines skin in 7 days
BEST FOR
sensitive
CHECKS
Do not use on irritated skin
Who Is It For?
Not SpecifiedWhat Does It Help With?
Reduces And Prevents Blemishes Supports Skin Renewal Clears And Refines SkinBudget
Mid-range ($30-$75)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Nivea Says
Product Description:
NIVEA Derma Skin Clear Chemical Exfoliator Gain back control over your skin Want to gain back control over your skin NIVEA Derma Clear Skin Chemical Exfoliator comes with a highly concentrated formula made up of 8% Salicylic & Glycolic Acid as well as Niacinamide. Together these key actives help promote the removal and renewal of old damaged skin cells and cleanse out pores to leave visibly clearer and more refined skin in just seven days. Application information Use once a day as part of a regular evening skin care routine. Apply on well-cleansed face and leave to absorb avoiding eye contact. A slight stinging sensation can occur. Do not use it on irritated skin.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Key Ingredients
salicylic-acid,glycolic-acid,niacinamide
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