
Melixir
A brightening serum containing 5% ascorbic acid and 2% ethyl ascorbyl ether to target dark spots and hyperpigmentation. Formulated with mandarin extract and antioxidants to even skin tone while providing gentle vitamin C benefits suitable for daily use.
Humectant and solvent that enhances hydration
Solvent and humectant for ingredient delivery
Humectant and preservative booster. Common in K-beauty as a multifunctional alternative to traditional preservatives.
+ 15 more ingredients
The key active ingredients in Mandarin Vitamin C5 Dark Spot Serum by Melixir include Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (Stable vitamin C derivative for brightening and antioxidant protection), Glycerin (Humectant that attracts and retains moisture), Chlorella Extract (Antioxidant and skin conditioning agent), Glucose (Humectant and skin conditioning agent), Irish Moss Extract (Hydrating and skin-conditioning seaweed extract). Seoul Sister tracks ingredient effectiveness across 5,900+ K-beauty products to provide data-backed recommendations.
Mandarin Vitamin C5 Dark Spot Serum is a Korean serum by Melixir. Sensitive skin compatibility depends on individual triggers and allergies. Seoul Sister's AI advisor Yuri analyzes all 20 ingredients against your specific skin type, concerns, and known allergens to provide a personalized compatibility score. Common irritant ingredients like fragrance, alcohol denat, and essential oils are flagged automatically.
For oily skin, the key factors in evaluating Mandarin Vitamin C5 Dark Spot Serum are comedogenic ingredient ratings, oil content, and finish type. This serum contains 10 active ingredients. Seoul Sister's database cross-references each ingredient's comedogenic rating (0-5 scale) against your skin type to identify potential pore-clogging risks. Subscribe for a personalized oily skin compatibility analysis.
Mandarin Vitamin C5 Dark Spot Serum by Melixir starts from $25.00 USD for 30mL, with prices ranging up to $25.60 across retailers. Seoul Sister tracks pricing at Soko Glam and Olive Young, with price drop alerts for Pro members. Seoul Sister does not sell products — we compare retailer pricing so you can buy from the source.
Mandarin Vitamin C5 Dark Spot Serum by Melixir is tracked at Soko Glam and Olive Young. Prices start from $25.00 USD. Seoul Sister verifies retailer authenticity and tracks counterfeit indicators to help you buy genuine Korean skincare products. We are an advice platform and never sell products ourselves.
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