SKIN1004
Madagascar Centella Ampoule
Key ingredient: Centella Asiatica 100%
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For sensitive, redness-flushed, or barrier-compromised skin that finds generic "cica" creams underwhelming, the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule delivers 100% standardised Madagascar-grown centella extract — the brand that put explicit triterpenoid percentages on K-beauty labels first, and the cleanest single-active cica formulation in the £15 range.
The ingredient story
Hero ingredient
Centella Asiatica Extract (100% Madagascar-grown)
Concentration
100% Centella Asiatica Extract listed as the *only* primary ingredient. No water, no fillers, no fragrance — the ampoule is essentially concentrated cica extract in a clear solution.
Deep-dive
Read the full guide →How it works
Standardised Madagascar centella delivers all four active triterpenoids — asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, madecassic acid — at the ratio nature produces when the plant grows in tropical Madagascar volcanic soil. This combination suppresses NF-κB inflammation (reducing visible redness within hours), supports fibroblast collagen synthesis via the TGF-β/Smad pathway (8–12 week scale), and reinforces the skin barrier through filaggrin upregulation.
What the evidence shows
Madagascar-grown centella yields measurably higher triterpenoid concentrations than Korean-grown centella — confirmed by multiple Korean dermatology lab analyses. SKIN1004 was the first major K-beauty brand to publish their triterpenoid content on labels, which set the transparency standard the rest of the category followed. See /ingredients/centella for the full mechanism literature.
Skip if you have a known Apiaceae plant family allergy (carrot, celery, parsley). Otherwise centella has one of the cleanest safety records in cosmetic dermatology.
The brand
Philosophy
“Single-ingredient, source-transparent formulations. Centella from Madagascar, mugwort from Korea — name the source, name the concentration, no fillers.”
SKIN1004 was founded in 2017 with an explicit thesis: source the highest-concentration centella available globally (Madagascar) and put the active percentage on the label so consumers can compare meaningfully. That positioning — single-active focus, source transparency — was unusual for K-beauty at the time, where vague "with centella" marketing dominated. The Madagascar Centella line now spans toner, ampoule, cream, ampoule foam cleanser, and a SPF50+ hybrid; the Ampoule and Toning Toner are the entry points. SKIN1004 is widely recommended by Korean dermatologist content creators precisely because the formulations match what clinical literature would prescribe.
Where this fits in your routine
Routine step
Ampoule — apply after toner/essence, before moisturiser (the most-concentrated active step)
Morning: cleanse → toner → SKIN1004 Centella Ampoule → niacinamide or vitamin C → moisturiser → SPF Evening: double cleanse → toner → SKIN1004 Centella Ampoule → retinol (optional) → moisturiser
Post-procedure use: This is one of the most-recommended products for post-laser, post-microneedling, or post-peel recovery. Apply twice daily on calmed skin only; reintroduce other actives slowly as skin recovers.
Pregnancy-safe.
Pairs especially well with
COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence — centella calms inflammation, snail rebuilds the barrier — classic post-acne or post-procedure combo
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream — same-brand moisturiser designed to seal the ampoule's actives without competing
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun SPF50+ — sunscreen is essential after any calming routine to prevent re-inflammation from UV
Full ingredients
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Full INCI ingredient list (manufacturer)
Centella Asiatica Extract, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Disodium EDTA
What real users say
“My rosacea-prone skin went from constant low-grade flushing to almost neutral in 3 weeks. The simplest INCI of any product I have ever used and it works better than products triple the price.”
— Reddit r/Rosacea, 2024
“My dermatologist prescribed this for post-laser recovery and I have not used a single other ampoule since. It is the £18 product that replaced two £60 ones.”
— r/SkincareAddictionUK, 2024
“I appreciate that the bottle tells me what is actually in it. 100% Centella Asiatica Extract — no marketing word salad. The product matches the label.”
— YesStyle verified review
Texture / feel
Water-thin and clear with no scent. Absorbs instantly with no residue, no tackiness. The most unobtrusive ampoule texture in K-beauty — perfect for layering, suits any skin type.
Buying authentic
Verified UK retailers
Counterfeit warning
SKIN1004 packaging features a clean white bottle with a discreet brand mark. Genuine bottles have a printed (not stickered) batch code on the base and a holographic seal on the box. Avoid third-party Amazon sellers.
This page was last reviewed on 2026-05-19. We update product storytelling when formulation, retailer availability, or evidence changes meaningfully.
About this product
A powerhouse serum made with 100% Madagascar Centella water. Intensely soothes reactive skin, fades redness, and strengthens the skin barrier with regular use.
Why Centella Asiatica 100% works
Centella Asiatica 100% activates madecassoside to repair the skin barrier and suppress inflammatory cytokines.
Concerns addressed
Centella asiatica, green tea, and azelaic acid calm inflammation. Avoid alcohol-based products and fragrance.
