Rohto Mentholatum
budgetEst. 1899· Japan
Pharmaceutical-grade skincare accessible to everyone
OilyAcne-ProneCombination
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The pharmacy giant behind Hada Labo and Melano CC — massive R&D budget delivering at drugstore prices.
Strengths
- + Pharmaceutical research backing
- + Incredible value
- + Wide product range
Weaknesses
- − Clinical packaging
- − Some products contain fragrance
The Rohto Mentholatum Story
Founded in 1899, Rohto is one of Japan largest pharmaceutical companies, producing everything from eye drops to the cult-favorite Melano CC line.
All Rohto Mentholatum Products
3 products reviewed and rated.
Treatment
8.8/10
Melano CC Intensive Anti-Spot Essence
Japan cult-favorite vitamin C — a tube lasts forever and fades dark spots at a fraction of Western serum prices.
OilyCombinationAcne-Prone
Treatment
8.7/10
Melano CC Premium Brightening Essence
The upgraded version of the cult Rohto Melano CC Essence. Same pure L-ascorbic acid formula, now with added vitamin E and panthenol. For under $20, nothing in the vitamin C serum category competes on price/performance — the only real downside is the strong citrusy-medicinal scent.
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