# Rohto Mentholatum skincare

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Rohto Mentholatum is an American skincare brand founded in 1889 and owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. since 1988.

[en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rohto_Pharmaceutical) [mentholatum.com.au](https://mentholatum.com.au/about-us/)

Rohto Mentholatum is cherished for gentle [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/serum) and carefully balanced formulas. Its products suit dry, oily, and sensitive skin types best. For acne-prone skin, the standout product is the Melano CC [Vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/vitamin-c) Essence. These thoughtful offerings nurture the complexion with dependable, daily care.

This page covers some of the most popular Rohto Mentholatum products; for the whole Rohto Mentholatum range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pg21ff460d0c).

### Rohto Mentholatum [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/serum) and treatments

#### Serums and treatments

- [Melano CC Vitamin C Essence](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/p/rohto-mentholatum/melano-cc-vitamin-c-essence/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€10.10 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.it/dp/B099K4ZGC2?tag=lovi-care-web-product09-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

## Questions and answers

### Is Rohto Mentholatum worth it?

Rohto Mentholatum is worth considering for oily, sensitive, and acne-prone skin, where Lovi rates its routines Superior compared to similar brands. The Rohto Mentholatum products on this page help keep formulas simple by listing no fragrance in their ingredients.

### What are Rohto Mentholatum's best products?

Melano CC [Vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/vitamin-c) Essence is among the best products from Rohto Mentholatum, as Lovi rates it High for acne-prone skin, oily acne-prone skin, and mature skin. The Rohto Mentholatum products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

### Does Rohto Mentholatum cause breakouts?

Rohto Mentholatum is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the Melano CC Vitamin C Essence rates High for acne-prone and oily acne-prone skin.

### Is Rohto Mentholatum fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the Rohto Mentholatum products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

### What are the key ingredients in Rohto Mentholatum products?

The Rohto Mentholatum products on this page use active vitamin c, [vitamin e](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/vitamin-e) derivatives, and [dipotassium glycyrrhizate](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/licorice-root) as their key ingredients. These ingredients help brighten dark spots, calm the skin, and improve signs of aging.

[Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31975502/) [Urologia Internationalis, 2019](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30991399/)

### How do I build a Rohto Mentholatum skincare routine?

To build a Rohto Mentholatum routine, use the Melano CC Vitamin C Essence [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/serum) to help brighten dark spots and smooth skin. Lovi rates the Rohto Mentholatum-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

[Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31975502/)

### Where can I buy Rohto Mentholatum, and how much does it cost?

Rohto Mentholatum is available at stores in Italy, with prices on this page ranging from €10.10 to €10.10.

### What are good alternatives to Rohto Mentholatum?

Good alternatives to Rohto Mentholatum with pages on Lovi include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These similar brands offer options that shoppers can explore depending on their specific skin needs.

### Rohto Mentholatum vs CeraVe: which is better?

Rohto Mentholatum is better for dry skin, where Lovi rates the Rohto Mentholatum-focused routine Superior and the CeraVe-focused routine High. For oily, sensitive, acne-prone, and combination skin, both brands rate Superior, making them equally good choices depending on your preference.

### Who owns Rohto Mentholatum, and where is it from?

Rohto Mentholatum is an American brand founded in 1889, owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. since 1988.

[en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rohto_Pharmaceutical) [mentholatum.com.au](https://mentholatum.com.au/about-us/)

### Is Rohto Mentholatum cruelty-free?

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

## Research behind Rohto Mentholatum's key ingredients

- [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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31975502/) Ascorbic acid active vitamin c · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Vitamin C mesotherapy versus topical application for gingival hyperpigmentation: a clinical and histopathological study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33966113/) Ascorbic acid active vitamin c · Clinical Oral Investigations, 2021
- [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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32052907/) Ascorbic acid active vitamin c · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Stable Ozonides with Vitamin E Acetate versus Corticosteroid in the Treatment of Lichen Sclerosus in Foreskin: Evaluation of Effects on Inflammation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30991399/) Tocopheryl acetate vitamin e derivative · Urologia Internationalis, 2019
- [Sunscreens and Cosmetic Formulations Containing Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate and Rice Peptides for the Improvement of Skin Photoaging: A Double-blind, Randomized Placebo-controlled Clinical Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33529350/) Vitamin c tetraisopalmitate · Photochemistry and Photobiology, 2021
- [Clinical evidence of the efficacy and safety of a new 3-in-1 anti-aging topical night serum-in-oil containing melatonin, bakuchiol, and ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate: 103 females treated from 28 to 84 days](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30924254/) Vitamin c tetraisopalmitate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
- [Antioxidant-based topical formulations influence on the inflammatory response of Japanese skin: A clinical study using non-invasive techniques](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28385617/) Vitamin c tetraisopalmitate · European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2017
- [Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Based Gel Containing α-Tocopherol and α-Tocopheryl Acetate for Synergistic Cutaneous Antiaging Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41309687/) Tocopheryl acetate vitamin e derivative · Scientific Reports, 2025
- [Prospective randomized double-blind comparative study of topical acetyl zingerone with tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate versus tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate alone on facial photoaging](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38525606/) Vitamin c tetraisopalmitate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
- [Safety assessment on comedogenicity of dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate in Asian subjects: A double-blind randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34471722/) Tocopheryl acetate vitamin e derivative · Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021
- [Efficacy of a Topical Formulation on Skin Hydration and Barrier Function in Individuals With Xerosis: A 28-Day Randomized, Split-Leg, Untreated-Controlled Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42108609/) Dipotassium glycyrrhizate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind these ratings: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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