SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Asiatica Ampoule for oily skin
Centella Asiatica Extract
Glycerin
Butylene Glycol
1,2-Hexanediol
Average
- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
Works for oily skin; other serums fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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
- Offers moderate suitability for your oily skin as Centella Asiatica Extract provides anti-inflammatory action to calm irritation and enhance barrier resilience.
- While it offers general hydration benefits, it lacks specialized ingredients to effectively address oily shine.
- The product is safe for your oily skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.
How to apply
- Use this serum in your PM routine. Start by applying it 3 times a week and build up to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toning, but right before your moisturizer for the best results.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin. Let it absorb ⏱ for a minute before applying the next product.
- Apply the serum on clean and dry skin since your skin is not sensitive and you want to target oily shine. This helps control excess oil throughout the night.
- Avoid the delicate eye area and do a patch test before using the serum for the very first time.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 25.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users describe this ampoule as a gentle, watery product that effectively calms redness and repairs the moisture barrier without feeling heavy. It is highly praised by individuals with sensitive, acne-prone, or irritated skin. Some users with resilient skin types find it too lightweight for significant hydration or notice minimal changes.
Highlights
Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned
- “Applies exactly like water and absorbs instantly.”
- “Leaves absolutely no sticky or greasy residue.”
- “Perfect for layering under makeup or other serums.”
- “Doesn't feel like I have anything on my face.”
Soothes redness Mostly Mentioned
- “Calmed down a really painful bump on my cheek within two days.”
- “My mask-stressed skin seems more supple and forehead bumps are less angry.”
- “Drastically reduced redness around my nose and brows.”
- “The only thing that doesn't sting when my barrier is damaged.”
Safe for sensitive skin Often Mentioned
- “100% Centella extract means no random ingredients to break me out.”
- “Did not clog my pores or cause new acne.”
- “Gentle enough to use while on tretinoin/retinol.”
Hydrating for oily skin Sometimes Noted
- “Provides a nice burst of hydration without the oiliness.”
- “Makes my skin feel plump and bouncy.”
- “Good basic hydration layer before moisturizer.”
- “Helps balance my oil production.”
No visible results Sometimes Noted
- “Finished the whole bottle and didn't notice any difference.”
- “It feels just like putting water on my face, did nothing.”
- “No 'wow' factor, just a basic hydrator.”
- “My skin is resilient, so I didn't see the soothing effects others rave about.”
Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
- “Gave me small whiteheads on my forehead.”
- “My skin didn't like the pure extract, caused irritation.”
- “Broke me out in cystic acne after a week.”
- “Sadly caused a reaction despite being 'clean'.”
Not hydrating enough Rarely Noted
- “Too watery for my dry skin, disappeared immediately.”
- “Need to layer it 3-4 times to feel any moisture.”
- “Not enough as a standalone serum for winter.”
- “Felt tight again five minutes after applying.”
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Questions and answers
How well does SKIN1004 Centella Asiatica Ampoule work for oily skin?
This product works moderately well for oily skin by helping calm irritation with Centella Asiatica Extract, though it lacks specialized ingredients to handle oily shine. An oily skin type needs oil-controlling and soothing ingredients like Niacinamide to manage shine and target blemishes without heavy components.
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for oily skin?
Centella Asiatica Extract and Glycerin make this serum a good fit for oily skin because they help calm irritation and provide light hydration without heavy components. Oily skin works best with products that also include oil-controlling ingredients like Niacinamide and Sodium Hyaluronate to manage shine and target blemishes.
What does Centella Asiatica Extract do for oily skin?
Centella Asiatica Extract helps calm redness and keeps oily skin feeling balanced by soothing irritation and supporting moisture levels. It is unlikely to feel heavy, and products of this type for oily skin need ingredients that control excess shine while maintaining hydration.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023
What does Glycerin do for oily skin?
Glycerin helps keep oily skin hydrated without feeling heavy and supports the skin barrier. Because this product is a weak fit for your skin, an ideal product of this type needs lightweight hydrators and ingredients that balance oil while protecting the skin.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008International Journal of Toxicology, 2019
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine after cleansing and toning, and before moisturizing. It is safe for oily skin and helps calm irritation, though oily skin of this type also needs specialized ingredients to control shine.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment alongside retinol by applying this soothing product first to calm irritation and then following with your retinol. This product is unlikely to irritate your skin, but an oily skin routine also needs specialized ingredients to effectively control shine.
How often should I use this serum?
You can use this serum in the evening, and an oily skin type needs it to be paired with ingredients that specifically help control excess shine.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This serum is unlikely to cause breakouts or clog pores on oily skin because it lacks harsh ingredients and contains soothing components, though it does not actively control oily shine. An oily skin routine also needs oil-absorbing or balancing ingredients like niacinamide or clay to fully manage excess oil.
Is this serum 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, 2016Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.
Molecules, 2023A topical cream containing 10% Bifidobacterium longum lysate significantly decreased skin sensitivity and increased skin resistance against physical and chemical aggression in female volunteers with reactive skin compared to a control cream.
Experimental Dermatology, 2010Applying a lotion containing probiotic ferment lysate VHProbi® Mix R for 30 days significantly decreased transepidermal water loss and skin redness while significantly increasing skin moisturization compared to baseline in participants with sensitive skin.
Scientific Reports, 2023Sensory skin irritation potential of 1,2-alkanediols increased with alkane chain length, whereas 1,2-hexanediol showed the lowest objective skin irritation potential compared to both shorter and longer chain lengths, and percutaneous absorption negatively correlated with alkane chain length.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2011Topical 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, 2020A 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, 2017Moisturizer 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, 2019The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012A red ginseng hydrogel formulation with 1,2-hexanediol promoted selective growth of Staphylococcus epidermidis and decreased Cutibacterium acnes in 20 female subjects.
Journal of Ginseng Research, 2022
Why other serums fit oily skin better
Application of Galactomyces ferment filtrate skin care formula significantly reduced the net values and daily fluctuation of facial pore area, roughness, and redness in young Japanese women.
Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2021
Ingredients
Centella Asiatica Extract, Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Cellulose Gum
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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