Niacin is one of the minerals that can be used for treating acne because it increases blood circulation by opening blood vessels and is also known as vitamin B3. This is also one of the vitamins that needs to be discussed with the physician or dermatologist prior to use when there are medical conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure or diabetes as it can have an adverse effect on these conditions.

Niacin is found in lean meats, like beef and liver, eggs, peanuts, or avocados, it can also be found in over the counter supplements in fast acting or slow acting tablets.

One of the other things that niacin can do beside improve circulation is to stop the over production of oil in the sebaceous glands and slow shedding skin cells, both which clog the pores and cause blackheads and blemishes.