DHC Launches Retail Sales of Blemish and Freckle Medicines at MatsukiyoCocokara Stores

DHC Corporation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Midori Miyazaki; hereinafter: DHC) and MatsukiyoCocokara & Co. (Headquarters: Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Kiyoo Matsumoto) will launch 'DHC Elsys White 240EX', an OTC pharmaceutical effective for blemishes and freckles previously sold exclusively through DHC's mail-order service, at Matsumotokiyoshi Group and Cocokarafine Group stores nationwide (excluding some stores) and the MatsukiyoCocokara Online Store starting Friday, May 22, 2026. Concurrently, 'DHC Sisvita White C', a medicine suitable for alleviating blemishes and freckles and supplementing Vitamin C during physical fatigue, will also be rolled out on the same day.

'DHC Elsys White 240EX' is a flagship product with a track record of being the No. 1 top-selling item in our pharmaceutical category for 17 consecutive years*1, serving as a medicine that cures blemishes and freckles from the inside of the body. Additionally, 'DHC Sisvita White C' has also been supported by many customers since its launch in 2005*2.

However, until now, these products were only available through our mail-order service and could not be purchased over the counter. Therefore, we are expanding our sales channels to make them available at Matsumotokiyoshi Group and Cocokarafine Group stores nationwide, allowing many customers suffering from blemishes and freckles to easily purchase them at more familiar locations. We will continue to deliver products that support the beauty and health of even more customers.

*1: From November 2008 to the end of October 2025 (including the pre-renewal 'DHC Elsys White 240'). *2: Including the pre-renewal 'DHC Sisvita C'.

(Left) DHC Elsys White 240EX (Right) DHC Sisvita White C

Product Overview

Product Name DHC Elsys White 240EX <L-Cysteine Preparation> [Class 3 OTC Pharmaceutical]

Efficacy / Effects - Pigmentation disorders such as blemishes, freckles, and sunburn - General fatigue - Hangover - Acne, eczema, hives, rash, drug eruption

Product Features - Smooths skin metabolism and promotes the excretion of excess melanin, which causes blemishes and freckles - Acts on melanin to soften pigmentation - Effective in improving skin conditions such as acne

Dosage and Administration Take twice a day - Adults (15 years and over)... 2 tablets per dose - 7 years to under 15 years... 1 tablet per dose - Under 7 years... Do not take

Volume 240 tablets (60 days for adults)

Retail Price 3,500 yen (excluding tax)

Active Ingredients In 4 tablets (daily dose for adults) - L-Cysteine 240mg - Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) 500mg - Calcium Pantothenate 30mg

Product Name DHC Sisvita White C <Vitamin C Main Drug Preparation> [Class 3 OTC Pharmaceutical]

Efficacy / Effects - Alleviation of the following symptoms: Pigmentation due to blemishes, freckles, sunburn, and rash - Prevention of bleeding in the following cases: Bleeding from gums, nosebleeds *However, if no improvement is seen in these symptoms after about one month of use, consult a doctor, pharmacist, or dentist - Supplementation of Vitamin C in the following cases: During physical fatigue, pregnancy/lactation, physical decline during or after illness, old age

Product Features - Suppresses the production of melanin pigment, colorless existing blemishes, and alleviates blemishes and freckles - Smooths skin metabolism and promotes the excretion of excess melanin, which causes blemishes and freckles

Dosage and Administration Take twice a day - Adults (15 years and over)... 2 tablets per dose - 7 years to under 15 years... 1 tablet per dose - Under 7 years... Do not take

Volume 240 tablets (60 days for adults)

Retail Price 3,900 yen (excluding tax)

Active Ingredients In 4 tablets (daily dose for adults) - Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) 1000mg - L-Cysteine 160mg - Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6) 30mg - Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) 12mg - d-alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) 25mg - Calcium Pantothenate 24mg

DHC Pharmaceuticals, Reliable Support System

We have established a Pharmaceutical Consultation Room staffed by pharmacists to handle various inquiries regarding DHC pharmaceuticals. We respond to various questions based on specialized knowledge, such as drug interactions and proper usage of medicines.

Going forward, in addition to providing supplements, we will continue to offer pharmaceuticals with 'healing power' to support the healthy daily lives of our customers and address their wide range of concerns.

<Customer Inquiries> DHC Corporation Pharmaceutical Consultation Room TEL: 044-233-2029 (Reception hours 9:00-17:00 / Excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays) MatsukiyoCocokara & Co. Customer Consultation