Rohto Mentholatum Melano CC Men Anti-Blemish Concentration Brightening Lotion
Works for
Evens skin tone3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate + 1 moreMay help
“Packed with Vitamin C derivatives, this brightening lotion is specially designed for men to tone up skin, get rid of stubborn hyperpigmentation and prevent the formation of spots and freckles.”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, dipotassium glycyrrhizate.
MoisturizingDipotassium glycyrrhizate, Glycerin + 3 moreWorks
“It also contains dipotassium glycyrrhizinate to calm inflammation and moisturizing extracts to provide an extra hydration boost.”
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.
Anti-blemishNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Melano CC Men Anti-Blemish Concentration Brightening Lotion”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Ascorbic acidMay help
This product contains antioxidants (3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- High
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help 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 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidTin~6.8–10.1%
Unspecified form of vitamin c~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~3–4.6%
- 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~2.6–4%
- 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 grandis extract~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus limon fruit extract~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractMenthol~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Butylene 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 glycolAlcohol~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholGlycerin~1.1–1.7%
- 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 GlycerinEthyl glucoside~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholDimethicone crosspolymer~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface
More about Dimethicone crosspolymerDipropylene glycol~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolDimethicone crosspolymer~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface
More about Dimethicone crosspolymerDimethicone~0.8–1.2%
- 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 DimethiconeCyclohexane~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethoxydiglycol~0.35–0.85%
Phenoxyethanol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium citrate~0.15–0.65%
- 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 citrateCitric 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 acidXanthan gum~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumParfum~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Tin, Unspecified form of vitamin c, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Ascorbic acid, Citrus grandis extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Menthol, Butylene glycol, Unknown, Alcohol, Glycerin, Ethyl glucoside, Alcohol, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Dipropylene glycol, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Cyclohexane, Unknown, Ethoxydiglycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium citrate, Unknown, Citric acid, Xanthan gum, Unknown, Parfum
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Rohto MentholatumMelano CC Men Anti-Blemish Concentration Brightening LotionYOUR PRODUCT | BlissPro Brightening Serum | COSRXAdvanced The Vitamin C 23 Serum | LANEIGERadian-C Vitamin Spot Ampoule 10g | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 83% | 79% |
| Price | $13.80 | $34.00+$20.20 | $18.89+$5.09 | $29.46+$15.66 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Obagi C20 Serummelixir Mandarin Vitamin C5 Dark Spot Serum
Product summary
"Rohto Mentholatum - Melano CC Men Anti-Blemish Concentration Brightening Lotion" could be helpful for: Evens skin tone and Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 2.60% - 4.00% It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production, neutralizing free radicals in skin and improving pigmentation marks. We recommend to use up this product quickly after opening: Ascorbic Acid degrades fast when it gets in contact with air and light. The moment the product turns orange, it is a sign that a significant share of the vitamin C in it is no longer effective.
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate in this product (3.00% - 4.60%) can also further help improve the skin barrier. It might be able to calm down inflammation and reduce sensitivity. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate is an active compound from the licorice root.
- Humectants (glycerin 1.10% - 1.70% and dipotassium glycyrrhizate 3.00% - 4.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 13.80$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
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