Mela B3 Dark Spot Serum With Melasyl™ + Niacinamide

Brand price

USD 60.99 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.

Key Ingredients

• Vitamin E1

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol

• Retinoid1

  Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.

  Retinyl Palmitate

• AHA1

  Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

  Citric Acid

• Hyaluronic acid1

  Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.

  Sodium Hyaluronate

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

Benefits

• Hydrating7

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair9

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Bis-Peg/Ppg-16/16 Peg/Ppg-16/16 Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Octyldodecanol, Propylene Glycol, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation1

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

• Redness Reducing1

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Niacinamide

• Anti-Aging1

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Retinyl Palmitate

• Smoothing7

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Bis-Peg/Ppg-16/16 Peg/Ppg-16/16 Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Octyldodecanol, Retinyl Palmitate

• Brightening2

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Niacinamide

• Dark Spots1

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Niacinamide

• Even Tone1

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Niacinamide

• Acne Fighting2

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide, Retinyl Palmitate

• Oil Control2

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Niacinamide, Retinyl Palmitate

• Pore Refining1

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Niacinamide

• Exfoliating1

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Citric Acid

• Antioxidant2

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tocopherol

• Anti-Pollution4

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Dimethicone, Glycerin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tocopherol

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne2

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Octyldodecanol, PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Retinyl Palmitate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Irritation3

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Parfum, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Eczema1

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Parfum

• May Worsen Rosacea1

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Parfum

Dupes

• La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Double Dose Discoloration Treatment with Melasyl™76% match
• SkinCeuticals Hyaluronic Acid Intensifier Multi-Glycan76% match
• La Roche-Posay Retinol B3 Pure Retinol Serum71% match
• No7 Future Renew™ Damage Reversal Night Serum69% match
• CeraVe Skin Renewing Super Boost Serum67% match
• No7 Future Renew™ Damage Reversal Serum66% match