# TRANSINO トランシーノ 薬用メラノシグナルエッセンス 30g

- Name: TRANSINO Medicated Melano Signal Essence 30g / トランシーノ 薬用メラノシグナルエッセンス 30g / Transino 传明酸 药用美白精华 30g
- Brand: TRANSINO / トランシーノ（第一三共ヘルスケア）
- Category: Cosmetics & Skincare
- Page: https://bestjapanbuy.com/en/p/transino-melano-signal-essence-30g/
- Updated: 2026-10-24

As of 2026-10-23, the store price on @cosme size and price incl. tax (checked by the @cosme editors) is JP¥4,950 (incl. tax); of the 21 destinations we check, it is allowed in all 21.

A quasi-drug brightening* essence with tranexamic acid (*brightening = suppresses melanin production to help prevent dark spots and freckles). Replaced the former "Whitening Essence EXII" from 2023.

- Good for: People concerned about dullness and spots who can commit to long-term use
- Not for: Those on a tight budget or wanting instant results

## Price in Japan

- Japan reference price incl. tax (Store price): JP¥4,950
- Tax-free / after refund: JP¥4,500
- Flights: Allowed with conditions

## Taking it home (by destination)

| Destination | Result | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mainland China | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Hong Kong | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Macao | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Taiwan | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Singapore | ✓ Allowed | — |
| South Korea | ✓ Allowed | — |
| United States | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Thailand | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Malaysia | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Philippines | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Vietnam | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Indonesia | ✓ Allowed | — |
| India | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Australia | ✓ Allowed | — |
| New Zealand | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Canada | ✓ Allowed | — |
| United Kingdom | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Germany | ✓ Allowed | — |
| France | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Italy | ✓ Allowed | — |
| Spain | ✓ Allowed | — |

## Specs

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | TRANSINO / トランシーノ（第一三共ヘルスケア） |
| Model | トランシーノ 薬用メラノシグナルエッセンス 30g |
| Released | 2023 |
| Type | Serum / essence |
| Skin type (per brand) | TBD |
| Skin concern (brand focus) | Brightening (helps prevent dark spots) |
| Volume | 30mL/g |
| Quasi-drug (薬用) | Yes |
| Main sales channel | Drugstore |

## Reviews

Third-party rating 5/7 (1546), source: @cosme (not our rating).

Pros:

- Thin-cream texture, lightly moisturizing and easy to use
- Usable as normal even when skin is sensitive
- Contains tranexamic acid; suits those concerned about dullness

Cons:

- Brightening needs long-term use; little visible change short term
- Sometimes doesn't spread evenly over lotion
- On the pricey side

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I take TRANSINO トランシーノ 薬用メラノシグナルエッセンス 30g home from Japan?

Of the 21 destinations we check, it is allowed in all 21.

### How much is the TRANSINO トランシーノ 薬用メラノシグナルエッセンス 30g in Japan tax-free?

As of 2026-10-23, the store price on @cosme size and price incl. tax (checked by the @cosme editors) is JP¥4,950 including tax. Tax-free or after the refund it is JP¥4,500. 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 TRANSINO トランシーノ 薬用メラノシグナルエッセンス 30g in Japan?

Sold at drugstores, cosmetics shops and department store counters in Japan. The price we list is from @cosme size and price incl. tax (checked by the @cosme editors) (2026-10-23); prices in store may differ.


## Sources

- Specs: [Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare TRANSINO official site](https://www.daiichisankyo-hc.co.jp/site_transino/CP/melano_signal_essence/)
- Specs: [@cosme product page](https://www.cosme.net/products/10232802/)
- Japan price: [@cosme size and price incl. tax (checked by the @cosme editors)](https://www.cosme.net/variations/1135648/) (2026-10-23)
- Rating: [@cosme](https://www.cosme.net/products/10232802/review/) (2026-10-23)

> Data from BestJapanBuy (bestjapanbuy.com). Please credit and link to the page when using it. Prices are for reference only; check in store.
> Translated with AI; the Chinese version is authoritative.