TIAM Vita B3 Source Serum is a lightweight brightening serum formulated with 10% Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) and 2% Arbutin. It is mainly designed to target dark spots, hyperpigmentation, acne marks, uneven skin tone and excess sebum. The official TIAM ingredient list confirms these concentrations.
✨ Main Benefits
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🌟 Brightens Dull Skin – Helps improve the appearance of a dull complexion.
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🎯 Dark Spot Care – Helps reduce the appearance of dark spots and pigmentation.
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💖 Acne Mark Care – Helps improve the appearance of post-acne marks and discoloration.
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✨ Evens Skin Tone – Promotes a more uniform and radiant-looking complexion.
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🧴 Sebum Control – Niacinamide helps manage excess oil and shine.
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🔍 Pore Care – Can help minimize the appearance of enlarged pores.
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💧 Hydrating – Sodium Hyaluronate helps maintain skin moisture.
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🌿 Soothing – Allantoin and Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate help comfort the skin.
⭐ Key Ingredients
1. Niacinamide 10%
The main active ingredient. It helps with:
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Uneven skin tone
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Dark spots
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Excess sebum
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Visible pores
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Dullness
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Skin-barrier support
2. Arbutin 2%
A targeted brightening ingredient that helps reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation, dark spots and post-acne discoloration.
3. Allantoin
Helps soothe and condition the skin, making the formula more comfortable to use.
4. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
A licorice-derived soothing ingredient that helps calm stressed-looking skin.
5. Sodium Hyaluronate
A form of hyaluronic acid that helps attract and retain moisture for a hydrated and plump-looking complexion.
6. Botanical Extracts
The formula includes Lindera Erythrocarpa, Cornus Officinalis and Geranium Thunbergii extracts for additional skin-conditioning benefits.
🧴 How to Use
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Cleanse your face.
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Apply toner.
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Apply 2–3 drops of TIAM Vita B3 Source Serum.
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Gently spread over the face and pat until absorbed.
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Follow with moisturizer.
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During the day, finish with SPF50 sunscreen.
🌞 Morning Routine
Cleanser → Toner → TIAM Vita B3 Serum → Moisturizer → SPF50 Sunscreen
🌙 Night Routine
Cleanser → Toner → TIAM Vita B3 Serum → Moisturizer
👩🦰 Suitable Skin Types
| Skin Type | Suitability |
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| Oily Skin | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Combination Skin | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Normal Skin | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Acne-Prone Skin | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Dry Skin | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Sensitive Skin | ⭐⭐⭐⭐* |
*If you have sensitive skin, start with a smaller amount or use it every other day initially. Some people can experience irritation from higher-strength niacinamide.
🎯 Best For
This serum is particularly suitable for:
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Dark spots
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Acne marks
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Hyperpigmentation
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Uneven skin tone
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Dullness
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Excess oil
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Visible pores
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Sun spots
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