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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam for dry skin

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  • HighDry Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

One of the best cleansers for dry skin.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, fine lines, and wrinkles. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

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Lovi Assistant explains

  • Excellent for your dry skin, the Centella Asiatica Extract and Madecassoside soothe and repair your skin barrier, while Glycerin and Panthenol provide essential hydration to combat dryness and flakiness.
  • The cleansing agents Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate and Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate effectively purify pores without stripping moisture, ensuring a comfortable cleanse.
  • This formula is safe for your dry skin, containing no harsh ingredients and prioritizing soothing components.

How to apply

  • Use this cleanser AM and PM every day to keep your skin clean. Start using it daily right away since your skin is not sensitive.
  • Apply this cleanser as the very first step in your morning routine and right after your pre-cleanser in the evening. Follow with your toner and moisturizer afterwards.
  • Gently massage a small amount of cleanser onto your face using soft circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean towel.
  • Apply this cleanser on slightly damp skin for a comfortable and refreshing wash. This helps maintain your skin's natural moisture while cleansing away dirt.
  • Avoid getting the cleanser directly into your eyes to prevent any irritation. Do a simple patch test before your first use to ensure your skin likes it.

People Say

★4.7Overall rating based on 400+ reviews

Users consistently praise this clear gel cleanser for its gentle, non-stripping formula that effectively removes impurities while soothing sensitive and acne-prone skin. While many appreciate the soft, hydrated finish and mild exfoliation from fruit extracts, some users note that the "brightening" effects are subtle or require long-term use to be noticeable.

Highlights

  • Gentle and non-stripping Mostly Mentioned
    • “doesn't strip my skin”
    • “leaves face soft and hydrated”
    • “perfect for sensitive barrier”
    • “no tight feeling after wash”
  • Pleasant gel texture Often Mentioned
    • “lathers up surprisingly well”
    • “lightweight gel turns into rich foam”
    • “smooth application”
    • “refreshing gel consistency”
  • Soothing for sensitive skin Often Mentioned
    • “calmed my active breakouts”
    • “great for redness”
    • “very soothing on inflamed skin”
  • Subtle glow/smoothing Sometimes Noted
    • “skin looks brighter immediately”
    • “helped with texture”
    • “face looks fresh and glowing”
    • “gentle exfoliation makes skin smooth”
  • Lack of brightening Sometimes Noted
    • “didn't notice any tone change”
    • “good cleanser but no brightening effect”
    • “just a regular cleanser”
    • “don't expect miracles for dark spots”
  • Runny consistency Sometimes Noted
    • “leaked in my travel bag”
    • “comes out too fast”
    • “used up the tube very quickly”
    • “too runny for my liking”
  • Scent preferences Rarely Noted
    • “smells a bit like plastic”
    • “weird natural scent”
    • “unscented but has a funk”
  • Slightly drying Rarely Noted
    • “a bit drying in winter”
    • “needed moisturizer immediately”
    • “felt a little dry on my cheeks”

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Questions and answers

What makes SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam one of the best fits for dry skin?

This cleanser is one of the best fits for your dry skin because Centella Asiatica Extract and Madecassoside help soothe and repair your skin barrier, while Glycerin and Panthenol provide essential hydration to combat dryness and flakiness. Its gentle cleansing agents purify pores without stripping moisture, ensuring a comfortable cleanse that avoids harsh ingredients.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017

Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for dry skin?

Centella Asiatica Extract and Madecassoside help soothe and repair your skin barrier, while Glycerin and Panthenol provide essential hydration to combat dryness and flakiness. The gentle cleansing agents purify pores without stripping moisture, ensuring a comfortable cleanse for your skin.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017

What does Centella Asiatica Extract do for dry skin?

Centella asiatica extract helps dry skin by boosting moisture and reducing water loss while calming irritation. It supports barrier repair to keep the skin feeling soft and smooth.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

What does Niacinamide do for dry skin?

Niacinamide helps dry skin by strengthening the skin barrier, increasing hydration, and reducing water loss. It supports ceramide production and helps keep the surface smooth and calm. This ingredient tends to be very well tolerated and is unlikely to irritate dry skin.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2004Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026

Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for dry skin?

This cleanser fits into both your morning and evening routine as the first step after removing makeup at night. It purifies your pores without stripping moisture, helping to keep dry skin comfortable.

The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022

Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this cleanser with retinol by washing your face with it before applying your retinol treatment in your evening routine. This helps purify your pores comfortably while soothing and hydrating your dry skin.

How often should I use this cleanser?

This cleanser is an excellent fit for your dry skin and is gentle enough to use both morning and evening. Centella asiatica and panthenol help soothe your skin and keep it hydrated while cleansing without stripping away essential moisture.

The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?

This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on dry skin, as it uses gentle cleansing agents that purify pores without stripping away natural moisture. The formula also includes soothing ingredients that help keep skin calm and comfortable.

Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?

This cleanser is gentle enough for the thin skin around your eyes and can be used on your body, though cleansers of this type used on the body still benefit from added hydrating ingredients and barrier-soothing components like Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycerin, and Panthenol to prevent dryness.

Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.

    Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
  • A new topical panthenol-containing emollient significantly improved transepidermal water loss reduction, stratum corneum hydration, and intercellular lipid lamellae length compared with control in healthy subjects without negatively impacting bacterial viability.

    The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
  • A panthenol-enriched mask significantly decreased erythema and hyperpigmentation, increased sebum and stratum corneum moisture, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to a saline dressing in 60 subjects undergoing facial laser treatment.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
  • Topical dexpanthenol acts as a moisturizer, improves stratum corneum hydration, accelerates wound healing and epidermal regeneration, reduces erythema, and improves symptoms of skin irritation compared to vehicle or no pretreatment.

    American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
  • Topical application of 0.05% w/w ECa 233 gel reduced erythema index by 0.03 U and improved early crusting and general wound appearance compared to placebo in thirty individuals undergoing facial laser resurfacing.

    Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020
  • A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
  • Moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese decreased adverse reactions and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing with comparable efficacy to 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in 20 subjects.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
  • Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
  • Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.

    The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008
  • Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.

    Dermatologic Surgery, 2005
  • Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2003
  • Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.

    Journal of Periodontology, 2009
  • Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
  • A combination of Vitis vinifera shoot extract and a biotechnological extract demonstrated significant in vitro and in vivo antioxidant effects and improved clinical signs of photoaged skin in female subjects after a 4-week application.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2007
  • Pre-treatment with Vitis vinifera L. water extract (100 ΓΙg/mL) demonstrated antioxidant and scavenger activity against UV-A radiation and exerted an anti-mutagenic effect by maintaining apoptosis in UV-A and UV-B irradiated human keratinocytes (HaCaT).

    Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology. B, Biology, 2020
  • A water extract from grapevine leaves inhibited proinflammatory-induced interleukin-8 and vascular endothelial growth factor secretion in human keratinocytes compared to untreated challenged cells.

    Antioxidants, 2019

Ingredients

Centella Asiatica Extract, Water, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Cocoate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract Grape Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Madecassoside, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Niacinamide, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Trehalose, Butylene Glycol, Panthenol, Agave Tequilana Leaf Extract, Glucose, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Hexylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Potassium Benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Edta

Behind this fit score

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

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