Acne-Prone / Melano CC Vitamin C Essence
Rohto
~$9
Melano CC Vitamin C Brightening Essence
A cult-favorite Japanese drugstore staple for fading acne marks and evening out tone, at a fraction of the price of premium vitamin C serums. It's concentrated, so a little goes a long way — this is a targeted brightening step, not a replacement for basic hydration.
Good for
- Post-acne marks and hyperpigmentation
- Brightening on a budget compared to premium vitamin C serums
- Layering into an existing routine as a targeted step, not a full replacement
Maybe skip if
- Your skin is currently very sensitive or inflamed — vitamin C can sting on compromised skin, patch test first
- You want an all-in-one hydrator — pair it with a lotion like Hada Labo or Naturie