SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-cica Intensive Ampoule for mature skin

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- HighNormal Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
A great choice for mature skin; a few serums fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. 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 excellent skin barrier resilience for your normal skin, as Lactobacillus Centella Asiatica Extract Ferment Filtrate and Ceramide NP work synergistically to enhance barrier function and hydration.
- Provides moderate benefits for wrinkles and fine lines due to the presence of Centella Asiatica Extract and Lactobacillus Centella Asiatica Extract Ferment Filtrate, which support skin barrier function and hydration.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing agents like Centella Asiatica Extract and Panthenol.
How to apply
- Use this serum in your PM routine. Start by applying it 3 times a week, and work up to daily use if your skin likes it.
- Apply this serum after your toner and before your moisturizer.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and let it absorb for a minute.
- You can apply the serum on dry skin for the best results against fine lines.
- Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid the sensitive eye area.
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 3.5k+ reviewsThis ampoule is widely celebrated for repairing damaged skin barriers and soothing irritation, particularly for dry, sensitive, or mature skin types. Users consistently praise its rich, milky texture that provides deep hydration and a radiant glow without a sticky residue. However, it is often deemed too heavy for oily skin or humid weather. This summary is based on a very large amount of data and should be definitely taken into account.
Highlights
Soothing and calming Mostly Mentioned
- “calms redness instantly”
- “comforting hug for angry barrier”
- “redness disappears overnight”
Deeply moisturizing Often Mentioned
- “skin has never felt so hydrated”
- “hydration fiesta”
- “plump and nourish the skin”
- “moisturizing enough to skip cream”
Luxurious texture Often Mentioned
- “milky but non-sticky”
- “absorbs like a dream”
- “smooth and silky finish”
- “leaves skin baby soft”
Barrier repair Sometimes Noted
- “heals moisture barrier faster”
- “restored my damaged barrier”
- “skin feels more resilient”
- “great for retinol users”
Too heavy Sometimes Noted
- “too oily for combo skin”
- “good winter serum, not summer”
- “felt a bit greasy”
- “sat on top of skin”
Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
- “broke me out slightly”
- “caused small whiteheads”
- “clogged my pores”
Dropper issues Rarely Noted
- “dropper takes while to fill”
- “hard to get product out”
- “prefer an airless pump”
- “pipette struggles with thick texture”
Scent concerns Rarely Noted
- “has an earthy scent”
- “subtle botanical aroma”
- “smell is a deal breaker”
- “fermented smell”
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Questions and answers
What makes SKIN1004 Probio-cica Intensive Ampoule a great fit for mature skin?
This product is a great fit because it strengthens your skin barrier and keeps it hydrated with Lactobacillus Centella Asiatica Extract Ferment Filtrate and Ceramide NP. It also helps smooth out fine lines and wrinkles while keeping your skin calm and comfortable.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for mature skin?
This serum is a great fit because Lactobacillus Centella Asiatica Extract Ferment Filtrate and Ceramide NP work together to strengthen your skin barrier and boost moisture. Centella Asiatica Extract and panthenol also help smooth fine lines and keep your skin calm with an extremely low chance of irritation.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
What does Lactobacillus do for mature skin?
Topical products with Lactobacillus help mature skin by boosting hydration, firmness, and elasticity while improving overall skin smoothness and reducing the look of wrinkles. These ingredients work by strengthening the skin barrier and supporting collagen, making them a great fit for addressing signs of aging.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
What does Centella Asiatica Extract do for mature skin?
Centella Asiatica Extract helps mature skin by improving moisture, reducing moisture loss, and supporting collagen production to keep skin firm and smooth. It also provides antioxidant and calming benefits that help protect against everyday stress and visible signs of aging.
Scientific Reports, 2021International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for mature skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine after cleansing and before moisturizing, following the recommended steps for mature skin. Using it at night helps keep things simple and safe around sun exposure while supporting your skin barrier and hydration.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment alongside retinol by applying the treatment first and following with your retinol to keep your skin calm and hydrated. Panthenol and Centella Asiatica Extract help soothe the skin and reduce potential irritation from strong products.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
How often should I use this serum?
This treatment is best used in the evening as part of your routine for mature skin, which helps keep things simple and safe around sun exposure. It is unlikely to cause irritation, so you can safely use it every night to help smooth out fine lines and keep your skin feeling hydrated and strong.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?
This serum is unlikely to cause breakouts, as reviewers rarely report them and the formula includes soothing ingredients like Panthenol and Centella Asiatica Extract that are gentle on the skin.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
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, 2023Topical 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, 2002A 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, 2017A 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, 2025Topical 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, 2019Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018Topical dexpanthenol formulated in lipophilic vehicles improved stratum corneum hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in humans.
Arzneimittel-Forschung, 2000Hyaluronic acid, hyaluronic acid plus dexpanthenol, and isotonic saline nasal sprays all significantly improved dry nose symptoms over four weeks in 240 patients, with hyaluronic acid plus dexpanthenol providing superior nasal moisturisation compared to the other two.
Auris, Nasus, Larynx, 2020A combination serum containing galactomyces ferment filtrate, dexpanthenol, and Centella asiatica effectively treated post-acne hyperpigmentation in subjects with colored skin by significantly increasing lightness scores in Fitzpatrick skin type V and reducing the melanin index in Fitzpatrick skin type IV compared to placebo.
Skinmed, 2021
Ingredients
Lactobacillus Centella Asiatica Extract Ferment Filtrate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceramide Np, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Betaine, Allantoin, Panthenol
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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