TIA'M Vita B3 Source for oily skin
Niacinamide
Arbutin
Sodium Hyaluronate
Allantoin
Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateAverage
- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily skin; other serums fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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, as niacinamide and arbutin help regulate seboregulation and melanogenesis, which is beneficial for your oily skin.
- The inclusion of Allantoin and Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate provides soothing effects, further supporting your skin's comfort.
- The product is safe for your oily skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of beneficial soothing components.
How to apply
- Use this serum in your PM routine. Start by applying it 3 times a week and build up to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toning, but right before your moisturizer for the best results.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin. Let it absorb ⏱ for a minute before applying the next product.
- Apply the serum on clean and dry skin since your skin is not sensitive and you want to target oily shine. This helps control excess oil throughout the night.
- Avoid the delicate eye area and do a patch test before using the serum for the very first time.
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
How well does TIA'M Vita B3 Source work for oily skin?
This treatment works for your oily skin by offering moderate brightening and soothing comfort, though other products fit your skin better. To better manage oily shine and large pores, an oily skin type needs ingredients like niacinamide, zinc PCA, and ferulic acid combined with barrier-supporting ceramides.
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for oily skin?
Niacinamide and arbutin make this serum a good fit for your oily skin by helping control oil and brighten your skin tone, while allantoin and dipotassium glycyrrhizate add soothing comfort. To fit oily skin even better, a treatment of this type needs powerful oil-controlling ingredients like niacinamide or zinc PCA, along with lightweight hydrators and pore-clearing extracts that manage shine without clogging pores.
What does Niacinamide do for oily skin?
Niacinamide helps balance oily skin by significantly reducing excess oil production and shine. It is well tolerated and may improve skin texture without clogging pores.
Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2006Antioxidants, 2021
What does Arbutin do for oily skin?
Arbutin helps fade dark spots and uneven patches on oily skin while keeping irritation rare. It lightens skin discolorations and manages dark spots without feeling heavy, though a product of this type also needs soothing and oil-controlling ingredients to keep oily skin balanced and clear.
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine after cleansing and toning, and before moisturizing. Oily skin often benefits from treatments containing niacinamide, arbutin, and soothing ingredients like allantoin to help balance oil and brighten skin tone safely.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment with retinol by applying this serum first and following with your retinol once it absorbs. This product helps calm and brighten your oily skin while maintaining a safe profile, though an oily skin routine often works best with lightweight hydrators and oil-balancing ingredients.
How often should I use this serum?
You can use this treatment in your evening routine, as Lovi routines place treatments in the PM for simplicity and safety around sun exposure. This product works for your oily skin, though oily skin often fits best with lightweight, oil-controlling ingredients like salicylic acid or zinc to manage shine.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This treatment may cause breakouts for oily skin, as some reviewers report this issue. Oily skin needs lightweight, non-comedogenic ingredients and oil-controlling elements to prevent clogged pores without causing blemishes.
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, 2002A 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, 2020A topical formulation containing panthenol, niacinamide, and dipotassium glycyrrhizate increased skin hydration by 74.1% and reduced transepidermal water loss by 13.5% at 28 days compared to baseline and untreated control in 35 individuals with xerosis.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026Topical 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, 2016An 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, 2018Prophylactic application of a topical scar gel containing Allium cepae extract, allantoin, and heparin significantly improves patient-assessed scar color, stiffness, and irregularity compared to no treatment in women following a cesarean section.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2014Combining 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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