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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream for oily acne-prone skin

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  • HighOily Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

A great choice for oily acne-prone skin; a few moisturizers fit it even better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. 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 is highly suitable for your oily skin and addresses your concerns of acne, blemishes, and breakouts due to Centella Asiatica Extract and Tranexamic Acid, which effectively soothe inflammation and reduce redness.
  • Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate provide excellent hydration without clogging pores, further supporting your skin's balance and comfort.
  • The formulation is safe for your skin, with no reported irritation risks and the inclusion of soothing agents like Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate.

How to apply

  • Use this AM and PM routine every day to help clear your skin. Always remember to finish with SPF in the morning.
  • Apply the moisturizer after your cleanser and toner, right before your SPF during the day.
  • Gently press a small amount into your skin and avoid rubbing to keep pores clear.
  • Apply on clean, slightly damp skin to help the product absorb better and control oil.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a simple patch test before your first use.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 1.5k+ reviews

Based on a very large amount of data, this product is a highly-rated, lightweight gel-cream moisturizer that excels at calming redness and repairing the skin barrier, making it a favorite for oily, combination, and sensitive skin types, especially in humid climates. While it generally absorbs well and is makeup-friendly, some users with dry skin find it insufficient for their needs, and a moderate number report a temporary sticky finish. A low number of users experienced breakouts or found the product size to be too small.

Highlights

  • Lightweight and non-greasy Mostly Mentioned
    • “feels like water”
    • “absorbs immediately”
    • “zero grease left behind”
    • “perfect for summer”
  • Soothing and calming Often Mentioned
    • “instant cooling effect”
    • “stopped the itching”
    • “reduced redness overnight”
  • Not moisturizing enough Often Mentioned
    • “skin felt tight after an hour”
    • “need a second layer”
    • “not enough for winter”
    • “too watery for dry skin”
  • Barrier repair Sometimes Noted
    • “healed my damaged barrier”
    • “great ingredient list”
    • “restored my skin health”
    • “feels restorative”
  • Makeup friendly Sometimes Noted
    • “acts like a primer”
    • “makeup glides on”
    • “no pilling under SPF”
    • “smooth canvas”
  • Sticky finish Sometimes Noted
    • “leaves a tacky layer”
    • “feels sticky for 10 minutes”
    • “hair sticks to face”
    • “weird film”
  • Potential breakouts Rarely Noted
    • “gave me CCs”
    • “caused little bumps”
    • “clogged my pores”
    • “broke me out on cheeks”
  • Small size Rarely Noted
    • “finished in 3 weeks”
    • “tube is too small”
    • “wish it came in 100ml”
    • “expensive for the amount”

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Questions and answers

What makes SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream a great fit for oily acne-prone skin?

This product is a great fit because Centella Asiatica Extract and tranexamic acid help soothe inflammation and reduce redness on oily skin. Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate also provide lightweight hydration without clogging pores, while ceramides support overall skin comfort and balance.

Molecules, 2023Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?

Centella Asiatica Extract and Tranexamic Acid make this cream a great fit because they soothe inflammation and reduce redness on oily skin. Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate also add hydration without clogging pores, while ceramides and soothing agents help keep your skin balanced and comfortable.

Molecules, 2023Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

What does Centella Asiatica Extract do for oily acne-prone skin?

Centella Asiatica Extract helps calm red spots and supports skin healing in oily, acne-prone skin. It may also help balance moisture and reduce breakouts by soothing irritated areas.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023

What does Glycerin do for oily acne-prone skin?

Glycerin helps keep oily acne-prone skin hydrated without feeling heavy. It draws moisture into the skin while supporting the skin barrier so it stays soft and balanced.

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

Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?

This cream is used as the moisturizer step in your morning routine and your evening routine. It goes after your cleanser and hydrating toner in the morning, and after your makeup remover, cleanser, cleansing toner, and treatment in the evening.

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

You can use this cream alongside retinol by applying the moisturizer after your retinol treatment to help soothe your skin and keep it calm. Using a moisturizer with ceramides alongside active treatments like retinol supports your skin barrier and is unlikely to cause irritation.

Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023Cutis, 2006

How often should I use this cream?

You can use this moisturizing treatment twice daily as part of your morning and evening routine to keep your oily acne-prone skin balanced and comfortable. Regular application helps soothe inflammation, reduce redness, and provide hydration without clogging your pores.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2006

Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?

This cream is unlikely to clog your pores or cause breakouts because it uses lightweight hydrating ingredients that balance oily skin without heavy oils. It helps soothe inflammation and calm redness, keeping your skin comfortable with a very low risk of irritation.

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

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

Yes, you can use this moisturizing treatment around the eyes and on your body because its gentle formulation adapts well to thinner areas and various skin regions. It provides soothing care and hydration without clogging pores, making it safe and comfortable for delicate skin.

Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002Molecules, 2023

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

  • 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
  • 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
  • A topical formulation containing panthenol, niacinamide, and dipotassium glycyrrhizate increased skin hydration by 74.1% and reduced transepidermal water loss by 13.5% at 28 days compared to baseline and untreated control in 35 individuals with xerosis.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026
  • 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
  • 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
  • Sodium trehalose sulfate decreased transepidermal water loss and increased stratum corneum water content in participants with low stratum corneum water content when applied for 4 weeks compared to placebo.

    Skin Research and Technology, 2024
  • Topical chloramphenicol-betamethasone combined with sodium hyaluronate/trehalose/carbomer gel compared to chloramphenicol-betamethasone alone reduced most subjective symptoms at 1 week but increased blurred vision at 4 weeks following strabismus surgery in 31 patients, with no significant differences in conjunctival inflammation between treatments.

    Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 2019
  • Topical treatment with Thealoz Duo significantly improved dry eye disease symptoms, tear break-up time, and restored tear lipid layer functionality by reducing inflammatory response proteins in moderate to severe dry eye patients over 56 days.

    Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2025

Ingredients

Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycerin, Propanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Cyclomethicone, Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Trehalose, Caprylyl Methicone, C12-14 Pareth-12, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Vp Copolymer, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, Peppermint Leaf Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Tranexamic Acid, Coptis Chinensis Root Extract, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Dextrin, Leuconostoc Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Disodium Edta, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Ceramide Eop, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, Phytosphingosine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Cholesterol

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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