# SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream for dry skin

**Lovi Fit: Low fit for dry skin.**
Dry Skin Fit: Average · Effectiveness: High · Safety: High.

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-poremizing-light-gel-cream/for/dry-skin

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for the Netherlands.

Brand: [SKIN1004](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/skin1004)
Category: [Moisturizers and moisturizing serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/best/moisturizers)

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, fine lines, and wrinkles. For scores based on a full skin profile (12D face scan, goals, preferences), use the Lovi app.

A weak match for dry skin; the moisturizers alongside fit it better.

## Why this fit

- Offers moderate suitability for your dry skin, as humectants like Glycerin and Panthenol provide hydration, but it lacks sufficient emollient and occlusive ingredients for optimal nourishment.
- Centella Asiatica Extract and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract offer soothing benefits, while Sodium Hyaluronate and Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid address dryness and flakiness by providing essential hydration.
- The product is safe for your dry skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing components.

## Fit by skin type

- [Oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-poremizing-light-gel-cream/for/oily-skin): High
- [Dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-poremizing-light-gel-cream/for/dry-skin): Low (this page)
- [Combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-poremizing-light-gel-cream/for/combination-skin): High
- [Sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-poremizing-light-gel-cream/for/sensitive-skin): High
- [Acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-poremizing-light-gel-cream/for/acne-prone-skin): High
- [Skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-poremizing-light-gel-cream/for/dark-spots): High
- [Mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-poremizing-light-gel-cream/for/mature-skin): High
- [Dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-poremizing-light-gel-cream/for/dry-sensitive-skin): Low
- [Oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-poremizing-light-gel-cream/for/oily-acne-prone-skin): Average

## Key ingredients

Centella Asiatica Extract, Niacinamide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Witch Hazel

## What the research says

- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40921777/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32310680/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30945430/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18503551/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33103316/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17882270/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16029679/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22052267/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34623507/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31311529/))
- A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo. ([Clinical Pharmacology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/))
- Topical aloe vera gel significantly accelerated split-thickness skin graft donor-site healing compared to placebo in 12 patients, but showed no significant difference in pain relief. ([Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29649056/))
- Topical application of Aloe vera cream reduced postoperative pain at rest and during defecation, accelerated wound healing at two weeks, and decreased analgesic requirements in patients after open hemorrhoidectomy compared to placebo. ([Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2010](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20569031/))
- A Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract increased LOXL1 expression twofold, decreased elafin synthesis, restored functional elastic fibers, reduced nonfunctional elastin aggregates, decreased wrinkles, and improved skin firmness. ([Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30052192/))
- Hamamelis bark proanthocyanidins strongly increased the proliferation of cultured human keratinocytes and reduced transepidermal water loss and erythema formation in SLS-irritated skin, whereas the polysaccharide fraction had no effect. ([Phytochemistry, 2001](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11684194/))
- Witch hazel bark extract and hamamelitannin showed pronounced anti-inflammatory activity, supported keratinocyte migration in a wound healing assay, and inhibited Staphylococcus aureus growth, whereas their skin microbiota metabolite ellagic acid stimulated inflammatory mediator release. ([Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40819781/))

## Why other moisturizers fit dry skin better

- Nanoemulsions containing Macadamia integrifolia seed oil successfully enhanced skin hydration and reduced wrinkles in human volunteers, outperforming conventional emulsions in skin hydration enhancement. ([Nanomaterials, 2024](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38668218/))
- Topical oil-in-water and water-in-oil emulsions containing glyceryl glucoside, natural moisturizing factors, and ceramide significantly improved skin hydration and barrier function while reducing visible dryness and tactile roughness in subjects with very dry skin compared to untreated sites and vehicles. ([The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2012](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22916312/))
- A 10% urea plus NMF moisturizer significantly improved total stratum corneum water content and the water gradient down to a depth of 15 μm compared to its vehicle in subjects with dry skin. ([Skin Research and Technology, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35034387/))

## What reviewers say

This lightweight gel cream is widely celebrated by users with oily and combination skin for its cooling, quick-absorbing texture that controls sebum without clogging pores. While it effectively soothes redness and provides a dewy finish, many users with dry skin find it insufficiently moisturizing on its own, and reviews regarding its ability to visibly shrink pores are mixed.

- Liked: Lightweight & fast (mostly mentioned)
- Liked: Ideal for oily skin (often mentioned)
- Disliked: Not moisturizing enough (often mentioned)
- Liked: Non-comedogenic (sometimes noted)
- Liked: Soothing & cooling (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Ineffective on pores (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Sticky finish (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Small size/price (rarely noted)

## How to apply

- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using it 3 times a week and work your way up to daily use.
- Apply your moisturizer after your toner and before your sunscreen in the morning. At night, use it as the final step after your serum.
- Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer into your skin. Avoid rubbing to keep your dry skin happy.
- Apply the moisturizer on slightly damp skin to help lock in extra hydration. This is great for soothing dry and flaky areas .
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a patch test before your first use .
- Video: https://storage.pora.ai/2f72f5d69f07beeafc30237f829efbff.mp4

## Questions and answers

### Why is Skin1004 Poremizing Light Gel Cream a weak match for dry skin?

This cream is a weak match for your dry skin because it provides only moderate hydration through humectants like glycerin and panthenol, but lacks enough rich and sealing ingredients to properly nourish dry skin. A moisturizing treatment for dry skin needs rich, nourishing ingredients and protective sealants to deeply lock in moisture and support the skin barrier.
Sources: [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/), [The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/)

### Which ingredients make this cream a poor fit for dry skin?

This cream is a weak match for your dry skin because it lacks enough softening and sealing ingredients to lock in moisture, even though it includes hydrating components like glycerin and panthenol. A moisturizing treatment for dry skin needs rich, nourishing agents and heavy sealants to properly support the skin barrier and prevent water loss.
Sources: [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/), [The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/)

### 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.
Sources: [Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/), [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### 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.
Sources: [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2004](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17147561/), [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42108609/)

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

This moisturizing treatment goes after your hydrating toner and before your SPF in the morning, and after your treatment step in the evening. While humectants provide hydration, this product of this type needs rich softening and sealing ingredients to keep dry skin fully nourished.

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

You can use this cream with retinol by applying the retinol first, letting it absorb, and then following with this moisturizer. This routine helps keep your skin calm, though dry skin of this type needs rich, nourishing creams with heavier oils and butters to truly stay soft and smooth.

### How often should I use this cream?

You can use this moisturizing treatment daily in the morning and evening as part of your routine. While it offers soothing benefits and hydration, dry skin generally needs a product with richer nourishing ingredients and protective sealants to stay fully soft and smooth.
Sources: [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32141711/), [Health Science Reports, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34141902/)

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

This gel cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry skin, as it has a safe profile with no harsh ingredients. However, it is a weak match for your dry skin, and a product of this type needs rich smoothing and sealing ingredients to provide proper nourishment.

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

This lightweight gel cream is generally safe to use around the eyes and on the body, though dry skin requires a product of this type to include richer nourishing oils and butters to properly lock in moisture.
Sources: [Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12375070/)

### Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

## Alternatives for dry skin

- [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €13.02 at Amazon
- [La Roche-Posay Toleriane Ultra Soothing Care](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/la-roche-posay/toleriane-ultra-soothing-repair-moisturizer/for/dry-skin) — High fit — €27.11 at Amazon
- [Anua Heartleaf 78% Soothing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/anua/heartleaf-78-soothing-cream/for/dry-skin) — High fit — €25.29 at Amazon

## Routine for dry skin

### AM

- Cleanser: [La Roche-Posay Hydrating Gentle Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/la-roche-posay/toleriane-hydrating-gentle-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €21.95 at Amazon
- Hydrating Toner: [Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/dear-klairs/supple-preparation-unscented-toner/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €16.89 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Lift and Firm Night Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/elizabeth-arden/advanced-ceramide-lift-and-firm-night-cream/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €48.84 at Amazon
- SPF: [Purito Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/purito/daily-soft-touch-sunscreen/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €20.01 at Amazon

### PM

- Pre-Cleanser: [MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/missha/ultra-hyalon-cleansing-cream/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €11.83 at Amazon
- Cleanser: [La Roche-Posay Hydrating Gentle Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/la-roche-posay/toleriane-hydrating-gentle-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €21.95 at Amazon
- Cleansing Toner: [ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/round-lab/1025-dokdo-cleansing-water/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €13.99 at Amazon
- Serum or Treatment: [Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/peach-and-lily/glass-skin-refining-serum/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €86.59 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Lift and Firm Night Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/elizabeth-arden/advanced-ceramide-lift-and-firm-night-cream/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €48.84 at Amazon

### Weekly

- Pre-Cleanser: [MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/missha/ultra-hyalon-cleansing-cream/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €11.83 at Amazon
- Cleanser: [La Roche-Posay Hydrating Gentle Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/la-roche-posay/toleriane-hydrating-gentle-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €21.95 at Amazon
- Cleansing Toner: [ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/round-lab/1025-dokdo-cleansing-water/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €13.99 at Amazon
- Nourishing Mask: [Laneige Water Sleeping Mask_EX](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/laneige/water-sleeping-mask-ex/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €33.90 at Amazon
- Serum or Treatment: [Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/peach-and-lily/glass-skin-refining-serum/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €86.59 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Lift and Firm Night Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/elizabeth-arden/advanced-ceramide-lift-and-firm-night-cream/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — €48.84 at Amazon

## Where to buy

- Notino: €20.30 (https://www.notino.nl/skin1004/madagascar-centella-poremizing-light-gel-cream-lichte-gelcreme-voor-huid-egalisatie-en-porien-minimalisatie/p-16153550/)
Prices checked 30 Oct 2026.

## Ingredients

Centella Asiatica Extract, Water, Propanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Xylitol, Butylene Glycol, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Betaine, Pvp, Sedum Sarmentosum Extract, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract, Hydrolyzed Malt Extract, Disodium Edta, Hydrolyzed Viola Tricolor Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Trideceth-10, Sea Water, Panthenol, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Xylitylglucoside, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Anhydroxylitol, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Chestnut Shell Extract, Witch Hazel Leaf Water, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract Lavender Flower Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Allantoin, Kaolin, Mineral Salts
## About the Lovi Fit

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Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this fit score: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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