The "MELANO CC ®+" series is born. The new "MELANO CC + AZmask" with pure vitamin C and pure azelaic acid is launched.

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The "MELANO CC ®+" series is born , further enhancing the power of vitamin C. The new "MELANO CC + AZmask" is launched, a combination of pure vitamin C and pure azelaic acid.

January 27, 2026

ROHTO Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Osaka City; President: Hidetoshi Seki) has launched the new "MELANO CC + (Plus)" series as a high-value-added series of the "MELANO CC" brand, which was born from vitamin C research, and will be releasing the face mask "MELANO CC + AZmask" as the first product in the series.
The double-penetration formula * 1 combines pure vitamin C *1 and pure azelaic acid *2 to penetrate deeply into pore problems *3, providing intensive nighttime care that leads to smooth, toned skin *4. It will be available online (Amazon, Rakuten, Qoo10, Rohto Online Store) from Monday, February 2, 2026, and will be available at drugstores nationwide from Saturday, March 14.

*1: Ascorbic acid (moisturizing ingredient), *2: Azelaic acid (skin conditioning ingredient), *3: Up to the stratum corneum, *4: Moisturizes the skin and makes pores less noticeable

Background of the release

We have been researching vitamin C for many years, exploring its potential. The MELANO CC brand focuses on the multifaceted effects of vitamin C and continues to evolve as a skincare product that addresses skin concerns.

In recent years, interest in ingredients has grown in the skincare market, while the number of products that claim to contain the same ingredients has increased, leading to a growing tendency for customers to carefully consider ingredients and the results they achieve. In the past, the mere presence of trendy ingredients was a reason for choosing a product, but now, customers are looking for a more tangible approach. In particular, concerns such as enlarged pores, blackheads, and roughness are difficult to resolve with everyday care alone, and there is a growing demand for care that delivers satisfaction.

In response to these market changes, we have launched the new high-value-added series "MELANO CC MELANO CC" has always valued. With the ingredient design of "vitamin C + α," this series aims to expand the possibilities of "MELANO CC" and address skin concerns more deeply.

The first product to be released is the "MELANO CC + AZ mask," a face mask that combines pure vitamin C *1 and pure azelaic acid *2. By focusing on the combination of ingredients and how they are delivered to the skin, we offer a new option for intensive care that penetrates deeply into pore problems *3.

Product features

  1. A double penetration formula of pure vitamin C *1 and pure azelaic acid *2 addresses pore problems

    Focusing on issues such as enlarged pores, blackheads, and roughness, this product uses a double-penetration formula that combines pure vitamin C *1 and pure azelaic acid *2. The formula combines these ingredients to address pore concerns from multiple angles, leading to smooth, refined skin *4.

    *5: Moisturizes the skin and makes pores less noticeable, *6: By wiping

  2. Formulated to bring out the power of ingredients, based on vitamin C research

    Focusing on the properties of pure vitamin C, which has stability issues, we have adopted a formula that combines it with pure azelaic acid. Based on many years of research into vitamin C, we focused on pure azelaic acid as a combination that expands the possibilities of vitamin C-based skincare. The formula has also been designed with ease of use in mind.

  3. "Dense Film Vitamin Mask" that focuses on delivering ingredients to the skin

    We paid particular attention to the nonwoven material and the adhesion to ensure that the ingredients are delivered properly to the skin. The sheet is filled with beauty serum and adheres tightly to the skin, allowing the ingredients to penetrate deep into the stratum corneum, leaving skin feeling smooth and silky, not only immediately after use but also the next morning. It is a satisfying and comfortable product that is perfect for intensive pore care.

Product overview

Product name MELANO CC + AZ mask
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classification cosmetics
Sales name R Roto Bright PCM
Contents 7 sheets (134mL)
price Open price
  • "MELANO CC" is a registered trademark of ROHTO Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Ltd.