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Description
Rohto DEOCO Medicated Body Cleanse — Japanese Quasi-Drug Body Wash for Age-Related Sweat Odour
Overview
Rohto Mentholatum DEOCO Medicated Body Cleanse is a Japanese quasi-drug body wash specifically formulated against the age-related sweat odour phenomenon (加齢臭 / "kareishū") — the subtle but distinct skin scent that emerges with declining lactone production from the late 30s onward. The shower gel combines the medicinal antibacterial IPMP (isopropyl methylphenol) with kaolin and medicinal charcoal adsorbents, and a lactone-capsule fragrance system that replenishes the same sweet scent compound that declines with age. The product sits in our wider Japanese body care collection and the Japanese deodorant range.
Key Benefits
- ✓ Quasi-drug active duo — Isopropyl Methylphenol (IPMP) antibacterial + Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate anti-inflammatory
- ✓ Lactone-capsule fragrance + Prelactone — replenishes the sweet "young-skin" scent compound that naturally declines with age
- ✓ Kaolin (white mud) + medicinal charcoal — adsorbent duo that lifts sebum and odour source physically
- ✓ Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C derivative) — moisturising + mild brightening
- ✓ Dense whipped foam — generous lather lifts away sweat and oxidised sebum from chest, back, nape
- ✓ Unisex — same age-scent biology applies to men and women; full-body daily wash
Product Details
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Rohto Mentholatum (ロート製薬) |
| Country of origin | Japan |
| Product type | Medicated body wash (liquid shower gel) |
| Regulatory status | Quasi-drug (医薬部外品 / 薬用) |
| Volume | 350 ml (main bottle); 250 ml refill pouch available separately |
| Indication | Prevention of body odour and sweat odour |
| Target | Adults concerned about age-related sweat odour (typically 35+) |
| Vendor | Tsujimoto Market — shipped from Kobe, Japan |
Who Is This For?
- Adults 35+ noticing a new skin scent that does not respond to regular soap
- Men and women — the age-scent (kareishū) problem is unisex
- Office workers needing reliable daytime confidence after a morning shower
- Athletes and fitness users wanting an active medicated wash after training
- Travellers wanting a Japanese pharmacy-grade body wash that smells distinct rather than generic
How to Use
- Wet your body in the shower
- Dispense onto a body towel, mesh pouf, or directly into your hand
- Work into a dense whipped foam (the active mechanism depends on the foam, not the liquid)
- Apply to body — focus on high-scent zones: behind ears, nape of neck, chest, upper back, underarms
- Allow foam to sit on skin for 10–15 seconds (active contact window)
- Rinse thoroughly with warm water
- Frequency: AM daily; optional PM use after intense exercise. Pair with DEOCO body stick / antiperspirant for daytime layering.
Full Ingredients
Active medicinal ingredients (quasi-drug): Isopropyl Methylphenol (IPMP), Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate.
Other ingredients: Lactone-capsule fragrance, Prelactone (lactone precursor), Kaolin (white mud), Medicinal charcoal, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C derivative), Lauric acid, foam-builder surfactants, fragrance ingredients (lactone-class). For the precise complete INCI list, please consult the bottle label.
Cautions
- For external (body skin) use only — not for face, scalp, intimate areas, or oral cavity
- Avoid contact with eyes; rinse with water if it enters
- Do not use on wounded, eczematous, or sunburned skin
- Discontinue if redness, itching, or unusual reaction appears
- Fragrance is intentional and strong — patch-test if you have known fragrance sensitivity
- Not recommended for infants; older children may use with parental supervision
- If pregnant or breastfeeding — usable as a standard body wash, but if uncertain, consult your doctor
Package Contents
- 1 × Rohto DEOCO Medicated Body Cleanse bottle, 350 ml
- Pump dispenser cap included
- Japanese-domestic labelling with full quasi-drug declaration
Shipping & Store Notes
We ship from our warehouse in Kobe, Japan. Orders pack within 1–2 business days; international air parcel delivery typically takes 5–10 business days. Liquid bath products are restricted in some destinations — please check your country's customs rules before ordering. Track-and-trace included.
Authenticity Guarantee
Every Rohto DEOCO product we ship is sourced through Japanese-domestic pharmacy distribution channels with full quasi-drug labelling. We do not carry grey-market or parallel-import stock. Each bottle bears the Japanese quasi-drug seal, lot number, and production date directly from the Rohto Mentholatum production line. Tsujimoto Market — family business in Kobe since 2015.
FAQ
What is "age-related sweat odour" — is this real?
Yes. In Japan it is called 加齢臭 (kareishū) and refers to a specific skin scent that emerges from approximately the late 30s onward, driven by the oxidation of fatty acids on the skin surface as sebum composition changes with age. Distinct from regular sweat odour, it is concentrated at the nape of the neck, behind the ears, the upper chest and upper back. DEOCO is designed specifically for this scent profile.
What does "lactone" mean in the fragrance?
Lactones are a family of organic compounds with a sweet, milky-skin scent. The skin's natural lactone production declines with age — DEOCO's lactone-capsule fragrance and prelactone system are formulated to replace this lost scent layer rather than just mask sweat odour with stronger perfume.
Can I use this every day?
Yes — it is formulated as a daily body wash. Some users alternate it with a gentler unmedicated soap on rest days to balance the medicinal active load.
Will it work on regular fresh sweat or only age-related odour?
The IPMP active is a general antibacterial against odour-causing skin flora — so it works on regular sweat odour too. The differentiator vs other body washes is the lactone-replenishment angle, which is specifically about age-related scent.
Can men use the same product as women?
Yes — it is unisex. Age-related sweat odour biology is similar across sexes, and DEOCO is marketed as a household body wash in Japan rather than a gendered product.
Is it halal-certified?
No, the product is not formally halal-certified. Per our store policy we disclose only what is verifiable; we do not make halal-compatibility claims. If formal certification is important, please consult your religious authority and verify the full ingredient list on the bottle.
