
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Scar and spot correction gel with 3 key ingredients
FEATURES
Lightens pigmented acne scars, soothes irritated skin, battles acne effectively, regulates sebum production, exfoliates skin
BEST FOR
oily
CHECKS
parabens, SLS, mineral oils, harmful chemicals
Who Is It For?
What Does It Help With?
Dark Spots Pitted Scars Acne Bumps Sebum Regulation Exfoliation Skin Texture ImprovementBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Rivela Says
Product Description:
Rivela Dermascience -A potent AHA BHA formulation with Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid and Niacinamide that goes deep in the skin and clarifies spots, pits and scars. It regulates sebum production, exfoliates skin, thus, improving its overall appearance. LIGHTENS PIGMENTED ACNE SCARS – Boosted with the exfoliating hero Glycolic Acid, which because of its low molecular weight penetrates deep into the skin, targets dark spots, pitted scars, and prevailing acne bumps. SOOTHES IRRITATED SKIN - Works thoroughly on active acne and bumps and minimizes the possibilities of future breakouts that may prevail with the potent yet extremely gentle-on-skin formulation of Niacinamide. BATTLES ACNE EFFECTIVELY - Salicylic Acid does not rip the natural oils of the face but strikes out excess sebum and dead skin cells while gently exfoliating the skin for a smooth and glossy finish.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Salicylic-Acid,Glycolic-Acid,Niacinamide
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 – 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%–10% (typical: 5%; higher concentrations may cause flushing in some individuals)
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes – synthetically produced
Halal Status: Yes – 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 – very low; concentrations above 10% may cause temporary flushing in sensitive individuals
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: At concentrations >10%, some users experience niacin flush (transient redness/tingling). generally very well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes – 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 – 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