Niacinamide is a skincare favourite that works for pretty much all skin types. Since the Ordinary came on the scene there has been an explosion of affordable and effective skincare brands and Good Molecules is one of them. It is a brand from the online retail giant BEAUTYLISH whom I love by the way!
Once the brand hit the market it has been 5 stars all around. One of the products that I immediately wanted to try out was the Good Molecules Niacinamide brightening Toner. If you haven’t heard about Good Molecules Niacinamide brightening serum you may have been living under a rock, because it has been sold out consistently single its release.
Good molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner is a combination of Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), arbutin & liquorice root extract. This combination works with the Niacinamide reducing congestion, the appearance of blemishes and balancing the sebum levels of your skin. It also targets dullness, and visible pores to strengthen your skin’s barrier function.
While the Arbutin and liquorice root extract improve the look of hyperpigmentation soothes inflammation and inhibits excess melanin production.
Appearance and packaging
Unlike similar brands of the same ethos and price range, which are minimalistic the Good Molecules packaging is more colourful. The Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner comes in a sturdy amber coloured glass bottle which feels much more luxurious and expensive.
How to use
This Niacinamide toner can be pretty much used by every skin type, however, if you have e sensitive skin patch testing it for 24 hours before actual use..
Apply this on freshly washed skin with a cotton pad or patted into skin until fully absorbed. It is suitable for daily use because of how soothing the ingredients are.
Pros
- It is an affordable toner with a HUGE punch
- Widely available on most skincare retailers online
- Clears up acne and reduces the severity and frequency of breakouts
- Significantly improves skin tone ,pigmentation and brightness
Cons
- While it doesn’t have one , its popularity means that it is constantly sold out
Who is it for
The Good Molecules Niacinamide brightening Toner works for all skin types, especially congested skin but is especially helpful for oily and acne-prone skin.
Cost
$14 or N9,500
Rating
Performance: 5/5
This is a really great product that quite frankly over-delivers on what it promises. It reduces breakouts and congestion and significantly improved my skin brightness, texture and clarity within 10 days of consistent use.
Quality: 5/5
It comes in the standard GOOD MOLECULES packaging which is pretty elegant and sturdy. The amber glass bottle is hefty and solid,I was actually afraid that it would break if I dropped the bottle, it’s that solid.
Value for money: 5/5
It costs $14 if you are buying directly from the brand website, understandably in Nigeria, the price is slightly higher and the current naira devaluation and corona quarantine have not helped. However, even with that, you get more than your money’s worth.
Ease of use: 5/5
It is extremely easy to use and works like any basic toner just put a few drops on a cotton pad wipe across your face and you are good.
Overall rating: 5/5
I love it because it does exactly as promised and more, my skin was luminous dewy and break out free and it is affordable to boot!
Where to buy
Alternatives
- COSRX Galactomyces 95 Tone Balancing Essence
- MISSHA – Time Revolution The First Treatment Essence RX (Pro-Ferment)
If you enjoyed this and would like to find out my thoughts on a similar product here is a review of The Ordinary Niacinamide +Zinc serum, The Ordinary AHA +BHA peeling solution, and The Ordinary Rosehip Oil.
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Can this be used alongside the ordinary 10% niacinamide serum or will it be too much?
Author
You can use both, but if you already have the ordinary I would say you don’t need to you can alternate
What’s the difference between the Goog Molecules niacinamide toner and the serum?
Author
The toner is focused on both brightening as it has a lot of ingredients in addition to the niacinamide, while the serum is purely niacinamide so is more on oil control. I prefer the toner the serum is very thick and doesn’t apply as easily
Can it be used with a vitamin c serum
Author
Yes they can be used together
Can this be followed with TO 8% Ascorbic Acid + Arbutin serum? Considering niacinamide and ascorbic acid are supposedly not to be combined?
Author
Yes you can , i use Niacinamide with ascorbic acid with no issues at all
Can i use it after soon jung relief toner?
Author
Yes you can but they do similar things so i would say alternative but using both are fine
Can it be used with Neutrogena sialicylic acid toner?
Author
Yes it can , it is a skin barrier booster so works well with all actives
Hello, thanks for this.
Can this be used along with the good molecules niacinamide serum or no point using both?
Author
I would say no point in using both , however you can alternate with the toner in the morning and the serum at night
Can this toner be used with Differin gel and salicylic acid.
Author
Yes it is hydrating so pairs perfectly with both of them
Can I use this in the mornings and use the ordinary niacinamide serum at night?
Author
Yes you can , both are okay to use
Can I use this with Azelaic Acid?
Author
Hi Yes
Hey
Can the toner be used with acids eg Aha BHA peeling solution, glycolic acid and inkeylist retinol?I’m scared of burning my skin
Author
Yes it can , niacinamide is actually a skin barrier booster and is best combined with actives like AHA and retinol
Please after using good molecules niacinamide toner, which serum can I apply before using my moisturizer? I used neutrogena hydro boost water gel in the evening and ordinary moisturizer in the Morning
Author
It depends on what your skincare goal , so pick a serum that addresses that
Hello! I hope you are doing well. Can I use this toner in the morning and at night daily?
Author
Hello , yes you can use it twice a day
Can this be used for the under arm please?
Author
no