Which is better for sensitive skin?

Both are listed as suitable for sensitive skin and fragrance-free. The La Roche-Posay adds neurosensine and thermal water to calm skin, while the Dr.Melaxin spicules can cause mild stinging on first use.

Which one brightens skin tone?

The La Roche-Posay, which has 12% pure vitamin C plus salicylic acid for radiance and even tone. The Dr.Melaxin focuses on tightening, not brightening.

Can I use the Dr.Melaxin serum at night?

Yes. It is listed for both day and night use. The La Roche-Posay is listed for morning use only.

Is the La Roche-Posay worth $40.50?

It was $17.95 on November 6, 2026, so $40.50 is well above its recent low. If you can wait for a dip, the same bottle costs much less.

How long does each last?

Both are about 30ml. At one pump or dropper per day, each bottle lasts roughly one to two months. The Dr.Melaxin set gives you two bottles, so about twice as long.

Which is better under the eyes?

Both list under-eye use. The Dr.Melaxin's spicules and tightening claim suit puffiness and firmness, while the La Roche-Posay's vitamin C suits dark circles and dullness.

Dr.Melaxin Cemenrete Cyano Pink Spicule Serum vs La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C12 Serum

Buy the La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C12 if you want a well-known brightening vitamin C serum for daytime use and sensitive skin. Buy the Dr.Melaxin Cemenrete set if you want a two-bottle supply of a spicule serum aimed at tightening and under-eye use. The La Roche-Posay is $40.50 at StyleVana as of November 7, 2026, and its lowest recent daily price was $17.95 on November 6, 2026. The Dr.Melaxin set has no price given here, so compare its per-bottle cost against that $40.50 before deciding.

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