Rohto Melano CC Medicated Anti-Dark Spot Whitening Emulsion
Works for
Evens skin toneAscorbic acid, Ascorbyl glucoside + 1 moreWorks well
“Buy Rohto Melano CC Medicated Anti-Dark Spot Whitening Emulsion in Australia , Korean Skincare Online Store”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: ascorbic acid.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: ascorbyl glucoside, dipotassium glycyrrhizate.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
MoisturizingDipotassium glycyrrhizate, Glycerin + 6 moreWorks
“Moisturizes skin with Alpinia Katsumadai Seed Extract, Lemon Extract, and Grapefruit Extract Contains active anti-inflammatory ingredient Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
dipotassium glycyrrhizate, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: dimethicone, cetyl alcohol.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Ascorbic acid, Ascorbyl glucosideWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (ascorbic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - ascorbyl glucoside also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Ascorbic acid, Ascorbyl glucosideWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains ascorbic acid.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: ascorbyl glucoside.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus limon fruit extract, Citrus grandis extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Ascorbyl glucoside~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideDipotassium glycyrrhizate~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateAscorbic acid~4.8–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidCitrus limon fruit extract~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractCitrus grandis extract~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Alpinia katsumadai seed extract~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinButylene glycol~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolPentylene glycol~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolButylene glycol~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolGlyceryl cocoate~1–1.5%
Sorbitan stearate~0.8–1.2%
Cetyl alcohol~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholPeg-40 stearate~0.55–1.25%
Polyethylene~0.9–1.4%
Paraffin~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinDimethicone~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconePotassium hydroxide~0.45–1.05%
Phenoxyethanol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBehenyl alcohol~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholSodium citrate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateAcrylates/methacrylamide copolymer~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumEdta~0.15–0.6%
Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseCitric acid~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidWater~0.15–0.5%
Parfum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Ascorbyl glucoside, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Ascorbic acid, Citrus limon fruit extract, Citrus grandis extract, Alpinia katsumadai seed extract, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Unknown, Butylene glycol, Glyceryl cocoate, Sorbitan stearate, Cetyl alcohol, Peg-40 stearate, Polyethylene, Unknown, Paraffin, Dimethicone, Potassium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Behenyl alcohol, Sodium citrate, Unknown, Acrylates/methacrylamide copolymer, Xanthan gum, Edta, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Citric acid, Water, Parfum
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| RohtoMelano CC Medicated Anti-Dark Spot Whitening EmulsionYOUR PRODUCT | SkinCeuticalsAnti-Aging Regimen | JUMISOAll Day Vitamin Pure C 5.5 Glow Serum | Institut EsthedermIntensive Vitamin C Dual Concentrate Brightening Booster-Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 85% | 84% |
| Price | — | — | $6.75 | $48.79 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Dipeptide-2 | Alpha-Arbutin | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Rohto - Buy Rohto Melano CC Medicated Anti-Dark Spot Whitening Emulsion in Australia - Korean Skincare Online Store" is effective for: Evens skin tone and Anti-aging
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 4.80% - 7.30% It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production, neutralizing free radicals in skin and improving pigmentation marks. We recommend to use up this product quickly after opening: Ascorbic Acid degrades fast when it gets in contact with air and light. The moment the product turns orange, it is a sign that a significant share of the vitamin C in it is no longer effective.
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate in this product (4.60% - 6.90%) can also further help improve the skin barrier. It might be able to calm down inflammation and reduce sensitivity. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate is an active compound from the licorice root.
- Humectants (glycerin 1.80% - 2.70% and dipotassium glycyrrhizate 4.60% - 6.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 18.95A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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