Melano CC Premium Brightening Essence Serum 20ml

Melano CC Premium Brightening Essence is the upgraded formulation within the Melano CC line, identifiable by its yellow packaging and distinguished from the standard silver-packaged version by a significantly expanded active ingredient profile. Where the standard Melano CC contains two Vitamin C actives and two supporting actives, the Premium version features four forms of Vitamin C alongside four distinct actives targeting melanin suppression, sebum control, antibacterial activity, and anti-inflammatory action simultaneously. Like the standard version, it is classified as a Quasi-Drug (医薬部外品) under Japanese pharmaceutical regulation — a status that confirms its active ingredients are present at therapeutically validated concentrations, not merely as cosmetic additions. Rohto’s proprietary penetration technology ensures delivery of actives to the deeper layers of the stratum corneum where melanin synthesis originates. The air-tight narrow-spout aluminium tube prevents air exposure and the oxidative degradation of L-Ascorbic Acid.

• 4-type Vitamin C system — comprehensive multi-depth brightening: The defining upgrade of the Premium formulation is its four-component Vitamin C system, where each form of Vitamin C has a distinct chemical character, penetration depth, and mechanism of action.
• Allantoin — anti-inflammatory and skin repair active: Allantoin is a naturally occurring compound (found in comfrey root, wheat sprouts, and other botanical sources) used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals for its well-documented skin-soothing, anti-inflammatory, and keratolytic properties.
• Pyridoxine HCl (Vitamin B6) — sebum regulation active: Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6) is included as a Quasi-Drug active with a sebum-suppressing function. Excess sebum production is a contributing factor to acne formation, and by regulating sebaceous gland activity, Pyridoxine HCl helps reduce the oily skin conditions that predispose pores to congestion and inflammatory acne.
• O-Cymen-5-OL (Isopropylmethylphenol) and Tocopherol — antibacterial and antioxidant support: O-Cymen-5-OL is a phenolic antibacterial compound with targeted activity against Cutibacterium acnes, the primary acne-causing bacteria.

How to Use:

• Use in the morning and/or evening, after cleansing and applying toner.
• Dispense 4–5 drops from the tube onto the palm of the hand.
• Apply to areas of concern — dark spots, acne marks, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation — or spread across the entire face.
• Follow with moisturiser. Always apply sunscreen in the morning when using Vitamin C, as photosensitivity is increased.
• The air-tight narrow-spout tube is specifically designed to prevent oxidation of L-Ascorbic Acid; do not cut or widen the nozzle.
• Used at 4–5 drops daily, one 20ml tube lasts approximately 5–6 months.