TIA'M Vita B3 Source for mature skin
Niacinamide
Arbutin
Sodium Hyaluronate
Allantoin
Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateHigh
- HighNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for mature skin; a few serums fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate brightening and evening of skin tone due to the presence of niacinamide and arbutin, which are beneficial for your normal skin by improving overall complexion.
- Niacinamide and sodium hyaluronate provide hydration and barrier repair, supporting your goal of addressing wrinkles and fine lines.
- The product is safe for your normal skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use this serum in your PM routine. Start by applying it 3 times a week, and work up to daily use if your skin likes it.
- Apply this serum after your toner and before your moisturizer.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and let it absorb for a minute.
- You can apply the serum on dry skin for the best results against fine lines.
- Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid the sensitive eye area.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 1.9k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this serum is highly recommended for oily and acne-prone skin, effectively regulating sebum and fading post-acne marks without causing dryness. Most users report a brighter, more even complexion. However, a small number of users with sensitive skin experienced irritation or breakouts, likely due to the high niacinamide concentration.
Highlights
Fades dark spots Mostly Mentioned
- “Lightened acne scars”
- “Faded sun spots”
- “Evens skin tone”
- “Helped with PIH”
- “Removed pigmentation”
Controls oil Often Mentioned
- “Reduces excess sebum”
- “Less oily T-zone”
- “Controls shine”
- “Balances oiliness”
- “Skin feels less greasy”
Lightweight texture Often Mentioned
- “Absorbs quickly”
- “Watery consistency”
- “Not heavy”
- “Layers well”
- “Non-greasy finish”
Hydrating formula Sometimes Noted
- “Non-drying”
- “Plumps the skin”
- “Hydrating finish”
- “Doesn't strip moisture”
- “Good for dehydrated skin”
Refines skin Sometimes Noted
- “Smoother skin”
- “Pores look smaller”
- “Reduces texture”
- “Softens skin”
- “Improves overall clarity”
Causes breakouts Sometimes Noted
- “Caused cystic acne”
- “Gave me whiteheads”
- “Bad purging”
- “Developed closed comedones”
- “Triggered fungal acne”
No visible results Rarely Noted
- “Did nothing for spots”
- “No change in pigmentation”
- “Ineffective for melasma”
- “Just a basic serum”
- “Saw no difference”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “Dropper is messy”
- “Product crystallizes on rim”
- “Leaked in transit”
- “Hard to get last drops”
- “Bottle cap issues”
Skin irritation Rarely Noted
- “Stinging sensation”
- “Caused redness”
- “Too strong”
- “Burned my skin”
- “Sensitized my barrier”
Sticky finish Rarely Noted
- “Leaves sticky residue”
- “Tacky feeling”
- “Takes time to dry”
- “Feels sticky if layered”
- “Slightly tacky”
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Questions and answers
What makes TIA'M Vita B3 Source a great fit for mature skin?
TIA'M Vita B3 Source is a great fit because it contains niacinamide and arbutin, which help brighten and even out your complexion. Niacinamide and sodium hyaluronate also provide hydration and barrier repair to support your goal of smoothing out wrinkles and fine lines, all with a very low risk of irritation.
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for mature skin?
Niacinamide, arbutin, and sodium hyaluronate make this serum a great fit by providing hydration, brightening uneven skin tone, and helping smooth out wrinkles and fine lines. Niacinamide and sodium hyaluronate also support your skin barrier and help improve signs of aging.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Scientific Reports, 2024
What does Niacinamide do for mature skin?
Niacinamide helps mature skin by smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles, reducing dark spots, and improving overall skin elasticity. It is also very well tolerated and supports a strong skin barrier to keep skin looking healthy.
What does Arbutin do for mature skin?
Arbutin helps brighten dark spots and evens out skin tone while providing gentle care for mature skin. It may also help calm inflammation and support firmness in skin exposed to everyday damage.
Where does it go in a skincare routine for mature skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine, after cleansing and before moisturizing, to gently brighten the complexion and smooth fine lines. Niacinamide and sodium hyaluronate help hydrate the skin and support barrier repair, while the formula is very safe and unlikely to cause irritation.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this serum with retinol by applying the serum first to give your skin a boost of hydration and brighten your complexion, followed by retinol once it absorbs. Niacinamide and sodium hyaluronate help support your skin barrier and smooth fine lines safely without irritation.
How often should I use it?
You can use this treatment in your evening routine for simplicity and extra safety around sun exposure. Niacinamide and arbutin help brighten skin and even tone over weeks of regular use, while sodium hyaluronate and allantoin keep skin hydrated and calm.
Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?
This product may occasionally cause breakouts, as some shoppers with mature skin have experienced this issue. However, it is unlikely to cause severe irritation or other adverse reactions because it is free of harsh ingredients.
Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Niacinamide significantly decreased hyperpigmentation and increased skin lightness compared with vehicle alone after 4 weeks of use in women by inhibiting melanosome transfer.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Treatment with a combination of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid improved skin aging signs and demonstrated a senomorphic effect by decreasing SASP and autocrine signaling genes in women.
Scientific Reports, 2024Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005A non-hydroquinone topical formulation (SKNB19) improved hyperpigmentation by 28.5% in patient self-assessment and 27% in independent reviewer assessment compared with 4% hydroquinone in 18 adult subjects, while showing significantly less irritation and better tolerability.
Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020Encapsulation of alpha arbutin in an optimized ethosomal gel significantly improved skin melanin reduction, moisture content, and elasticity in human volunteers compared to conventional formulations.
Heliyon, 2023Combining a home-based radiofrequency device and arbutin cream reduced mMASI scores by 25.6% and melanin index by 22.8% at 8 weeks compared to baseline in 38 participants.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018Combining 755 nm alexandrite laser with topical licorice gel significantly reduces terminal hair counts compared to alexandrite laser with placebo in women with idiopathic hirsutism.
Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2015Licochalcone A activated Nrf2 signaling, elevated cytoprotective enzymes, increased the reduced-to-oxidized glutathione ratio, and decreased reactive oxygen species in human fibroblasts and neutrophils, while a LicA-rich licorice extract lowered UVA-induced oxidative processes in vivo.
Experimental Dermatology, 2015Bioactive glycyrrhizic acid and oxymatrine ionic liquid self-assembled nanomicelles significantly promoted the transdermal permeation, subcutaneous retention, and anti-photoaging efficacy of palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 in cellular and animal models compared to unformulated peptide.
Advanced Science, 2025
Ingredients
Water, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Arbutin, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Lindera Erythrocarpa Extract, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Geranium Thunbergii Extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Methylpropanediol, Laurylpyridinium Chloride, Chlorphenesin, 1,2-Hexanediol
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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