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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Spot Cream for combination skin

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  • HighCombination Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

A great choice for combination skin; a few serums fit it even better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. 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

  • Highly suitable for your combination skin, the Melaleuca Alternifolia Tree Oil Leaf and Niacinamide work synergistically to control oil and reduce shine, while also offering excellent treatment for acne-prone skin by reducing lesions and blemishes.
  • The presence of Centella Asiatica Extract further enhances its efficacy by providing soothing and healing properties beneficial for combination skin.
  • The product is safe for your skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.

How to apply

  • Use your serum as part of your PM routine. Start using it 3 times a week and move to daily use if your skin likes it.
  • Apply the serum after cleansing and toner, and right before your moisturizer.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and wait a minute ⏳for it to soak in.
  • Apply the serum on clean and dry skin since your skin is not sensitive.
  • Always do a patch test before using the serum for the first time, and avoid the eye area .

People Say

★4.5Overall rating based on 100+ reviews

Based on limited data, this lightweight gel-cream is highly effective at calming active acne and redness, with many users experiencing reduced inflammation and a soothing, non-drying sensation, making it ideal for sensitive and oily skin. A moderate number of users found it ineffective for stubborn breakouts, and a small portion reported mild irritation or slow results.

Highlights

  • Effective on spots Often Mentioned
    • “Reduces inflammation”
    • “Calms redness”
    • “Speeds up healing”
  • Gentle and non-drying Often Mentioned
    • “Does not peel skin”
    • “Soothing feel”
    • “Suitable for sensitive skin”
  • Lightweight texture Sometimes Noted
    • “Gel-like consistency”
    • “Absorbs quickly”
    • “Non-sticky finish”
  • Ineffective for some Sometimes Noted
    • “No visible difference”
    • “Acted like normal moisturizer”
    • “Didn't clear pimples”
  • User-friendly packaging Rarely Noted
    • “Precise green nozzle”
    • “Easy to control amount”
    • “Hygienic tube”
  • Price per volume Rarely Noted
    • “Small tube size”
    • “Slightly expensive for quantity”
  • Skin irritation Rarely Noted
    • “Caused burning sensation”
    • “Stung upon application”
    • “Potential purging”
  • Slow action Rarely Noted
    • “Takes days to work”
    • “Not an overnight fix”
    • “Requires consistent use”

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Questions and answers

What makes Skin1004 Tea-Trica Spot Cream a great fit for combination skin?

Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Spot Cream is a great fit for your combination skin because tea tree oil and niacinamide help control oil and reduce shine, while also treating acne. Centella asiatica extract further helps soothe and heal your skin safely without harsh ingredients.

Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for combination skin?

This cream is a great fit for your combination skin because the tree oil and niacinamide help control oil and reduce shine, while centella asiatica extract provides soothing care. It is unlikely to cause irritation since it lacks harsh ingredients.

Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

What does Centella Asiatica Extract do for combination skin?

Centella Asiatica Extract helps balance combination skin by boosting moisture levels while keeping redness and irritation calm. It also supports skin barrier repair to help maintain smooth and healthy skin overall.

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

What does Madecassoside do for combination skin?

Madecassoside helps keep combination skin calm and hydrated while supporting the skin barrier. It may also improve moisture balance and reduce irritation in areas that tend to be dry or flaky.

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

Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for combination skin?

This cream goes in your evening routine as a treatment step, applied after cleansing and before your moisturizer. It is a great fit for your combination skin because it helps control oil and reduce shine while calming blemishes safely.

International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020

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

You can use this cream in the evening after your cleanser and toner, but apply your retinol first and let it absorb to keep your skin calm. Using this order helps prevent irritation while the centella and tea tree oil work on your blemishes.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

How often should I use this cream?

Apply this treatment in your evening routine. It controls oil, reduces shine, and calms acne-prone areas safely without causing irritation.

Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?

This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on combination skin because it is safe for your skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients. Tea tree oil and niacinamide help control oil and reduce shine while managing acne lesions and blemishes.

Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007

Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.

What the research says

  • Topical 5% tea tree oil gel significantly improved total acne lesions and acne severity index compared to placebo in 60 patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris, showing 3.55 times and 5.75 times greater efficacy respectively.

    Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007
  • Lactobacillus-fermented Chamaecyparis obtusa reduced inflammatory acne lesions by 65.3% compared to 38.2% with tea tree oil in 34 patients over 8 weeks, demonstrating superior efficacy, faster onset, and safety.

    Dermatology, 2014
  • 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
  • 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
  • The novel high-payload nanosuspension system of Centella asiatica extract increased skin accumulation of asiatic acid, madecassic acid, and asiaticoside by 5-, 4-, and 4.5-fold respectively compared to a marketed cream in porcine skin, with no local skin irritation in normal rats.

    International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2021
  • 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 treatment with 5% vitamin C and 0.1% madecassoside significantly improved clinical scores for wrinkles, suppleness, firmness, roughness, and skin hydration, along with functional and structural remodeling of the elastic fiber network in 20 female volunteers with photoaged skin after 6 months compared to baseline.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2008
  • 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 dexpanthenol formulated in lipophilic vehicles improved stratum corneum hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in humans.

    Arzneimittel-Forschung, 2000
  • Hyaluronic 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, 2020
  • 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

Ingredients

Centella Asiatica Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Tree Oil Leaf, Niacinamide, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Carbomer, Arginine, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol

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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