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Japan price incl. taxJP¥587
Tax-free price (paid in store)JP¥534
In USD≈ US$3
⚠️ Needs JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) at one store on one day
 Japan consumption tax 10% (food 8%)
@cosme rating ★ 4.9/7
Pros: Affordable and dispensed drop by drop, so one tube lasts long
Pros: Light and non-sticky; many use it as a spot treatment
Pros: Some report less oil on the nose
Cons: Drop-by-drop dispensing makes full-face use tedious
Cons: Some feel stinging or itching, hard to use when skin is sensitive
 Pros and cons summarized by us from public reviews

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Melano CC Medicated Anti-Spot Premium Essence 20mL

メラノCC 薬用しみ 集中対策 プレミアム美容液 20mL

Price JP¥587 · tax-free JP¥534
Flights Allowed with conditions
Source Kakaku.com · 10-24
Cosmetics & Skincare Price under review

As of 2026-10-24, the lowest online price on Kakaku.com is JP¥587 (incl. tax); of the 21 destinations we check, it is allowed in all 21.

An upgraded version of Melano CC's vitamin C essence (quasi-drug), with 4 active ingredients including active vitamin C and vitamin B6. Labeled to suppress melanin, help prevent dark spots and freckles, and prevent acne (quasi-drug claims). The maker notes slight tingling may occur on application. The 20mL tube fits in a carry-on liquids bag.

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

Lowest online price (incl. tax) JP¥587 (shipping not included). At a tax-free shop you pay the tax-free price JP¥534 at the register (≈ US$3).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 ★ 4.9/7 (5285 reviews), not our own rating.

Pros: Affordable and dispensed drop by drop, so one tube lasts long; Light and non-sticky; many use it as a spot treatment; Some report less oil on the nose

Cons: Drop-by-drop dispensing makes full-face use tedious; Some feel stinging or itching, hard to use when skin is sensitive; Some find it pills under later products or foundation

Good for: People who want to help prevent sun-related dark spots and try a vitamin C essence cheaply, and don't mind spot application | Not for: Sensitive skin prone to stinging, or anyone wanting easy full-face application

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 Premium Essence 20mL / メラノCC 薬用しみ 集中対策 プレミアム美容液 20mL

Japan price and tax refund

Price in Japan

Lowest online price
JP¥587
Tax-free price
JP¥534
In USD (reference)
≈ US$3

Japan price: Kakaku.com, 2026-10-24 (shipping not included)
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 プレミアム美容液 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 product page, @cosme product page, Kakaku.com specifications 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: 4.9 / 7 (5285 reviews)
Rating source: @cosme, 2026-10-24
The rating comes from a third-party site and is not our own. Pros and cons are our summary of public reviews.

Pros

  • Affordable and dispensed drop by drop, so one tube lasts long
  • Light and non-sticky; many use it as a spot treatment
  • Some report less oil on the nose

Cons

  • Drop-by-drop dispensing makes full-face use tedious
  • Some feel stinging or itching, hard to use when skin is sensitive
  • Some find it pills under later products or foundation

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 プレミアム美容液 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 プレミアム美容液 20mL in Japan tax-free?

As of 2026-10-24, the lowest online price on Kakaku.com is JP¥587 including tax. Tax-free or after the refund it is JP¥534. 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 プレミアム美容液 20mL in Japan?

Sold at drugstores, cosmetics shops and department store counters in Japan. The price we list is from Kakaku.com (2026-10-24); prices in store may differ.

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