Description
The Vita Niacinamide Dark Spot Cream by Round Lab is a brightening and tone-correcting cream designed to visibly reduce dark spots, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), sun-induced pigmentation and uneven skin tone. The formula features a Triple Vita Activer™ complex comprising sea buckthorn (Hippophae Rhamnoides) water + fruit extract + a stabilized vitamin C derivative (3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid) combined with niacinamide (vitamin B3) and tranexamic acid for enhanced brightening.
It also includes calming/repairing agents like panthenol and bisabolol to support sensitive or compromised skin.The lightweight yet rich texture allows it to serve as both a treatment and moisturising-cream step.
Size: 50ML
Skin Type
Normal to combination, dry and especially sensitive skin types that are showing signs of uneven tone, dark spots, sun spots or post-acne marks.
Skin that uses treatment serums and is ready for a brightening cream step.
Skin with some barrier stress or flaky patches (since the formula includes soothing/water-rich components) — though still needs caution if barrier is severely compromised.
Key Benefits
Brightens and evens skin tone: Niacinamide + tranexamic acid + stabilized vitamin C work together to fade dark spots and reduce visible discoloration.
Hydrates & comforts: The sea buckthorn water and fruit extract deliver hydration, while panthenol and bisabolol soothe skin and reduce post-treatment or post-breakout irritation.
Lightweight cream texture: Allows comfortable layer-under moisturiser or sunscreen; less likely to feel heavy or occlusive.
Gentle enough for sensitive skin tone-correction: Formulation states suitability for sensitive skin with “less irritation, daily blemish care” claims.
Key Ingredients
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) — multi-tasking ingredient: supports barrier, reduces sebum, improves tone and refines texture.
Tranexamic Acid — a brightening agent often used for stubborn dark spots and melasma-type pigmentation.
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C derivative) — stable vitamin C form that supports brightening and antioxidant protection.
Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Water + Fruit Extract — antioxidant rich botanical; part of the “Triple Vita Activer™” complex for tone and vitality.
Panthenol + Bisabolol — soothing/hydrating ingredients good for vulnerable barrier skin and calming sensation.
Ingredients List
Hippophae Rhamnoides Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Phenyl Trimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Trehalose, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Panthenol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Water, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tranexamic Acid, Glutathione, Bisabolol, 3-o-ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Gluconolactone
Disclaimer: We do our best to provide accurate and up-to-date product information. However, formulations may change without notice. For the most current ingredient list, usage instructions, and warnings, please refer to the product packaging prior to use.
Pregnancy and Nursing Safe
Yes, this cream appears reasonably safe for use during pregnancy & breastfeeding, although as always with actives it’s best to proceed with caution and patch test.
How to use
After cleansing and toning (and after any lighter serums), apply a moderate amount of the cream to your face, focusing on areas with uneven tone, dark spots or discoloration.
Gently massage and pat into your skin until fully absorbed. Because your skin has flaky dry patches and a weaker barrier, patting helps minimise friction.
Use daily — morning and/or evening. If used in the morning, follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen as the final step to protect from further pigmentation.
Frequency suggestion for your skin scenario:
Start with every other night or once a day while your barrier stabilises.
Once your skin tolerates it well and your barrier improves, you may use it nightly or morning+evening (depending on your full routine).
On days when your skin is especially compromised (flaky patches, post-breakout, open lesions) you may reduce to once daily or use it only in the evening and ensure a strong barrier cream on top.
Because your skin also has occasional cystic acne: on nights you use stronger treatments for acne or exfoliants, you might skip other brightening actives and use this cream as your single treatment step, to reduce overload.
