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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Hada Labo Melano CC Vitamin C Essence versus Goodal Green Tangerine Vita C Dark Spot Serum .

Last updated on July 30, 2023. Published on August 03, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances

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Essence Japanese Brand Japan
Serum South Korean Brand South Korea

Essence

Essences are used to prep skin for further treatment and may provide extra skin benefits. They are usually used before serum and moisturizers. Essences are thought to have originated in either Japan or Korea and is an essential step in K-Beauty.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Price

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Buy Melano CC Vitamin C Essence

Starts at $79.00
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Buy Green Tangerine Vita C Dark Spot Serum

Starts at $27.00

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C (2)
Vitamin E

Benefits

Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture (2)
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (3)
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Vitamin E (2)
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (8)
Reduces Irritation (7)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots (4)
Scar Healing (4)
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (5)

Concerns

Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

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Hada Labo Melano CC Vitamin C Essence contains this as ingredient number 2.

Goodal Green Tangerine Vita C Dark Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 38.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.

Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.

One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.

Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.

Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.

Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.

Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.

Learn more about Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Hada Labo Melano CC Vitamin C Essence contains this as ingredient number 3.

Goodal Green Tangerine Vita C Dark Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 42.

3
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Hada Labo Melano CC Vitamin C Essence contains this as ingredient number 8.

Goodal Green Tangerine Vita C Dark Spot Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

44% are loved or liked
22% have mixed ratings
11% are disliked or very disliked
22% have no rating yet
58% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
25% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Hada Labo Melano CC Vitamin C Essence 9 ingredients

4.3 /5
from 4 ratings
Oily (1) Strong Scent (1)
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BobaSheer

5 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Fade my dark spots in less than a month!!
My skin is kinda sensitive(i had a damage skin barrier) so I use this with nothing but cleanser only...

Fade my dark spots in less than a month!!
My skin is kinda sensitive(i had a damage skin barrier) so I use this with nothing but cleanser only until around 9-10 pm i washed it off and begin my night routine 💆🏻‍♀️

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RanaKitapyan_260

7 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Fades dark spots, works great for uneven texture, non irritating, little goes a long way, texture works perfectly with rest of skincare

Goodal Green Tangerine Vita C Dark Spot Serum 52 ingredients

2.5 /5
from 16 ratings
Strong Scent (5) Sticky (4) Doesn't Work (3) Irritating (2) Expensive (2) Hydrating (1)
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Laluise

1 year ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

Did not deliver
I have eczema-contact, atopic, and seborrhaic dermatitis. I also have melasma around my lips, on my cheeks, forehead, and around my...

Did not deliver
I have eczema-contact, atopic, and seborrhaic dermatitis. I also have melasma around my lips, on my cheeks, forehead, and around my eyebrows. I also have hormonal and fungal acne outbreaks periodically. I am also over 30 and starting to exhibit some signs of aging, specifically fine lines, bags, and discoloration on my forehead and around my eyes and mouth. I have used a number of different vitamin C serums including Tru skin’s and Klairs Juicy drop and have done a lot of research trying to find one that was gentle enough for my hypersensitive, eczema riddled skin but also effective. Unfortunately, although this serum had many positive reviews, I saw very little improvement with my melasma, fine lines or occasional flare ups of acne after using an entire bottle, twice per day-once in the morning and once at night. It smells nice, and it leaves a sticky sheen, which could be construed as a glow, upon application. I really wanted to love this product so I am quite disappointed with its performance and will not be repurchasing.

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ChantelleAng

1 month ago · Combination Skin
Review

holy shit i hate the fragrance, im usually ok with fragrance but this is the first time im so overwhelmed by fragrance

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