メラノCC skincare

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

メラノCC is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 2005 and owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd..

Melano CC is widely loved for its targeted serums and carefully balanced formulas. Its products suit dull, uneven, and acne-prone skin best, thanks to their clarifying and brightening effects. For specific concerns, the C Anti-Spot Essence stands out as the primary solution for acne-prone skin. Users consistently appreciate how reliably these treatments refine and balance the complexion over time.

This page covers some of the most popular メラノCC products; for the whole メラノCC range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

メラノCC serums and treatments

Questions and answers

Is メラノCC worth it?

Yes, the メラノCC products on this page are worth considering because Lovi rates the メラノCC-focused routine Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin. Additionally, topical vitamin C helps brighten skin and reduce signs of aging.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

What are メラノCC's best products?

The メラノCC products on this page include the C serum, which Lovi rates Average across all skin types.

Does メラノCC cause breakouts?

Melano CC is unlikely to cause breakouts, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin. The C serum on this page is rated Average for acne-prone skin.

Is メラノCC fragrance-free?

Yes, every product in the selection of メラノCC products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What are the key ingredients in メラノCC products?

The key ingredients in the メラノCC products on this page include vitamin C forms such as ascorbic acid and ascorbyl glucoside, which help brighten skin and address dark spots. Lovi rates the routine Superior for acne-prone, oily, sensitive, combination, and dry skin.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020 Journal of Periodontology, 2009

How do I build a メラノCC skincare routine?

To build a skincare routine with メラノCC, you can use the C serum, which Lovi rates Average for dry, oily, and sensitive skin. The メラノCC products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. Lovi rates the メラノCC-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

What are good alternatives to メラノCC?

Good alternatives to explore include Biore, Hada Labo, Shiseido, SK-II, Shiseido Senka, and DHC. These similar skincare brands also have dedicated pages on Lovi for comparison.

メラノCC vs Biore: which is better?

Biore and the メラノCC products on this page are both good options, as Lovi rates the Biore-focused routine and the メラノCC-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

Who owns メラノCC, and where is it from?

メラノCC is a Japanese brand founded in 2005, owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd..

rohto.co.jp rohto.com.kh

Is メラノCC cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list メラノCC as cruelty-free.

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Research behind メラノCC's key ingredients

Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence
Hyaluronic acid · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
Anti-aging and brightening effects of a topical treatment containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract: A split-face, randomized controlled trial
Ascorbic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Effects of ascorbic acid on gingival melanin pigmentation in vitro and in vivo
Ascorbyl glucoside · Journal of Periodontology, 2009
Effect of a topical antioxidant serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and ferulic acid after Q-switched 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser for treatment of environment-induced skin pigmentation
Ascorbic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study
Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

2 more studies

A Double-Blind, 12-Week Study to Evaluate the Antiaging Efficacy of a Cream Containing the NFκB Inhibitor 4-Hexyl-1, 3-Phenylenediol and Ascorbic Acid-2 Glucoside in Adult Females
Ascorbyl glucoside · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2016
Treatment with Ascorbyl Glucoside-Arginine Complex Ameliorates Solar Lentigos
Ascorbyl glucoside · International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2024

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Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its 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.

Nadia Kapleva, MS

Co-founder, Medical Director

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
Alexey Shagraev, PhD

Co-founder, CEO and CTO

PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

Medical Board

Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
Aishani Shah, MD

Medical Board

Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
Asya Zubkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
Hanna Kurets, MD

Medical Board, Medical Advisor

Dermatology MD
Elina Nazarenko, MD

Medical Board

Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
Victoria Derkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist