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Melano CC Vitamin C Essence.

Melano CC Vitamin C Essence
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About this product

A vitamin C essence with ascorbic acid, formulated to even skin tone and address acne, containing anti-inflammatory licorice and antibacterial ingredients.

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Guru Score

76%

Yay

3 experts · Moderate agreement

What the gurus are saying

The standout feature is the airtight packaging. Both reviewers emphasize how effectively the clever dispenser keeps the product stable and prevents oxidation. Bottles opened over two years ago still contain completely colorless product. At 5% ascorbic acid, it's lower than the 15% typically studied for collagen production, but reviewers found it still evens skin tone and calms inflammation. The texture is thick and oil-like yet sinks quickly, and reviewers found it non-irritating.
Synthesized from 3 expert reviews · most recent take January 2025

What they liked

  • Packaging prevents oxidation
  • Absorbs quickly despite thick texture
  • Non-irritating

What they flagged

  • Contains fragrance

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✓Nay
"I bought the classic version, it comes in a tube but it's a liquid, and it's too oily. It's not for hydration, it's just for hyperpigmentation, and I don't like the texture, it feels like more of a facial oil, so it wasn't pleasant for me, and you need to put a cream on afterward. I ended up only using it a few times. For me, not really."
✓Yay
"I am so, so happy with the Melano CC Essence. [...] I bought this probably a year ago, and ascorbic acid serums are notoriously unstable, [...] and yet this product has stayed crystal clear, as clear as the day I opened it, which I think comes down to the packaging keeping the air out."
✓Yay
"I found this really non-irritating and it has a really light scent. On my skin it worked really well to even out skin tone. [...] I think this is just a really cool and unique product. It is fantastic for people who don't use vitamin C that much and you need something that will last like a decade. [...] So that is going into the holy grails."
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Frequently asked.

What is Melano CC Vitamin C Essence?

A vitamin C essence with ascorbic acid, formulated to even skin tone and address acne, containing anti-inflammatory licorice and antibacterial ingredients.

Is Melano CC Vitamin C Essence worth it?

Mostly yes. 2 of the 3 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 76%.

What is Melano CC Vitamin C Essence's Guru Score?

Melano CC Vitamin C Essence holds a Guru Score of 76%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 3 expert reviewers we have collected. At least one expert has named it a Top Pick in its category.

Who is Melano CC Vitamin C Essence best for?

Melano CC Vitamin C Essence is generally suited to acne-prone skin.

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