Does Bryan Johnson Take NMN? His NAD+ and Skin Routine Explained

Bryan Johnson portrait beside a My Dailys NMN pouch, with NAD+, skin cell and skincare icons and the heading “NMN, NAD+ & Skin”

Most conversations about NMN start with energy and healthy ageing. But there is another reason it attracts attention: your skin is made of cells, and those cells need NAD+ too.

That connection becomes especially interesting when you look at Bryan Johnson’s published routine. The entrepreneur behind Blueprint lists NMN among his morning supplements, while his skincare brand also discusses NMN as a topical ingredient.

So does Bryan Johnson take NMN, what does he say about skin health, and how much can we learn from his approach?

Does Bryan Johnson take NMN?

Yes—his published 2026 morning routine lists 500 mg of NMN. His broader Blueprint protocol lists either 450 mg of nicotinamide riboside (NR) or 500 mg of NMN. Both are precursors the body can use to make NAD+. [1] [2]

That gives us a clear answer based on his own publications. It also shows why dates matter: Johnson experiments with his routine, and a published list is a snapshot rather than confirmation of what he takes every single day.

What is NAD+, and why does it matter for skin cells?

NAD+ stands for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. It participates in reactions involved in cellular energy production and serves as a substrate for enzymes involved in maintaining and repairing DNA.

Those jobs matter in skin as well as elsewhere in the body. Skin cells face environmental stress, including ultraviolet radiation. Research into NAD+ metabolism asks how the availability of this molecule influences their ability to function and respond to damage.

For example, a recent experimental study found that depleting NAD+ in mouse epidermis disrupted DNA-repair-related activity and caused inflammation. Delivering NMN through the skin improved some of those outcomes in that model. [5]

This helps explain the scientific interest in NAD+ and skin health. It does not establish that taking an NMN capsule will produce the same effects in human skin.

What does Bryan Johnson say about NMN in skincare?

Blueprint’s article How to Keep Your Skin Young identifies three skincare ingredients: SFC, NMN and hyaluronic acid. It describes NMN as an NAD+ precursor and discusses its potential role in skin-barrier support and antioxidant defences when used in skincare formulations. [3]

This is the part that often gets lost in short videos: his skincare discussion concerns NMN applied to the skin. His morning supplement list concerns NMN taken by mouth. They involve the same molecule, but different routes and formulations.

Research on a serum cannot automatically be used to claim that a capsule reduces wrinkles. Equally, a blood test showing higher NAD+ does not tell us exactly what changed inside someone’s skin.

Did Bryan Johnson reverse his skin age with NMN?

In his published protocol, Johnson says:

“I reversed my skin age by the equivalent of 9 years.”

That is his personal report about a wider skin programme. His routine includes skincare, sun protection, lifestyle changes and professional treatments, with imaging used to assess his skin. [2]

It is an interesting story, but it cannot isolate NMN as the cause. Skin-age estimates also should not be interpreted as proof that every cell—or someone’s whole body—has become nine years younger.

The useful lesson is to look at the whole routine before giving one ingredient all the credit.

Can oral NMN increase NAD+ levels?

Human studies have found that oral NMN can increase blood NAD+ under the conditions tested. One randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study involving 30 healthy participants reported higher whole-blood NAD+ after NMN supplementation. [4]

That supports the biological link between NMN and NAD+. However, an increase in a blood marker is a different outcome from visibly younger skin, fewer wrinkles or longer life. The study does not establish those benefits.

For skin health, the key question is therefore more specific: does a particular oral NMN dose improve a meaningful skin outcome in humans? The sources discussed here do not settle that question.

What can you take from Bryan Johnson’s skin routine?

You do not need to recreate an intensive protocol to pay more attention to your skin. His own skincare article starts with everyday foundations: sleep, exercise, food choices and limiting UV exposure before adding specialist products. [3]

For us at My Dailys, the interest in NAD+ is part of a wider conversation about looking after yourself consistently. Understanding how an ingredient works is useful. Knowing what the evidence can—and cannot—show is just as useful.

Why we focus on clear ingredients and independent testing

If you choose an NMN supplement, look beyond a famous name or a dramatic headline. Check the amount per capsule, the full ingredient list and the available independent test results.

My Dailys NMN provides 500 mg per capsule in a vegan capsule, with no added fillers or binders. We publish independent testing so you can review the certificates yourself. Testing helps assess product quality; it does not prove a cosmetic or anti-ageing outcome. [6]

Want to see exactly what is in our NMN? Explore My Dailys NMN and view our third-party testing results.

Frequently asked questions

How much NMN does Bryan Johnson take?

His published April 2026 morning routine lists 500 mg. His broader protocol lists 500 mg NMN or 450 mg NR. These describe his routine, rather than a dosage recommendation for readers.

Does Bryan Johnson use NMN on his skin?

NMN is included in the ingredients discussed for Blueprint’s skincare approach. Topical use should be considered separately from his oral supplementation.

Does NMN make skin look younger?

NAD+ biology gives researchers a reason to investigate NMN and skin health. The evidence discussed here does not establish that oral NMN reliably makes human skin look younger.

Is NMN the same as niacinamide?

No. NMN and niacinamide, also called nicotinamide, are different molecules connected to NAD+ metabolism. Evidence about niacinamide skincare should not be presented as evidence for NMN capsules.

This article discusses published routines and research for general information. Bryan Johnson and Blueprint do not endorse or have an affiliation with My Dailys. Supplements do not replace a balanced diet, sun protection or appropriate medical care. Follow your product’s directions and ask a healthcare professional about suitability if you take medicines or have a medical condition, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.