HAKU
HAKU Melano Focus IV, 45g
HAKU Melano Focus IV, 45g
Rated 5.5 out of 7.0 on @cosme, Japan's largest beauty review site
A brightening serum that helps prevent stubborn dark spots at the root.
✓ 100% authentic, bought in Japan
✓ Ships from Tokyo in 3 business days
✓ Duties prepaid for US orders
✓ Tracked delivery via Japan Post
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What it is
Melano Focus IV is a 45g medicated brightening serum that helps prevent dark spots and freckles by suppressing melanin production. Built on deep research into the root cause of stubborn spots, it works to head them off before they form or multiply. The smooth, quick-absorbing formula is fragrance-free and used morning and night after toner.
Why it's different
A medicated formula suppresses melanin to help prevent dark spots and freckles.
Targets the root cause of stubborn spots, to head them off before they form.
A smooth, quick-absorbing, fragrance-free serum for daily morning and night use.
Key ingredients
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How to use
1. Morning and night, after toner, dispense two pumps into your palm.
2. Spread it over the whole face.
3. Press gently over concern areas and blend evenly.
HAKU Melano Focus IV, 45g
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this authentic?
Yes. We only buy from official retailers and directly from the brands here in Japan. Never resellers, never grey market stock.
We are beauty lovers too, so we know the worry, especially with something you are putting on your face. Authenticity is 100% guaranteed by us.
What does it help with?
As a medicated brightening serum, it suppresses melanin production to help prevent dark spots and freckles, targeting stubborn spots at the root.
When do I use it?
Use it morning and night after toner, two pumps over the whole face, pressing gently over areas prone to spots.
Is it fragrance-free?
Yes, it is fragrance-free, and it has a smooth texture that spreads and absorbs quickly.
Can I use it after sun exposure?
Wait until any redness or stinging from sun exposure has settled before using it, then apply as usual.
We ship internationally from Japan!
International Delivery Rates
What are your shipping rates?
On orders under US$75, shipping is a flat US$20 to the United States and US$10 to all other countries.
Orders of US$75 or more ship free, applied automatically at checkout. Your exact shipping cost is shown before you pay.
How long does international shipping take?
These estimates are for International Airmail (Tracked) and include 3 to 5 business days of processing in Japan. As of 22 July 2026:
- United States: 12 to 15 business days
- Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany: 9 to 12 business days
- Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland: 10 to 13 business days
- China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam: 8 to 10 business days
- Rest of the world: 11 to 18 business days
These are estimates only. Actual delivery can be affected by customs clearance, seasonal congestion, or carrier delays in the destination country, all of which are outside our control.
Do you offer express shipping?
Yes. We offer International Express Mail through Japan Post. The cost is based on order weight and is calculated automatically at checkout.
Will I have to pay customs or import fees?
US orders: No. As of July 1, 2026, all US orders ship DDP (duties delivered prepaid), meaning we prepay all import duties on our end. Nothing is due at your door.
Orders outside the US: Possibly. Duties and import taxes are set by your local customs authority and are not collected at checkout, so any charges on delivery are your responsibility.
We're working on rolling out prepaid duties for more countries soon.
I previously purchased a small trial bottle from the official Shiseido website and liked the feel, so I purchased this on the 1st from the Suzykirei website. It feels like it penetrates into my face thoroughly. I love it. It's not yet the sunny season, so I'm looking forward to seeing if my dark spots increase in spring and summer. I'll buy a refill when it runs out. Until now, I've been using Menard's Fairlucent whitening serum morning and night for many years, but I feel like my skin has gotten used to it, or maybe my dark spots are increasing... I'd like to stick with this whitening serum for a while.
I buy this about once a year at the Suzykirei shopping event. It's not cheap, but I use this for six months, then a different whitening serum for the next six months... I repeat this cycle, and when I use the other serum, the lighter spots start to show up... so I'm back here.
It absorbs smoothly into the skin and is very comfortable to use. I think the whitening effect is still to come, so I'd like to continue using it for a while.
It has a refreshing texture that's great for summer, but I feel like it's not moisturizing enough for winter. However, I think it's good value for money. I use it when I've been exposed to UV rays for a long time.
Speaking of whitening, HAKU is the name to go for! Since one of my beauty goals this year is to whiten my skin, I started by purchasing HAKU's serum. I can't really say for sure until I continue using it, but it's so comfortable to use that I think I'll keep using it.