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Melano CC メラノCC 薬用 しみ 集中対策 美容液 20mL Ad#Cosmetics & Skincare★4.8/7JP¥1,210 Melano CC メラノCC 薬用 しみ 集中対策 美容液 20mL Japan price
The math
Japan price incl. taxJP¥1,210
Tax-free price (paid in store)JP¥1,100
In USD≈ US$7
⚠️ Needs JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) at one store on one day
 Japan consumption tax 10% (food 8%)
@cosme rating ★ 4.8/7
Pros: Some users feel marks looked less noticeable with consistent use (user impressions, not a claimed effect)
Pros: Great value; can be used over the whole face
Pros: Light texture that absorbs easily
Cons: Results vary; some notice nothing
Cons: Dry skin finds it not moisturizing enough
 Pros and cons summarized by us from public reviews

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Melano CC Medicated Anti-Spot Essence 20mL

メラノCC 薬用 しみ 集中対策 美容液 20mL

Price JP¥1,210 · tax-free JP¥1,100
Flights Allowed with conditions
Source Rohto Pharmaceutical online store (official) · 10-23
Cosmetics & Skincare

As of 2026-10-23, the store price on Rohto Pharmaceutical online store (official) is JP¥1,210 (incl. tax); of the 21 destinations we check, it is allowed in all 21.

A quasi-drug essence with active vitamin C. Labeled to help prevent dark spots and freckles (quasi-drug claim) and to prevent acne. Just over ¥1,000 and a drugstore favorite; a pricier "Premium" version is also sold.

BestJapanBuyData updated 2026-10-24 · sources at the end

Store price (incl. tax) JP¥1,210. At a tax-free shop you pay the tax-free price JP¥1,100 at the register (≈ US$7).Below the threshold on its own: you need JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) at one store on one day to buy tax-free. How the new tax-free refund works ›

Customs rules differ by country and region. Will it work in your country? →

Flights: Allowed with conditions. Liquids/gels: on international flights, carry-on containers must be ≤100ml each, ≤1L total, in one resealable clear bag per person; check anything over 100ml

@cosme rating ★ 4.8/7 (5810 reviews), not our own rating.

Pros: Some users feel marks looked less noticeable with consistent use (user impressions, not a claimed effect); Great value; can be used over the whole face; Light texture that absorbs easily

Cons: Results vary; some notice nothing; Dry skin finds it not moisturizing enough; Some users mention price increases

Good for: People who want to help prevent sun-related dark spots and freckles, or try a vitamin C essence at a low price | Not for: Dry skin wanting a moisturizing texture, or anyone expecting quick results

Sold at drugstores, cosmetics shops and department store counters in Japan. Find the nearest store.

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Edited 2026-10-24 · prices for reference only · names: Melano CC Medicated Anti-Spot Essence 20mL / メラノCC 薬用 しみ 集中対策 美容液 20mL

Japan price and tax refund

Price in Japan

Store price
JP¥1,210
Tax-free price
JP¥1,100
In USD (reference)
≈ US$7

Japan price: Rohto Pharmaceutical online store (official), 2026-10-23
Below JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) on its own: combine purchases at one store on one day to buy tax-free
USD rate JP¥1 = US$0.006377 (2026-10-23) · Prices are for reference only; check in store.

How tax-free shopping works

Until Oct 31, 2026: show your passport at a tax-free shop and pay the tax-free price at the register (at least JP¥5,000 excl. tax per store per day).

Calculate the refund · New tax-free rules explained

Specs

BrandMelano CC / メラノCC（ロート製薬）
ModelメラノCC 薬用 しみ 集中対策 美容液 20mL
TypeSerum / essence
Skin type (per brand)TBD
Skin concern (brand focus)Brightening (helps prevent dark spots), Acne / rough skin
Volume20mL/g
Quasi-drug (薬用)Yes
Main sales channelDrugstore

Spec sources: Rohto Melano CC official site, @cosme product page

Taking it home: country by country

Customs rules differ by country; check your own customs authority before you travel. Pick your country to put it at the top.

Country / regionResultWhat to know
Mainland China Allowed Cosmetics and skincare: reasonable amounts for personal use can usually be brought in
Hong Kong Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Macao Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Taiwan Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Singapore Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
South Korea Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
United States Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Thailand Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Malaysia Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Philippines Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Vietnam Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Indonesia Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
India Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Australia Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
New Zealand Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Canada Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
United Kingdom Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Germany Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
France Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Italy Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Spain Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.

Flights (all destinations): Allowed with conditions: Liquids/gels: on international flights, carry-on containers must be ≤100ml each, ≤1L total, in one resealable clear bag per person; check anything over 100ml

This model: TBD. Results follow published standards; some buildings or hotels may differ.

Overseas vs Japan-only model

No counterpart model listed yet.

Reviews

Third-party rating: 4.8 / 7 (5810 reviews)
Rating source: @cosme, 2026-10-23
The rating comes from a third-party site and is not our own. Pros and cons are our summary of public reviews.

Pros

  • Some users feel marks looked less noticeable with consistent use (user impressions, not a claimed effect)
  • Great value; can be used over the whole face
  • Light texture that absorbs easily

Cons

  • Results vary; some notice nothing
  • Dry skin finds it not moisturizing enough
  • Some users mention price increases

Where to buy

In Japan

Sold at drugstores, cosmetics shops and department store counters in Japan.

Find the nearest store

Japanese phrases to show staff · Checkout checklist · Calculate the price after refund

Frequently asked questions

Can I take Melano CC メラノCC 薬用 しみ 集中対策 美容液 20mL home from Japan?

Of the 21 destinations we check, it is allowed in all 21. See the table "Taking it home: country by country" on this page for each country and region.

How much is the Melano CC メラノCC 薬用 しみ 集中対策 美容液 20mL in Japan tax-free?

As of 2026-10-23, the store price on Rohto Pharmaceutical online store (official) is JP¥1,210 including tax. Tax-free or after the refund it is JP¥1,100. It costs less than JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) on its own, so you need to combine purchases at one store on one day to buy tax-free. From Nov 1, 2026, you pay the tax-included price in store and get the tax refunded when you leave Japan (a fee may apply).

Where can I buy the Melano CC メラノCC 薬用 しみ 集中対策 美容液 20mL in Japan?

Sold at drugstores, cosmetics shops and department store counters in Japan. The price we list is from Rohto Pharmaceutical online store (official) (2026-10-23); prices in store may differ.

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