Japan · placebo-controlled trial
21.3%less measured oil at 2 weeks
A measurable difference.
Average reduction from baseline in sebum excretion with the test gel, versus 8.6% with placebo (p=.013).
Read the published study ↗Oil Control · 10% niacinamide serum
Shine.
Stops here.
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Less visible oil. More comfortable skin. One lightweight serum for the forehead, nose and pores that get shiny again by lunch.
See the science-backed research
- Helps control visible shine
- Hydrates without a heavy feel
- Fragrance-free · 30 ml
What is actually in itFour key ingredients. What each does.
- 10% niacinamide
- Helps reduce visible shine and refine the look of pores.
- Hyaluronic acid (sodium hyaluronate)
- Helps attract and retain moisture for softer, hydrated skin.
- Glycerin
- Helps hold on to moisture, keeping skin feeling soft and comfortable.
- Allantoin
- Helps soothe and condition skin for a comfortable feel.
Made in the USA · Fragrance-free · Plain packaging
02 / The everyday problem
Built to kill
shine.
You wash your face. A few hours later, the shine is back. Oil Control adds a targeted niacinamide step to the routine you already have—helping reduce visible shine while keeping skin hydrated.
- A lightweight serum for oily and combination skin
- 10% niacinamide, plus glycerin and sodium hyaluronate
- Apply after cleansing, before moisturizer and SPF
Read customer reviews → Choose your supply“I'm not blotting my face at work anymore.”
03 / The ingredient research
Real studies.
Measured results.
Niacinamide is vitamin B3. Studies of a gel with 2% niacinamide + 1% panthenol measured less facial oil and visible shine. Here are the results.
The science, in plain English.
Your skin makes oil called sebum. Excess oil on the surface creates shine. Niacinamide may change how that oil reaches the surface; its precise mechanism is still being studied.
US · split-face trial
6weeks to assessed shine improvement
Less shine. Seen by a dermatologist.
Dermatologist-rated facial shine improved significantly on the treated side versus the untreated side (p=.009).
Read the published study ↗Moisture barrier research
Oil control should still feel comfortable.
Tanno and colleagues found that niacinamide supported production of ceramides and other barrier lipids. Topical use also reduced moisture loss in dry skin. These findings support its role in caring for the skin’s moisture barrier.
Read the barrier study ↗How the oil studies were run
Draelos et al. (2006): 100 women in Japan (98 completed); 30 women in the US, ages 20–49. Gel: 2% niacinamide + 1% panthenol, twice daily. US instrumental oil measurements were not statistically significant; visible shine improved. Results varied by measure.
Consistency counts
Give your routine time.
A simple routine from day one. Research checkpoints at weeks two, four and six—not a guaranteed BRÖN timeline.
- Day 1
Start simple.
Apply after cleansing. Follow with moisturizer and SPF. Use consistently as directed.
- Week 2
Oil output measured.
Japan: 21.3% reduction with test gel versus 8.6% placebo.
- Week 4
The reduction continued.
Japan: 21.8% versus 10.7% placebo, both from baseline (p=.027).
- Week 6
Shine assessed.
US: dermatologist-rated shine improved on the treated side.
The BRÖN formula
Choose your supply →We pair 10% niacinamide with glycerin and sodium hyaluronate for hydration, plus allantoin for a comfortable skin feel.
Ingredient research on a 2% niacinamide + 1% panthenol gel, not a clinical test of BRÖN. Our formula contains 10% niacinamide; a higher concentration does not establish greater results. Individual results vary.
04 / The offer
Two bottles.
The bar is on us.
Stock your morning routine for about 90 days. Buy two Oil Control bottles in a one-time purchase and get a full-size Charcoal Cleanse soap bar free.
Cleanse first. Serum second. The bar fits right into the routine.
One free bar per qualifying order. One-time purchases only. About 45 days per bottle; use varies.
- 2 × Oil Control
- $60
- Charcoal Cleanse soap
$20FREE- Total product value
- $80
- You pay
- $60
05 / One bottle. Four jobs.
Less shine.
More to like.
Visible oil
Niacinamide helps reduce the look of excess oil, especially across the T-zone.
Pore appearance
A focused daily step for the appearance of enlarged pores and uneven-looking texture.
Hydration
Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate help attract moisture so oil control doesn’t mean skipping hydration.
Comfort
Allantoin and a fragrance-free formula keep the focus on a comfortable skin feel.
06 / Your morning
Ten seconds.
Then get on with it.
One serum step. No complicated routine.
01 Cleanse.
Wash your face and pat dry.
02 Apply.
Tap a small, pea-sized amount gently over your face and neck.
03 Finish.
Follow with moisturizer and broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher.
07 / Customer reviews
From men
who use it.
08 / Good questions
Know what
you’re getting.
How long before I see a difference?
Give a consistent routine several weeks, using the same lighting when you assess your skin. The timeline above shows ingredient-study checkpoints, not guaranteed results for BRÖN. Your skin and routine affect your experience.
Will niacinamide stop my skin producing oil?
Your skin needs some oil. The goal is less visible shine and a comfortable, hydrated feel—not switching your oil glands off. See the research section for what niacinamide studies measured.
Will it feel heavy or dry me out?
The lightweight serum includes glycerin and sodium hyaluronate for hydration and contains no added fragrance. Start with a small amount, patch test, and stop if irritation occurs. Follow with your usual moisturizer.
What’s included with two bottles?
Choose two bottles as a one-time purchase and a full-size Charcoal Cleanse soap bar is added free. The offer includes one free bar per qualifying order. Subscriptions save on the serum instead and do not include the gift.
How do subscriptions work?
One bottle ships every 45 days; two bottles ship together every 90 days. The price shown is charged each delivery. Pause or cancel anytime through your subscription account.
What is the full ingredient list?
Aqua, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Ferment Filtrate, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Allantoin, Propylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hydroxide.
What about shipping and returns?
Shipping is calculated at checkout. To request a return, contact us within 30 calendar days of delivery. Products must be unopened, unused and in original packaging. You pay return shipping unless the order arrived damaged or we sent the wrong item.
09 / Make it your morning
Put Oil Control
on your counter.
10% niacinamide. Hydration built in. Choose one bottle to start or two with a free soap bar.
What is actually in itFour key ingredients. What each does.
- 10% niacinamide
- Helps reduce visible shine and refine the look of pores.
- Hyaluronic acid (sodium hyaluronate)
- Helps attract and retain moisture for softer, hydrated skin.
- Glycerin
- Helps hold on to moisture, keeping skin feeling soft and comfortable.
- Allantoin
- Helps soothe and condition skin for a comfortable feel.