NAD+ Face Cream

NAD+ face cream is a compounded topical cream that contains NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide), a molecule found naturally in the body's cells. A licensed provider may prescribe it as part of a provider-guided skin care plan after reviewing your skin, health history, and the products you already use.

It is a compounded medication. It is prepared by a licensed pharmacy for an individual patient based on a prescription. It is not FDA approved, and the FDA has not evaluated it for safety, effectiveness, or quality. The strength, ingredient list, and directions are set by your prescriber and printed on your pharmacy label.

NAD+ is involved in many processes inside cells. When it is applied to the skin in a cream, how much reaches the skin cells and what it does there is not well established. Human evidence for topical NAD+ is limited, and results vary from person to person. Your provider can explain what is and is not known.

Your pharmacy label and provider will give you directions. A typical routine is to apply a small amount to clean, dry skin on the face, then follow with moisturizer, and use broad-spectrum sunscreen during the day. Your provider will tell you how often to use it and when to follow up.

Mild dryness, redness, or irritation can happen, especially when you first start. Results vary and no outcome is guaranteed.

NAD+ face cream is prescribed by a licensed provider after an evaluation. It may not be appropriate for everyone. Tell your provider if you have sensitive skin, eczema, rosacea, or other skin conditions, if you have had a reaction to a skin care product, or if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Share every skin care product and medication you use.

Topical products can cause redness, itching, dryness, stinging, burning, or irritation. Allergic reactions are possible. Stop use and contact your provider if you develop a rash, swelling, hives, or severe irritation.