Niacinamide / Tretinoin

(Navra-Gel Mild) Facial Gel

5% / 0.025%

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Product Overview

This is a compounded skincare formulation containing niacinamide and tretinoin, designed to support the appearance of healthy skin. These ingredients are commonly included to help reduce visible signs of aging, promote a more even complexion, and address areas of pigmentation.

Niacinamide1-3

Niacinamide, a form of vitamin B3, is a water-soluble nutrient important for cellular metabolism. While niacin and niacinamide are both forms of vitamin B3, they differ slightly in structure. Niacinamide is recognized for its soothing properties and may assist in calming irritation while supporting the skin barrier. When applied topically, it may be considered for use in conditions such as acne vulgaris, melasma, psoriasis, and signs of aging.

Tretinoin4,5

Tretinoin, a naturally occurring derivative of vitamin A, is also known as all-trans-retinoic acid. Retinoids can influence cell reproduction, proliferation, and differentiation. Tretinoin is used under professional guidance as part of customized treatment plans for acne vulgaris and photoaging, including facial wrinkles, skin roughness, and areas of pigmentation. For pigmentation concerns, tretinoin may help regulate the enzyme tyrosinase, which plays a role in melanin production.

Niacinamide1-3

Niacinamide has various mechanisms of activity to support skin health. Niacinamide is a precursor to the NAD(P) family of coenzymes. These coenzymes are important for metabolic activity in the skin. The reduced form, NAD(P)H, has antioxidant activity and works to neutralize free radicals. Niacinamide provides anti-inflammatory activity and decreases sebum excretion. It has been studied for acne vulgaris by affecting neutrophil chemotaxis and suppresses cytokine-mediated induction of nitric oxide synthase. In addition, niacinamide has been studied for its role in prevention of photoimmunosuppression and photocarcinogenesis, loss of collagen in the dermal layer of skin, and improvement in the barrier function of the skin. Niacinamide has been studied for its support of increasing collagen production reducing the amount of dermal glycosaminoglycans that are seen with photodamaged or wrinkled skin. Niacinamide may support the barrier function of the skin by increasing the lipid and protein stratum corneum. This increase in lipid and protein decreases the trans-epidermal water loss and provides resistance to skin damage from damaging agents. Niacinamide also is thought to inhibit the transfer of melanin from the melanocytes to keratinocytes to decrease hyperpigmentation of skin.

Tretinoin4,5

Tretinoin binds to retinoic acid receptors (RARs) alpha, beta, and gamma along with retinoid X receptors (RXRs) to block inflammatory mediators. In addition, during the binding to the retinoid acid receptor, the production of procollagen increases to augment collagen type I and III formations.

Niacinamide1-3,6

Common

  • Mild skin irritation
  • Redness
  • Burning or stinging sensation
  • Dryness
  • Pruritus

 

Tretinoin:4,5

 Common 

  • Burning sensation, irritation, erythema

Contraindications1-6 

  • Known hypersensitivity or intolerance to niacinamide, tretinoin or any excipients in the formulation

Precautions1-6 

  • People with a history of allergies may experience histamine-mediated side effects such as itching or flushing and should use niacinamide with caution
  • Avoid application to broken or inflamed skin without professional guidance
  • Do not use in patients with open wounds
  • Photosensitivity with tretinoin
  • Initial “retinoid reaction” is common and usually subsides with continued use

Store at 20–25°C (68–77°F), in a cool, dry place, away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not freeze. Keep container tightly closed and out of reach of children.

  1. PubChem,Niacinamide; accessed July 2025 through: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Niacinamide
  2. Ong RR, Goh CF. Niacinamide: a review on dermal delivery strategies and clinical evidence. Drug Deliv Transl Res. 2024 Dec;14(12):3512-3548. doi: 10.1007/s13346-024-01593-y. Epub 2024 May 9. PMID: 38722460.
  3. NIH Niacin fact sheet for professionals; accessed July 2025 through:  https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Niacin-HealthProfessional/  
  4. Clinical Pharmacology tretinoin clinical monograph 2025 https://www.clinicalkey.com/pharmacology/ Accessed November 10, 2025
  5. Yoham AL, Casadesus D. Tretinoin. March 27, 2023. Accessed July 27, 2025.
  6. What are the warnings and side effects of topical niacinamide and topical tranexamic acid (TXA) for hyperpigmentation treatment? https://www.droracle.ai/articles/207247/what-are-warnings-and-side-effects-for-topical-niacinamide-and-topical-tranexamic-acid. Accessed November 10, 2025.

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