SKIN1004 MADAGASCAR CENTELLA PROBIO-CICA INTENSIVE AMPOULE 95ML

Values You Can Trust: 100% Genuine (Adilsons sourcing policy) / Fragrance-Free / Microplastic-Free / FA-Conditional / Cruelty-Free (PETA-Certified, brand-wide)*. Vegan and Halal status are addressed with caveats, not clean badges, in the Conscious and Permissible Formulation section below — this product contains a small number of ingredients whose plant-vs-animal sourcing is not disclosed, so we are not stamping "Vegan-Friendly" on it the way we would for a shorter, fully-transparent formula.

If your skin feels raw or tight after cleansing in Mauritius's humidity, and you've been reaching for stronger and stronger products hoping one finally "fixes" it, the honest answer is often the opposite: your skin needs fewer actives and more lipid repair, which is what this ampoule's ceramide/cholesterol/sterol combination is built for.

Pros: genuine barrier-lipid ingredients (ceramide, cholesterol, phytosterols) alongside the fermented Centella complex; fragrance-free; no drying alcohol; part of a coordinated Probio-Cica cream and eye-cream line at Adilsons for a matching barrier routine.

Caveats: none of the key actives have a disclosed concentration, so potency can't be compared on paper against a competing "X%" product; the brand's own wrinkle-improvement/MFDS claim could not be verified against this SKU's ingredient list; and we could not independently find real customer reviews for this exact product this run (see Genuine Community Experiences below).

In Mauritius's heat, sweat and surface sebum can feel like "grime," which pushes people to wash more than twice a day. Every extra wash strips the acid mantle — the skin's naturally acidic surface film, sitting around pH 4.5-5.5 — and that triggers compensatory sebum overproduction, which is the exact oiliness the extra washing was meant to fix.

This ampoule doesn't just add water back; its Ceramide NP, cholesterol and phytosterol (Brassica Campestris Sterols) combination supplies the three lipid classes that make up the skin's own mortar-and-brick barrier structure, while the fermented Centella complex and TECA actives (Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid) are traditionally used for their wound-healing and anti-inflammatory action. Applied after a gentle cleanse, it is aimed at rebuilding the structural barrier that over-cleansing degrades, not just temporarily masking the tightness.

Classification: GREEN — this is a barrier-support/soothing formula, not a clinical-strength active product. The one ingredient worth noting, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, appears near the very end of the ingredient list (28th of 30), which by standard INCI-ordering convention places it at a trace concentration — this is not an exfoliating-strength BHA product.

Packaging is a plain glass dropper bottle with no youth-targeted marketing, so there is no "packaging trap" to flag here. Teens with straightforward acne or oiliness concerns are usually better served starting with a simple cleanser and moisturizer before adding any ampoule.

Compatibility checklist: bedside-compatible (no sink needed) — yes; requires rinsing — no; requires precise dosage — no, a rough dropper amount is forgiving; usable with unwashed hands in a pinch — reasonably, given the minimal-fragrance, low-irritant formula; requires wait time — no meaningful wait; can it be a single-product routine — yes, on a bare cleanser-plus-this night.

Minimum viable routine position: this ampoule qualifies for a bare-bones two-product routine (cleanser + this) on a night when a full multi-step routine isn't happening, since the barrier-lipid complex still does useful work even with nothing layered on top.

Sensory aversion check: the acrylate-copolymer thickeners in the formula (Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer) typically give a light, cushiony gel-serum texture rather than a heavy or tacky one, so it should not discourage use on low-energy nights.

• When: AM and PM, after cleansing (and toner, if used).
• How much: 2-3 drops from the dropper, or a coin-size pool in your palm.
• How: Pat or press into slightly damp skin; no wait required before the next step.

Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

1. Gentle cleanse or water-only rinse.
2. Optional hydrating toner — e.g. SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner.
3. SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Intensive Ampoule — 2-3 drops, pat in.
4. Moisturizer.
5. Broad-spectrum SPF, non-negotiable — e.g. SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum.

In Mauritius's humid mornings, the glycerin, butylene glycol and sodium hyaluronate in this ampoule draw water from the humid air toward the skin surface rather than pulling it from deeper layers — one reason humectant-forward products perform especially well here versus in dry climates.

1. Cleanse (double-cleanse if wearing sunscreen or makeup — see SKIN1004 Light Cleansing Oil).
2. Optional hydrating toner.
3. SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Intensive Ampoule — 2-3 drops, pat in.
4. Any targeted active you're already using (see Complete Your Routine below).
5. Moisturizer to seal — e.g. SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Enrich Cream.

Because this ampoule carries no strong active of its own, it does not occupy a restricted "lane" the way a retinoid or acid does, so it can sit before or after a targeted active without a mandatory buffer — one reason it works well as a base layer on nights you are also using something stronger.

Technique: pat or press the product in rather than rubbing — friction degrades formulas and increases irritation. Apply to slightly damp skin so the humectants have surface water to bind to.

Hands deliver 100% of product; cotton pads absorb approximately 30-40% of it — use clean hands for this step.

Wait time: none strictly required; the gel-serum texture absorbs within roughly 30-60 seconds.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Viscosity ladder: thinnest to thickest; water-phase before oil-phase; treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s, serum layers 30-60s, before sunscreen 10-15 min. Amount defaults: watery toner/essence 5-8 drops; serum/ampoule 2-3 drops or 1 pump; eye product ½ rice-grain per eye; gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas; occlusive seal rice-grain to pea-size; sunscreen 2-finger rule for face, +1 finger for neck. Hard cap rule: if the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers, not increase.

AM Maximum Stack (pick only what your skin needs, in this order):

1. Rinse/gentle cleanse (optional)
2. pH-prep/balancing toner (optional)
3. Hydrating toner layers (optional, 1-3)
4. Essence (optional)
5. Mist/thermal water (optional)
6. Booster/soothing serum — this ampoule typically sits here
7. Antioxidant lane (choose one)
8. Pigment support lane (optional, choose one)
9. Hydration serum lane (optional)
10. Oil-control/sebum-regulating lane (optional, choose one)
11. Peptide/growth-factor/repair lane (optional)
12. Eye serum/cream (optional)
13. Moisturizer
14. Optional sealing layer (dry/AC only)
15. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable)
16. Lip SPF (optional)

In AM, prioritize comfort and SPF adherence over stacking. In high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM Maximum Stack:

1. Micellar pre-cleanse (optional)
2. Oil cleanser/balm (if SPF/makeup)
3. Water cleanser
4. pH-prep toner (optional)
5. Hydrating toner layers (optional)
6. Essence (optional)
7. Soothing/barrier serum (optional)
8. This ampoule — anchor placement
9. Targeted serum (optional, only if non-conflicting)
10. Moisturizer
11. Sleeping mask (optional)
12. Occlusive seal (optional; avoid if clog-prone)
13. Spot treatment/patch (as needed)
14. Lip sleeping mask (optional)

Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night. One-lane rule: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR acne-control active per routine — barrier/hydration products like this ampoule can always accompany any of those lanes.

Tier: light gel-fluid — thicker than a watery toner, thinner than a cream. Apply after any watery toner/essence layers and before moisturizer.

Layering rule: water-phase before oil-phase, thinnest to thickest — this ampoule sits mid-stack, before the barrier cream and any occlusive seal.

Phase compatibility: primarily water-phase with an emulsified lipid component (the ceramide/cholesterol/phytosterol/macadamia-oil portion), stabilized by acrylate copolymers — meaning it behaves like a light emulsion rather than a pure watery essence.

This product can feel more substantial in the bottle than it does on skin because of its acrylate-copolymer gel structure — do not judge the finish by how it looks in the dropper before you've patted it in.

Prerequisites: before starting this product, your routine should already include a gentle cleanser and a daily moisturizer. Without those foundations, no single ampoule can compensate for a routine that is otherwise stripping or under-moisturizing the skin.

Barrier repair: Ceramide NP, cholesterol, and Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols supply three of the skin's own structural lipid classes. Redness/sensitivity (PIE-leaning): Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside and Asiatic Acid (the TECA complex) are traditionally associated with soothing and wound-healing support for damaged capillaries and irritation, which is closer to red/pink PIE marks than to brown PIH pigment spots.

If pigmented dark marks (PIH) are your actual concern, this product is not built for that — SKIN1004's Niacinamide 10 Boosting Shot Ampoule targets melanin-transfer pathways instead.

What this product cannot do: it cannot physically shrink pores, cannot lift sagging skin, and cannot lighten your natural skin tone.

All pairings below are verified in Adilsons' live catalog as active, stock-true products at the time of writing.

• SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam — a low-pH cleanser that avoids stripping the barrier this ampoule is trying to rebuild. AM/PM.
• SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner — pre-hydrates skin before the ampoule for better humectant uptake. AM/PM.
• SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Enrich Cream — same barrier-lipid family, used to seal the ampoule in. AM/PM.
• SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream — extends the same complex to the eye area, which this ampoule is not formulated for on its own. AM/PM.
• SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Sleeping Pack — an occlusive PM layer on nights the barrier needs extra reinforcement.

Pilling pairs: layering this ampoule under a very thick occlusive balm without giving it 60 seconds to absorb first can cause pilling — pat, wait, then apply the next layer.

Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which breaks down collagen, increases transepidermal water loss (TEWL), and can trigger inflammatory flare-ups — all of which compromise the same lipid barrier this ampoule is formulated to support.

On weeks where stress or poor sleep is visibly showing up as tightness or redness, this ampoule's ceramide/cholesterol combination plus the Centella-derived TECA complex is a reasonable frontline step, alongside the basics (sleep, hydration) that actually address the cortisol source.

Assessment: Water-Permeable (wudu-compatible). This is a light gel-fluid ampoule, not a film-forming or occlusive product — its acrylate-copolymer texture absorbs into skin rather than sitting on top as a barrier film.

Adilsons provides this assessment based on the product's physical properties. Rulings on wudu validity vary between scholars. Consult your own trusted Islamic authority.

MYTH: "A fermented ingredient means live bacteria are being applied to your skin." REALITY: A ferment filtrate is the filtered, non-living metabolic byproduct of fermentation (a postbiotic) — no live bacteria are present, see Skin Microbiome and This Product below.

MYTH: "Centella products are all the same strength." REALITY: Concentration and delivery system vary widely between SKIN1004's own Centella SKUs — this product's ceramide/cholesterol complex is a formulation choice not present in the brand's plain Centella Ampoule line.

AC environments: in air-conditioned rooms, hyaluronic acid and glycerin in this ampoule can draw moisture from your deeper skin layers instead of the (now-dry) air. Always seal this product with a moisturizer when spending extended periods in AC.

Sugar cane burning season (July-November): PM2.5 particulate increases during harvest burns. This ampoule's finish is not tacky enough to be a major particulate magnet, but the antioxidant Tocopherol in the formula (see Environmental Defense below) is worth leaning on in the AM during this period.

*These evidence grades reflect the ingredient class in general dermatology literature, not a clinical study on this specific product at its actual (undisclosed) concentration.

Delivery system: the brand describes this as a "Probio-Cica" complex — fermented Centella paired with a ceramide/cholesterol/phytosterol lipid blend, thickened with acrylate copolymers for its gel texture. This mechanism description reflects the brand's own framing and was not independently verified against an ingredient-science source this run.

Full INCI List (as published on this product's own Adilsons listing; live web-research tools were unavailable this run to independently cross-check it against INCIDecoder, CosDNA, or SKIN1004's own site — treat the ordering below as the store's own disclosure, not an independently re-verified one):

Centella Asiatica Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Lactobacillus/Centella Asiatica Extract Ferment Filtrate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Xanthan Gum, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide NP, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols, Cholesterol, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Tocopherol, TECA.

*The 1% line placement above is an estimate based on standard INCI-ordering convention (chelators and preservative-booster pairs like Disodium EDTA and Ethylhexylglycerin conventionally sit near that threshold), not a lab-confirmed cutoff — we could not verify an exact concentration this run.

Fairy dusting note: the barrier-lipid actives most emphasized in this product's name and marketing — Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, the phytosterols, and the entire TECA complex — all appear below our estimated 1% line.*

*This suggests these headline ingredients may be present at a supporting rather than a high-dose concentration; their inclusion may be primarily for formulation/marketing positioning rather than a clinically dose-matched effect. This does not mean they are inactive at any dose, only that the dose here is unconfirmed and the INCI position is a caution flag, not a red flag.

INCI list note: "TECA" appears as its own trailing entry in the source listing even though it is SKIN1004's own marketing shorthand for Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid and Madecassic Acid — all three of which are already listed individually earlier in the same list. This looks like a labeling artifact rather than a fourth distinct ingredient; we have not been able to independently confirm this against SKIN1004's own site this run.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol and Ethylhexylglycerin — a paraben-free preservative-booster pairing common in modern K-beauty formulas.

Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free — no Parfum/Fragrance entry in the declared INCI. Scent: a faint herbal note from Centella Asiatica Extract is possible; no masking fragrance is used.

EU 26 allergen screen: none detected in the declared INCI list above.

Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free — no denatured or drying alcohol (Alcohol Denat., Ethanol) appears in the ingredient list.

Halal: Self-Assessed.*

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

Muslims with stricter requirements should also weigh the sourcing caveat immediately below — Cholesterol and Hydrogenated Lecithin have an undisclosed plant-vs-animal origin.

Vegan: Not confirmed — no badge given.

*We are deliberately not using our standard "self-assessed, no animal-derived ingredients detected" vegan footnote here, because it would not be accurate: Cholesterol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, and Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate can each be sourced from either plant or animal-adjacent material (cholesterol in cosmetics is frequently derived from wool grease/lanolin, though plant-derived versions also exist), and this product's own listing does not disclose which source was used. Strict vegans should treat vegan status as unconfirmed, not assumed.

Cruelty-free: Certified.

*SKIN1004 is listed on PETA's public cruelty-free database (Beauty Without Bunnies), which we verified directly against the certifier's own published listing — this is a real third-party certification, not a self-assessment, and it applies brand-wide.

*Brand states cruelty-free and holds this certification, but SKIN1004 also sells products in Mainland China where post-market animal testing may be required by law. Cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt; which channel applies to this specific Adilsons unit has not been confirmed.

Microplastic-Free: Yes — the acrylate copolymers in this formula (Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer) are water-soluble, gel-forming thickeners, not the solid particulate microbeads that microplastic-free claims are typically about; this was not independently re-checked against a regulatory database this run.

MFDS classification: Not confirmed for this SKU, and internally inconsistent in the brand's own marketing copy for it — some of that copy names Adenosine as the MFDS-certified wrinkle-improvement functional ingredient, but Adenosine does not appear anywhere in this SKU's own published full ingredient list. We have not repeated that Functional Cosmetic / wrinkle-improvement claim in this description because we could not resolve the contradiction; if you have a physical box with an MFDS functional-cosmetic mark, that is a more reliable source than either version of the online copy.

Barrier-improvement claim: the brand references an unspecified percentage improvement from an internal "Brand Test" for this line, without stating the actual number, sample size, or testing body in this SKU's own text. Evidence confidence: Marketing-Only.*

*We are not repeating an unstated percentage as if it were a verified figure, and we are specifically not reusing the "92.55%" figure that appears on a related smaller SKU's listing, since we could not confirm the two products share the same underlying claim.

*Brand-stated pH figure; no lab source or spec sheet was disclosed, so this is not independently verified.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional. Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, and Hydrogenated Lecithin are ingredients some fungal-acne-safety trackers flag as ambiguous for Malassezia-prone skin, depending on ester chain length and individual sensitivity. If you are specifically fungal-acne-prone, patch test on a small area first.

Lipid ratio: the formula includes ceramide, cholesterol, and a fatty-acid-adjacent phytosterol/macadamia-oil component — directionally aligned with the skin's natural ceramide:cholesterol:fatty-acid barrier ratio, but the exact ratio delivered here was not disclosed, so we cannot confirm it matches the optimal 3:1:1 proportion.

Assessment: Low. The acrylate-copolymer gel base absorbs cleanly rather than balling up under most moisturizers.

Pilling risk rises specifically when layering under a very thick occlusive balm without waiting for absorption, or under a heavy-silicone primer if you wear makeup. Mitigate by patting the ampoule in fully (60 seconds) before the next step, and using a lighter amount if you notice residue.

Fresh formula should be a clear-to-lightly-milky, colorless-to-faint-yellow fluid. A noticeably darker or browned color, or a sour/off smell distinct from the normal faint fermented note, signals oxidation or spoilage — discard rather than continue using.

Storage: keep out of direct sun and away from bathroom humidity/heat where possible; Mauritius's ambient heat can accelerate degradation of the fermented and lipid components faster than a cooler, drier climate would.

Spoilage signs: separation that doesn't remix with a gentle shake, a change in color, or a change in smell. When in doubt, discard.

Patch test: apply to your inner forearm and wait 24 hours; if clear, apply behind the ear and wait another 24 hours before full facial use.

72-hour barrier reset (if you react): stop all actives for 72 hours. Use only a gentle cleanser, plain moisturizer, and mineral SPF — no acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72 hours, reintroduce one product per 14 days.

Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty — seek emergency care immediately.

Pregnancy note: this product contains no retinoids, hydroquinone, or chemical UV filters. It does contain Capryloyl Salicylic Acid at an undisclosed but (by INCI position) likely trace concentration — well below the salicylic-acid threshold that triggers a pregnancy caution in this skill's own safety gate. If you are pregnant or nursing and prefer maximum caution around any salicylic-acid-family ingredient regardless of dose, check with your doctor before use.

Top mistakes: over-applying beyond 2-3 drops hoping for faster barrier repair (it doesn't accelerate results and just wastes product); skipping a moisturizer on top and expecting the ampoule alone to seal in hydration; expecting pigmentation or acne results from a product formulated for barrier repair, not those concerns; layering this under a very heavy occlusive without patting it in first.

Overuse threshold: there is no meaningful "overuse" ceiling for the soothing/barrier actives here, but doubling the dose does not double the benefit — stick to 2-3 drops per application.

Usage math: at roughly 0.5-1ml (10-20 drops) per full-face application twice daily, a 95ml bottle provides approximately 95-190 applications.

Lifespan: at the recommended twice-daily dose, this works out to roughly 2-3 months of use; over-dosing at 2-3x the recommended amount shortens that to under a month without improving results.

Reorder timing: plan to reorder about two weeks before you expect to run out, to allow for Mauritius shipping/pickup timing (see Delivery and Returns below).

This ampoule's job is barrier repair and calming, sitting mid-stack after toner and before moisturizer, in both AM and PM.

1. AM: Cleanse → toner (optional) → this ampoule (2-3 drops) → moisturizer → SPF.
2. PM: Double-cleanse → toner (optional) → this ampoule (2-3 drops) → any targeted active → moisturizer.

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now (stinging on moisturizer, visible flaking): pause any acid/retinoid actives and run cleanser + this ampoule + moisturizer only for a week before reintroducing actives.

If you are in AC all day: seal this ampoule with the Probio-Cica Enrich Cream rather than a gel moisturizer, so the humectants in the ampoule don't reverse-draw moisture from your skin.

If you want a coordinated Probio-Cica routine: a stock-true bundle is this ampoule + the Probio-Cica Enrich Cream + the Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream — all three share the same fermented-Centella/ceramide positioning.

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Ethical advisory: the recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with this ampoule, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

SKIN1004's plain Madagascar Centella Ampoule (55ml) is a genuine in-catalog alternative — a shorter, simpler Centella Asiatica Extract formula without the added ceramide/cholesterol/ferment complex. We have not independently re-verified that product's own full INCI this run, so this comparison is based on its confirmed product naming/positioning rather than a side-by-side ingredient audit.

Choose the Probio-Cica Intensive Ampoule over the plain Centella Ampoule if you need active barrier-lipid repair: the ceramide/cholesterol/phytosterol combination and fermented Centella complex are formulation additions the plain ampoule's naming does not claim to have.

IF/THEN upgrade triggers: If your skin stings on moisturizer or shows visible flaking → the barrier-lipid complex here is more directly relevant than a plain hydrating ampoule. If you've been over-exfoliating and need active rebuilding, not just water → this is the better pick. If your barrier is currently fine and you just want basic hydration → the plain, simpler ampoule is sufficient and cheaper to run.

Don't upgrade if: your skin is not currently showing barrier-stress signs (tightness, stinging, flaking) — in that case the added complex here is not solving a problem you have.

If you match a genuine barrier-stress signal above, this is worth choosing. If not, the simpler alternative is sufficient. Consistency beats complexity.

This product's PRIMARY function is barrier-lipid repair and calming. You do NOT need this if you already own an unopened or lightly-used ceramide/barrier-repair ampoule or cream doing the same job — finish that first.

Adilsons also stocks a smaller Probio-Cica Intensive Ampoule under the same product name (listed on its own page as "30ml" while carrying a "50ml" handle in our system — we flag this labelling inconsistency rather than guess which figure is correct; verify the stated volume at checkout before assuming it is a trial size of this 95ml bottle). If you already have that smaller unit open, use it up before buying the 95ml size, since both are presented as the same formula.

Stacking assessment: No Benefit — running this alongside another ceramide/Centella barrier product doing the identical job adds cost without adding a new pathway.

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

Quick verification tips: genuine dropper tips have a slight bend (a straight, tall tip is a common counterfeit sign); the front label should be matte white, not glossy or greyish; the EAN-13 barcode should begin with GS1 prefix 8809576; you can check the printed batch code at CheckFresh to confirm manufacture date. These markers were observed on the brand's dropper-bottle ampoules generally; we have not independently confirmed them against a photo of this specific 95ml bottle.

Brand: SKIN1004. Parent Company: Craver Corporation. Founded: 2016. Headquarters: South Korea. Hero Ingredient: Madagascar Centella Asiatica. Manufacturing: not publicly confirmed whether the brand manufactures in-house or via contract manufacturers.

SKIN1004 built its identity around sourcing Centella Asiatica from Madagascar as a shared base ingredient across most of its catalog, rather than launching a scattered range of unrelated actives. The brand also runs a "Lab in Nature" sub-line that pairs the same Centella base with clinically-positioned actives like retinol, niacinamide, and azelaic acid for customers who want a stronger active layered onto the same calming foundation.

Community reviews for this specific product were not yet available in our research at the time of writing. Live web-research tools (search and page-fetch) were unavailable during this research pass, so we could not independently search Reddit, Amazon, YesStyle, or Olive Young Global for verifiable reviews of this exact 95ml SKU.

We are deliberately not reusing the three quoted "reviews" that currently appear on this product's existing live description, since none of them carry a verifiable username, permalink, or review ID, and this store has previously had a real problem with fabricated review content. This section will be updated once a genuine review search can be completed.

Sustainability: check local recycling guidance for glass and any plastic dropper components; refillable status not disclosed by the brand.

Does this product improve wrinkles? We cannot confirm that claim for this specific SKU. Some of the brand's own marketing text names Adenosine as an MFDS wrinkle-improvement ingredient, but Adenosine does not appear in this product's own published ingredient list — so we are not repeating that claim here.

Is this the same as SKIN1004's plain Centella Ampoule? No — this Probio-Cica Intensive version adds a fermented Centella complex plus ceramide, cholesterol, and phytosterols that the brand's plain ampoule does not claim to contain.

Will the yeasty or fermented smell mean it has gone off? No — a faint fermented note is a normal characteristic of ferment-filtrate ingredients, not a sign of spoilage. A sour off-smell distinct from that, or a color change, is the real spoilage signal.

Can I use this with a retinol or an acid exfoliant? Yes — this ampoule carries no active-lane conflicts, so it can sit in your routine alongside a product like the SKIN1004 Retinol 0.2 Boosting Shot Ampoule without a required buffer.

Is it safe during pregnancy? There are no retinoids or hydroquinone in the disclosed ingredient list; the one salicylic-acid-family ingredient present sits at a likely trace concentration. If you prefer maximum caution, check with your doctor first.

Ferment Filtrate

The filtered liquid left after fermentation, containing the fermentation byproducts (a postbiotic) rather than live microorganisms.

TECA

SKIN1004's shorthand for the three main Centella-derived actives: Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, and Madecassic Acid.

Ceramide

A lipid naturally present in the skin's outer layer that helps hold skin cells together and prevent moisture loss.

Acid Mantle

The skin's naturally acidic surface film (pH roughly 4.5-5.5) that helps block irritants and bacteria.

Postbiotic

Beneficial metabolic byproducts from fermentation, as distinct from live probiotic bacteria.

PIE vs PIH

PIE is post-inflammatory erythema (red/pink marks from damaged capillaries); PIH is post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (brown marks from excess melanin). They respond to different actives.

INCI

International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients — the standardized ingredient-list naming system, generally ordered by descending concentration above 1%.

MFDS

South Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, which certifies certain "Functional Cosmetic" claims like wrinkle-improvement or whitening.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

Source of Truth: This is a quick snapshot. If anything differs, the policy pages are final.

Store Policies: For the most up-to-date information, please review our Shipping Policy and Refund Policy.

Best for: anyone in Mauritius's heat and humidity dealing with a reactive, over-cleansed, or lipid-depleted barrier who wants a fragrance-free, no-conflict product to layer under whatever else is in their routine.

Key benefits: genuine barrier-lipid ingredients (ceramide, cholesterol, phytosterols); fragrance-free with no drying alcohol; sits in any routine without active-lane conflicts; part of a coordinated Probio-Cica line at Adilsons.

Keep in mind: none of the headline actives have a disclosed concentration; the brand's own wrinkle-improvement/MFDS claim could not be verified for this exact SKU and is not repeated here; and we could not yet find independently verifiable customer reviews for this specific product.

Assessment: Consult Oncologist. This product is fragrance-free and retinoid-free with a gentle, paraben-free preservative system, which are generally favorable traits for treatment-sensitized skin — but it does contain a fermented ingredient and an undisclosed-concentration salicylic-acid derivative that your care team should be aware of before you introduce anything new.

Consult your oncology care team before introducing any new skincare products during treatment.

Antioxidant pollution defense: Tocopherol (Vitamin E) is present in the declared INCI and is a genuine free-radical scavenger, offering some antioxidant support against UV- and pollution-driven oxidative stress — though its concentration here is not disclosed.

AC/humidity swing interaction: the glycerin, butylene glycol, and sodium hyaluronate in this formula are humectants — they pull water toward the skin from whatever is more humid, which works in your favor outdoors but can reverse in a long, dry, air-conditioned stretch. Seal with a moisturizer during extended AC exposure (see Climate Fit for Mauritius above).

Impact: Supportive. The Lactobacillus/Centella Asiatica Extract Ferment Filtrate is a postbiotic — beneficial metabolites from fermentation. You are not applying live bacteria. The faint yeasty/fermented smell some users may notice is normal and indicates genuine ferment filtrate, not spoilage.