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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Asiatica Ampoule for dry sensitive skin

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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Asiatica Ampoule

Average

  • HighDry Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

Works for dry sensitive skin; other serums fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, 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

  • Offers moderate soothing and barrier strengthening for your dry and sensitive skin, as Centella Asiatica Extract and Glycerin provide hydration and calming effects.
  • This formula is generally safe for your dry or flaky skin and sensitivity due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing Centella Asiatica Extract.
  • The product is safe for your dry and sensitive skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing ingredients like Centella Asiatica Extract.

How to apply

  • Use this PM routine for your evening skincare. Start using the serum 3 times a week and increase to daily use if your skin feels comfortable.
  • Apply the serum after cleansing and toner, but right before your moisturizer. This step locks in deep hydration for dry skin.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin using your palms. Let it absorb completely for a minute ⏱ before applying your next product.
  • Since your skin is sensitive, apply the serum on completely dry skin for better tolerance and less irritation.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Always do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin reacts well.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 25.0k+ reviews

Based 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 dry sensitive skin?

This ampoule works moderately well for dry sensitive skin by offering gentle calming and hydration, though other treatments fit it better. To properly care for this skin type, products need a rich blend of moisturizing ingredients, oils, and sealing agents that deeply nourish and lock in hydration.

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

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

Centella Asiatica Extract and glycerin make this serum a fit for dry sensitive skin by helping calm irritation and boost hydration. To fully meet the needs of dry and sensitive skin, a product of this type needs a richer blend of nourishing oils and moisture-locking ingredients.

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

What does Centella Asiatica Extract do for dry sensitive skin?

Centella asiatica extract helps calm dry sensitive skin by reducing irritation and improving moisture while protecting the skin barrier. Clinical studies show that regular use noticeably decreases redness and discomfort while keeping the skin soft and hydrated.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

What does Glycerin do for dry sensitive skin?

Glycerin helps dry sensitive skin by drawing moisture into the skin and keeping it there, making the skin soft and smooth. It is very gentle and unlikely to cause irritation while improving how well the skin holds onto water. This type of skin needs ingredients that boost hydration and repair the barrier without causing stinging.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008

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

This treatment goes in your evening routine after your toner and before your moisturizer. Putting serums and ampoules in the evening helps keep things simple and adds extra safety around sun exposure.

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

Yes, you can use this treatment with retinol by applying the treatment first to calm and hydrate your skin before layering your retinol. This approach helps keep dry and sensitive skin comfortable while using active ingredients. Dry and sensitive skin of this type needs richer moisturizers and barrier-strengthening ingredients to fully lock in hydration.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

How often should I use this serum?

You can use this treatment in your evening routine. A product of this type works best for dry and sensitive skin when it includes richer hydrators and barrier-repairing ingredients to deliver deeper moisture.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

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

This serum is unlikely to cause breakouts for your dry sensitive skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing Centella Asiatica Extract. However, because this skin type needs richer moisturizers and barrier-repairing ingredients to fully lock in hydration, a product of this type may need extra nourishing oils or heavier creams to prevent dryness.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023

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, 2016

  • 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

  • Co-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, 2023

  • Chitosan-based hydrogels loaded with asiaticoside-rich Centella asiatica extract achieved controlled drug release, skin permeability, antimicrobial activity, and synergistic wound healing effects in an in vitro model.

    International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2023

  • 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

  • The 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, 2020

  • Ten 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, 2001

  • Niacinamide/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, 2012

  • A 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

  • Sensory 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, 2011

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.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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