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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum for dry skin

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  • HighDry Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

A great choice for dry skin; a few sunscreens fit it even better.

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

  • This product offers excellent sun protection for your dry skin, with diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate and ethylhexyl triazone effectively shielding against UV radiation, while glycerin and sodium hyaluronate provide essential humectant action to combat dryness.
  • Moderate hydration is supported by sodium hyaluronate and hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, which help retain moisture and address flakiness.
  • The formula is safe for your dry skin, as it contains soothing Centella Asiatica Extract and Sodium Hyaluronate and lacks harsh or irritating ingredients.

How to apply

  • Apply this moisturizing sunscreen daily in your AM routine. Use it every morning as the final step of your skincare routine.
  • Apply after your moisturizer and before putting on makeup. This ensures proper sun protection for your skin.
  • Gently spread an even layer over your face and neck. Avoid rubbing too hard to keep your dry skin happy.
  • Apply on completely dry skin for the best coverage and protection. Make sure your face is clean before application.
  • Avoid the immediate eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use.

People Say

★4.9Overall rating based on 1.5k+ reviews

This chemical sunscreen is widely praised for its ultra-lightweight, serum-like texture that absorbs quickly without leaving a white cast, making it a favorite for daily wear. Users with sensitive and acne-prone skin report excellent soothing and hydrating effects, though those with very oily skin or in humid climates may find the dewy finish slightly too shiny or sticky. This summary is based on a very large amount of data and should definitely be taken into account.

Highlights

  • Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned
    • “sunk in like a dream”
    • “feels like a light lotion”
    • “weightless on skin”
    • “glides on incredibly smoothly”
  • No white cast Mostly Mentioned
    • “zero white cast”
    • “invisible on dark skin”
    • “blends in beautifully”
    • “no ghostly look”
  • Good under makeup Often Mentioned
    • “grips foundation like a dream”
    • “no pilling”
    • “makeup sits beautifully on top”
    • “acts like a primer”
  • Hydrating and soothing Often Mentioned
    • “skin feels plump”
    • “soothing for acne-prone skin”
    • “hydrating enough to skip moisturizer”
    • “calms redness”
  • Not sweat resistant Sometimes Noted
    • “milky sweat when running”
    • “not for the beach”
    • “stings eyes when sweating”
    • “disappears with perspiration”
  • Too shiny finish Sometimes Noted
    • “looked greasy by midday”
    • “too shiny for oily skin”
    • “glass skin turned to oil slick”
    • “needs powder to matte down”
  • Small pump output Rarely Noted
    • “takes 4-5 pumps for face”
    • “pump dispenses tiny amount”
    • “bottle finishes quickly”
    • “hard to get enough product out”
  • Sticky in humidity Rarely Noted
    • “feels tacky in high humidity”
    • “never fully dries down”
    • “sticky finish in summer”
    • “hair sticks to face”

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Questions and answers

What makes SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum a great fit for dry skin?

This product is a great fit for your dry skin because it shields against UV rays while glycerin and sodium hyaluronate draw in moisture to combat dryness and flakiness. It also features soothing Centella Asiatica extract to keep skin calm and comfortable.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

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

Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate make this serum a great fit by providing essential moisture to combat dry skin and flakiness. Centella asiatica extract further helps soothe the skin while keeping the formula gentle and safe.

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

What does Centella Asiatica do for dry skin?

Centella asiatica helps dry skin by boosting moisture levels and keeping water locked in to make the skin feel softer and smoother. It also calms redness and supports the natural barrier to prevent everyday irritation.

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

What does Hyaluronic Acid do for dry skin?

Hyaluronic acid draws moisture into dry skin, giving an immediate and lasting boost in hydration that helps smooth out fine lines and soften rough patches. It is very gentle and unlikely to cause irritation while improving overall skin smoothness and plumpness.

Dermatology and Therapy, 2021Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011

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

This moisturizing SPF goes in the morning routine as the final step after your moisturizer. It shields your dry skin from UV rays while helping to retain moisture and calm dryness.

The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022

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

You can use this moisturizing spf during the day after your moisturizer, while saving your retinol for your evening routine. This helps shield your skin from UV rays while keeping dry areas comfortable and calm.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

How often should I use this serum?

You can use this moisturizing SPF every morning as the final step of your daytime routine. Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate help keep dry skin comfortable and hydrated throughout the day.

Health Science Reports, 2021

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

This moisturizing spf is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry skin, as it contains soothing Centella asiatica extract and lacks heavy, pore-clogging ingredients. Sodium hyaluronate and glycerin also help keep skin calm and hydrated without causing purging.

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

Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

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

What the research says

  • 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
  • Profhilo treatment led to significant improvements in superficial skin hydration and transepidermal water loss over time in Chinese females, while demonstrating good product tolerability.

    Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2026
  • 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
  • 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 application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011
  • Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.

    Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022
  • Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.

    BMC Oral Health, 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 a 2% cream containing combined fruit extracts for 56 days significantly reduced wrinkle depth by 11.5%, length by 10.07%, and area by 29.55% in 21 female subjects compared to a placebo.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2015
  • A dermocosmetic containing bakuchiol, Ginkgo biloba extract, and mannitol improves inflammatory lesions, Investigator Global Assessment, and seborrhea intensity when added to adapalene 0.1% gel in patients with acne vulgaris.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2015
  • Topical application of Ginkgo biloba cream for two weeks reduced wrinkles and improved skin shape, texture, and tautness in human volunteers compared to baseline.

    Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 2023

Ingredients

Water, Dibutyl Adipate, Propanediol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Niacinamide, Coco-Caprylate Caprate, Caprylyl Methicone, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Betula Platyphylla Japonica Bark Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Wheat Extract Sprout, Medicago Sativa Extract, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract Sprout, Eruca Sativa Leaf Extract, Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Behenyl Alcohol, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Decyl Glucoside, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Adenosine, Xanthan Gum, T-Butyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Inositol, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin

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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