SKIN1004 MADAGASCAR CENTELLA TEA-TRICA SOOTHING SUN MILK 50ML

Values You Can Trust: 100% Genuine (Adilsons policy) / Vegan-Friendly* (PETA-listed brand-wide) / Cruelty-Free (PETA "Beauty Without Bunnies," verified against PETA's own published database) / Halal-Friendly* (self-assessed) / Microplastic-Free.

*Halal status is self-assessed by Adilsons from the declared INCI, not a formal Halal certificate — see the Conscious and Permissible Formulation section for the full basis.

If you've spent months managing breakouts only to abandon sunscreen because every option felt heavy or made you shinier by noon, that frustration is the exact gap this milk is built for — a broad-spectrum filter system that does not ask you to trade sun protection for a clean-feeling face.

Genuine pros: fast-absorbing, non-greasy finish; broad-spectrum SPF50+ PA++++; contains oil-regulating Niacinamide; no added synthetic fragrance; compact 50ml size is easy to travel with.

Honest caveats: the Tea Tree Leaf Water still carries a faint herbal scent, so it is not truly fragrance-free; it contains an emulsifier flagged as FA-conditional for fungal-acne-prone skin; and — see Section 23 — the Centella Asiatica Extract in this specific formula sits below the estimated 1% mark, so this is not the brand's most Centella-forward product despite the name.

This is a single-pump, no-rinse, no-wait-time product — it is one of the easiest steps in any routine to keep up on a low-energy morning. It can be applied with unwashed or barely-washed hands in a pinch, and it works as the entire "routine" on a day when a cleanser-and-sunscreen bare minimum is all you can manage.

Sensory aversion check: the silicone-forward "milk" base can feel slightly tacky for the first 30-60 seconds before it sets, and the faint tea tree scent, while mild, is noticeable to fragrance-averse users in the first minute. If that texture is a dealbreaker on a bad day, the SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum (verified in stock) is a thinner, unscented-leaning alternative from the same brand.

1. When: Every morning, as the last step of your AM routine.
2. How much: A line of product along your index and middle fingers — the "two-finger rule" for face and neck.
3. How: Pat and press into clean, moisturized skin; do not rub. Wait 10-15 minutes before sun exposure or makeup.

The One Rule: 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 cleanser or a splash of water (skin has minimal buildup overnight).
2. Hydrating toner (optional) — 5-8 drops, wait 10-20 seconds; in Mauritius' humid mornings, humectants like glycerin and the glycols in this formula draw water in from the air itself rather than pulling it from deeper skin layers.
3. Niacinamide or centella serum (optional) — 2-3 drops, wait 30-60 seconds.
4. Lightweight moisturizer (optional — many oily-skin users in this climate skip this step and let the sun milk itself provide the final seal).
5. SKIN1004 Tea-Trica Soothing Sun Milk — two-finger amount, wait 10-15 minutes before makeup or sun exposure.

This product has no AM restriction and no mandatory-SPF caveat beyond itself, since it is the sunscreen. Reapply every 2 hours of continuous sun exposure, and immediately after heavy sweating or a swim.

This is an AM-only product — there is no UV to filter at night, and it should be fully removed, not layered into, your evening routine. Double-cleanse (oil cleanser first, then a water-based cleanser) to fully remove the silicone-forward film before applying any PM treatment.

1. Oil cleanser (e.g. SKIN1004 Light Cleansing Oil) — massage on dry skin, emulsify with water, rinse.
2. Water-based cleanser — 30-60 seconds, rinse.
3. Toner, then any active serum (see the Compatibility Guide below), then moisturizer.

This product does not occupy a "lane" in a skin-cycling schedule since it carries no exfoliating or retinoid active — it simply needs to be gone before PM treatments go on.

Two-Finger Rule (verbatim): Squeeze a line of sunscreen along your index and middle fingers. This is approximately 1.25ml — the amount needed for your face alone.

Technique: Pat and press the product in rather than rubbing — friction can drag on freshly-formed UV filter films and reduce even coverage. Apply to dry or lightly damp skin as the final skincare step, then wait before makeup.

Hands vs. cotton pad (verbatim fact): Hands deliver 100% of product. Cotton pads absorb approximately 30-40%. Always apply sunscreen with hands, never a pad.

For teens: this product's actives (UV filters, unquantified Niacinamide) are not clinical-strength exfoliants or retinoids, so it fits into a simple cleanse-moisturize-protect routine without age gating — see Age and Tween Suitability further down for the full reasoning.

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.

Global execution rules: viscosity ladder is thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase. Wait-time defaults are watery layers 10-20 seconds, serum layers 30-60 seconds, and 10-15 minutes before sunscreen if going outdoors or applying makeup. Hard cap rule: if the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers rather than adding more.

Amount defaults (unless brand-specific instructions override): 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 two-finger rule for face, +1 finger for neck. Hydrators sit best on slightly damp skin; retinoids sit best on fully dry skin.

AM Maximum Stack (all product types, correct order):

1. Rinse/gentle cleanse (optional)
2. pH-prep toner (optional)
3. Hydrating toner layers, 1-3 (optional)
4. Essence (optional)
5. Mist (optional)
6. Booster/soothing serum (optional)
7. Antioxidant lane — one only
8. Pigment-support lane — one only
9. Hydration serum lane
10. Oil-control/sebum lane (this product's Niacinamide can substitute here)
11. Peptide/repair lane
12. Eye serum/cream
13. Moisturizer
14. Optional sealing layer (AC/dry only)
15. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ — this product, 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 (all product types, correct order):

1. Micellar pre-cleanse (optional)
2. Oil cleanser/balm — mandatory to remove this product
3. Water cleanser (second cleanse)
4. pH-prep toner
5. Hydrating toner layers
6. Essence
7. Soothing/barrier serum
8. Anchor treatment product (e.g. a Niacinamide or Azelaic Acid ampoule)
9. Targeted serum (only if non-conflicting)
10. Moisturizer
11. Sleeping mask (optional)
12. Occlusive seal (optional)
13. Spot treatment/pimple patch
14. Lip sleeping mask (optional)

"Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep 'one lane' per night."

Lane strictness: one-lane rule — Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration can always accompany. If unsure, default to the safest lane (barrier/hydration) and reduce layers.

This sun milk sits at the "light fluid" tier — thicker than a watery toner or essence, thinner than a gel-cream — and is always the very last product applied in an AM routine. It is a water-based emulsion carrying oil-soluble UV filters and silicone-type texture agents (Caprylyl Methicone, Polysilicone-15, Polymethylsilsesquioxane), so it behaves as a hybrid water/silicone-phase product that should go on after every water-based serum and moisturizer, never before.

The formula appears thin and pourable in the bottle and spreads into an even, thin film on skin without needing to be "worked in" aggressively — spread it with light patting motions rather than judging its coverage by how much you squeezed out.

Prerequisites: before adding any sunscreen to a routine, your basics should already include a gentle cleanser and a daily moisturizer — sunscreen is a shield, not a substitute for barrier care.

Barrier index gate: if your skin stings when you apply moisturizer or feels tight within 30 minutes of cleansing, your barrier is below threshold for any new leave-on product, sunscreen included. Start with a plain soothing step like the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule (verified in stock) for a few days first.

UV protection: broad-spectrum SPF50+ PA++++ from four organic filters absorbing and dissipating UV energy as heat before it reaches living skin cells.

Oil regulation: Niacinamide (unquantified concentration) is well-documented at typical cosmetic doses (2-5%) for reducing sebum output and strengthening the barrier, though this exact formula's dose is not disclosed.

Calming / redness: Centella Asiatica Extract and Tea Tree Leaf Water together support the "soothing" positioning, though see Section 23 for why Centella here is present at a lower relative concentration than in the brand's dedicated Centella serums.

What this product cannot do: it cannot clear active acne on its own (it is a sunscreen, not a treatment), cannot physically shrink pores, and cannot reverse existing dark spots — daily use only prevents UV from making new and existing marks worse.

• SKIN1004 Tea-Trica BHA Foam (verified in stock) — AM & PM. A matching low-pH cleanser from the same soothing/anti-acne sub-line, used before this sunscreen each morning.
• SKIN1004 Tea-Trica Purifying Toner (verified in stock) — AM (before this product) & PM. A hydrating base layer from the same line to reduce tightness before the sun milk sets.
• SKIN1004 Niacinamide 10 Boosting Shot Ampoule (verified in stock) — PM only. Reinforces the same oil-regulating pathway this sunscreen's Niacinamide starts in the morning.
• SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream (verified in stock) — AM (under this product, if skin runs dry) & PM.
• SKIN1004 Light Cleansing Oil (verified in stock) — PM, first cleanse step to remove this sunscreen's silicone film.

Pilling pairs: layering this over a thick, silicone-heavy moisturizer can cause both to ball up under makeup. Wait a full minute after moisturizer, use a thinner amount of each, and pat rather than rub.

Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which breaks down collagen, increases transepidermal water loss, and can worsen inflammatory acne — the exact combination this product's calming ingredients (Centella, Tea Tree, Pine Extract) are positioned to buffer against, even though none of them lower cortisol itself.

On a high-stress week when skin runs redder and more reactive than usual, keeping this sunscreen as the one non-negotiable step (rather than adding new actives) is the lower-irritation choice — stressed, barrier-compromised skin is also more UV-reactive, not less.

Pre-period breakouts happen because progesterone causes the pore lining to physically swell, narrowing the opening and trapping sebum beneath — a mechanical, not hygiene, problem, and one this sunscreen's light texture at least does not worsen.

Permeability assessment: Film-Forming (uncertain). The silicone-type ingredients (Caprylyl Methicone, Polysilicone-15, Polymethylsilsesquioxane) create a light, breathable film rather than a fully occlusive seal, but the formula is not confirmed water-permeable in the way a simple watery toner is.

If your practice requires water to reach the skin during wudu, cleanse the treated area with a gentle cleanser before ablution rather than relying on water alone to penetrate the 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: "Sunscreen causes breakouts, so oily/acne-prone skin should skip it." REALITY: Older, thick mineral formulas were often comedogenic; modern lightweight chemical milks like this one are designed specifically to avoid clogging pores, and skipping SPF leaves existing acne marks to darken further under UV exposure.

MYTH: "The sun dries out pimples, so a little unprotected sun exposure helps clear skin." REALITY: UV exposure inflames the skin barrier and darkens post-acne marks for months — any short-term matte look from sun-drying is outweighed by longer-lasting pigment damage.

Sugar cane burning season (July-November): PM2.5 rises during harvest burns. This formula's finish is not especially tacky, so particulate adhesion risk is lower than with heavy-balm sunscreens, but a gentle evening cleanse still matters to clear settled particulates.

Hard water note: Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region; hard water can leave a mineral film after cleansing that reads as tightness. A pH-balancing toner before this sunscreen helps counteract that residue rather than mistaking it for dehydration from the sunscreen itself.

*Fairy-dusting note: based on standard descending-concentration INCI convention, Centella Asiatica Extract in this specific formula sits below the estimated 1% line — noticeably lower than in SKIN1004's dedicated Centella ampoules and creams, where it typically appears at the very top of the list. It is present, but the marketing name "Tea-Trica" should not be read as implying a high-concentration Centella product; the UV filters and emulsifier system make up the bulk of this formula by design, as they should in any sunscreen.

Delivery system: the "Tea-Trica Complex" is a marketing name for the Tea Tree Leaf Water + Centella Asiatica Extract + Pine Leaf Extract combination — it is not an independently documented or patented delivery technology, simply a named blend of three botanical ingredients.

Full INCI List: Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Dibutyl Adipate, Propanediol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Niacinamide, Tromethamine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Caprylyl Methicone, Pentylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Polysilicone-15, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Centella Asiatica Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, and Ethylhexylglycerin function together as a glycol-based preservative-boosting system; no parabens or phenoxyethanol appear in the declared list.

Fragrance status: No added synthetic Parfum/Fragrance appears in the INCI, but Tea Tree Leaf Water contributes a natural, perceptible scent — so this is best described as "no added fragrance" rather than strictly fragrance-free.

Scent profile: Faint, fresh herbal note from tea tree; intensity roughly 1 out of 5, dissipating within about a minute of application.

EU 26 allergen screen: none of the 26 declarable fragrance allergens (Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Geraniol, Citronellol, Eugenol, Coumarin, Benzyl Alcohol, etc.) are separately named in the declared INCI.

Tea Tree hydrosols can carry trace natural Limonene/Linalool as inherent constituents even without a declared allergen entry; this was not independently resolved, so highly fragrance-sensitive users should still patch test.

Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free of drying ethanol. Cetearyl Alcohol present is a fatty, moisturizing alcohol, not a drying one.

Halal status: Halal-Friendly*.

*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.

Vegan status: SKIN1004 is listed on PETA's own published "Beauty Without Bunnies" cruelty-free and vegan database, which we verified directly against the certifier's own listing — this is a real third-party certification, not a self-assessment. No animal-derived ingredients are named in this product's declared INCI.

Cruelty-free status: Certified via PETA as above. *The brand also sells through Tmall in mainland China, where post-market animal testing can legally apply; cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt, and which channel applies to any given Adilsons unit has not been confirmed.

Microplastic status: Microplastic-Free — Yes. Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone-resin texture powder used for its soft-focus feel, not classified as a primary microbead under current microplastic-ban definitions, though the EU's broader synthetic-polymer restriction scope continues to evolve.

MFDS classification: Functional Cosmetic for UV Protection. Under Korean cosmetics law, any product making an SPF/PA claim must be registered in this category, which requires in-vivo testing to substantiate the rating — this is a near-certain regulatory fact given the SPF50+ PA++++ claim, though the specific registration number for this exact SKU was not independently looked up.

Clinical evidence: the SPF50+ and PA++++ ratings rest on the MFDS testing standard described above rather than a separately published, citable clinical trial for this exact finished formula. No independent, peer-reviewed study on this specific product was found.

*Evidence confidence: Medium — the regulatory testing bar for the SPF/PA claim is real and mandatory, but no independently published study report for this exact SKU was located, so treat the numeric rating as regulator-verified rather than separately clinically documented.

Photostability: Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (Tinosorb S) is itself photostable and is commonly used in modern formulas partly to help stabilize other UV filters in the same system — no avobenzone (a filter that needs external stabilizing) is present here.

White cast: none expected — all four filters are chemical/organic, not mineral, so there is no zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to leave a cast on any skin tone.

Eye sting risk: in Mauritius heat, sweat can carry any sunscreen into the eyes. Avoid applying within about 1cm of the orbital bone, and if stinging occurs, use a mineral alternative like the SKIN1004 Air-Fit Suncream Plus (verified in stock) near the eye area instead.

Reapplication: reapply every 2 hours of sun exposure. A full day outdoors in Mauritius typically requires 3-4 reapplications.

Reef safety: the declared INCI contains neither Oxybenzone nor Octinoxate, the two filters most commonly cited in reef-safety discussions — "reef-safe" itself is not a regulated or certified term, so this is a factual absence check, not a certification claim.

This packaging format — a plastic pump bottle — is distinct from the dark-glass dropper bottles used on some other SKIN1004 ampoules, so authenticity checks specific to dropper tips or amber glass do not apply here; see Sourcing and Authenticity below for the checks that do.

Fungal Acne (Malassezia) Compatibility: FA-Conditional. Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate is a documented possible trigger for some fungal-acne-prone individuals. Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, and Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate are lower-confidence, ester-chemistry-based possible triggers that have not been individually cross-checked against a dedicated Malassezia-safety database this round — if you have confirmed fungal acne, patch test on a small area first.

Assessment: Low to Medium. The silicone-forward texture can ball up if applied over a not-yet-absorbed thick moisturizer, especially under makeup.

Mitigation: apply to fully absorbed skincare, use a thin layer of moisturizer underneath, wait a full minute, and pat this product in rather than rubbing or swiping it on.

Fresh product should appear as a uniform white-to-off-white milky fluid; any yellowing, separation that will not remix with shaking, or a sour/off smell signals the formula has broken down and it should be discarded.

Storage: keep away from direct sunlight and bathroom humidity extremes — heat can degrade organic UV filters over time, reducing real-world protection even before the PAO date.

Spoilage signs: color change, separation, rancid smell, or a gritty texture. When in doubt, discard rather than risk reduced UV protection from a degraded filter system.

1. Apply a small amount behind the ear or on the inner forearm.
2. Wait 24 hours, checking for redness, itching, or burning.
3. If clear, re-check at 48 and 72 hours for delayed reactions before applying to the full face.

72-hour barrier reset (if a reaction occurs): stop all actives. For 72 hours, use only a gentle cleanser, plain moisturizer, and a 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 and discontinue use.

1. Applying too little — under-dosing a sunscreen reduces the effective SPF far more than most people expect.
2. Skipping reapplication because "it's already applied" — protection genuinely degrades after about 2 hours outdoors.
3. Rubbing it in hard instead of patting — this can create uneven film thickness and patchy protection.
4. Treating it as a moisturizer substitute on genuinely dry skin, rather than layering it over one.
5. Not double-cleansing at night, leaving residue that can contribute to clogged pores over time.

Overuse threshold: there is no such thing as "too much daily use" for a sunscreen — the risk runs the other way, from under-application and inconsistent reapplication.

At roughly 1.25ml per full-face application (the two-finger rule), a 50ml bottle holds approximately 40 applications with correct dosing.

Used once daily, that works to roughly 5-6 weeks per bottle; consistently under-dosing to "stretch" it reduces the SPF actually delivered, so correct dosage protects your skin better even though it means reordering sooner.

Reorder when the bottle is about a quarter full to avoid a gap in daily protection.

This sunscreen is the final AM step protecting whatever oil-control or calming work the rest of your routine does overnight — it is only as effective as your consistency in reapplying it.

AM: 1. Cleanse. 2. Tea-Trica Purifying Toner, 5-8 drops, wait 20 seconds. 3. Niacinamide serum (optional), wait 60 seconds. 4. Moisturizer if needed. 5. Tea-Trica Soothing Sun Milk, two-finger amount, wait 10-15 minutes before sun/makeup.

PM: 1. Light Cleansing Oil to remove the sunscreen. 2. Tea-Trica BHA Foam, second cleanse. 3. Toner. 4. Treatment serum (see Compatibility Guide). 5. Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream.

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now: skip the toner and serum steps, use only the sunscreen over a plain moisturizer, and patch test again after the barrier reset. If you are in an air-conditioned office most of the day: add a hydrating serum before this sunscreen to prevent surface dehydration. If you are mid-luteal-phase and breaking out more: pair with the Niacinamide 10 Boosting Shot Ampoule at night rather than adding a second daytime active.

Bundle 1 — Tea-Trica Starter (AM & PM): Tea-Trica BHA Foam + Tea-Trica Purifying Toner + this sun milk. Use the cleanser and toner both AM and PM, the sun milk AM only.

Bundle 2 — Oil-Control Focus: this sun milk (AM) + Niacinamide 10 Boosting Shot Ampoule (PM) + Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream (AM & PM). Doubles down on the same sebum-regulating active this sunscreen already contains.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Soothing Sun Milk, 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.

For sensitive skin or a Tea Tree sensitivity: SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum (verified in stock) — same brand, same SPF50+ PA++++ rating, but built around Hyaluronic Acid and Centella without Tea Tree, in a more overtly hydrating serum texture.

For a mineral-leaning, silicone-elastomer feel: SKIN1004 Air-Fit Suncream Plus (verified in stock) — combines Zinc Oxide/Titanium Dioxide with organic filters for those who prefer at least partial mineral coverage.

For easy reapplication over makeup: Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia (verified in stock) — a stick format aimed at oily skin, convenient for midday touch-ups without disturbing makeup.

If you already own a sunscreen you like and tolerate well, finish it first — switching sunscreens for marginal texture preferences is rarely worth the waste.

Choose Tea-Trica Soothing Sun Milk over the Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum if you need: active breakout support — the Tea Tree and Niacinamide combination is specifically positioned for inflamed, acne-prone skin, whereas the Water-Fit Sun Serum is built for hydration and general calming without an anti-acne focus.

Upgrade triggers (choose Tea-Trica if): IF you have active, inflamed breakouts THEN the Tea Tree/Niacinamide combination targets that directly. IF your skin gets shiny by midday THEN the more matte finish suits you better. IF you have no known Tea Tree sensitivity THEN there is no added-risk reason to prefer the fragrance-free alternative.

Don't upgrade to Tea-Trica if: you have a confirmed Tea Tree oil sensitivity; your skin is currently dehydrated or flaking (the Water-Fit Serum's hydration focus serves you better); or you are already using a different anti-acne sunscreen and seeing good results — consistency beats switching.

If you match two or more of the upgrade triggers above, this product is worth choosing over the alternative. If not, the Water-Fit Sun Serum is a safe, sufficient choice.

This product's primary function is: daily broad-spectrum UV protection with breakout-calming support. You do not need this if you already own an unfinished, unexpired sunscreen you tolerate well — finish that one first.

Check your current sunscreen's opening date against its PAO (typically 6-12 months); buying a second bottle while one is still fresh and effective is unnecessary waste.

Stacking assessment: owning both this and a different-mechanism sunscreen (e.g. a mineral stick for touch-ups) offers Marginal-to-Significant benefit for reapplication convenience; owning two near-identical chemical milks offers No Benefit.

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 for this SKU: this product ships in a plastic pump bottle, not the dark-glass dropper format used on some other SKIN1004 ampoules — check for a smooth, even pump action rather than a dropper tip; confirm a matte (not glossy) front label; and check the batch code against CheckFresh to confirm the manufacture date. The GS1 barcode should begin with the prefix 8809576.

SKIN1004 built its identity around sourcing Centella Asiatica from Madagascar as a shared base ingredient across most of its catalog, positioning itself as an accessible, formula-forward line rather than a luxury brand. Whether the brand manufactures in-house or through contract manufacturers is not publicly confirmed.

Community reviews specific to this exact product were not independently verifiable in our research at the time of writing. A prior version of this listing referenced unattributed "Reddit review" quotes with no thread link or username, which we are not reusing here, since they could not be located or confirmed as genuine.

We would rather tell you plainly that we don't yet have verified user feedback for this specific SKU than present something we cannot stand behind — if you've used this product, we would welcome hearing from you via WhatsApp to help build an honest picture for future customers.

Sustainability: the plastic bottle and cap (PP) can typically be recycled where facilities exist; rinse before recycling. The outer paper box is fully recyclable.

Antioxidant pollution defense: Centella Asiatica Extract carries recognized antioxidant activity alongside its calming role, offering some support against environmental oxidative stress — though at the lower relative concentration noted in Section 23, this is a secondary benefit, not this formula's main defense mechanism.

Sweat resistance and humidity performance: the brand does not publish a specific water-resistance rating (e.g. "80-minute water resistant") for this SKU, so treat sweat/water exposure as requiring immediate reapplication rather than assuming extended resistance.

Is this a chemical or mineral sunscreen?
It is a chemical (organic-filter) sunscreen using four modern UV filters — no zinc oxide or titanium dioxide is in the formula, so it will not leave a white cast, but it also is not the choice for someone who specifically wants a mineral-only filter.

Does it smell strongly of tea tree?
No — the scent is mild (roughly 1 out of 5 in intensity) and fades within about a minute, but it is present, since the Tea Tree Leaf Water is a real, disclosed ingredient rather than a masked fragrance.

Can this replace my moisturizer?
For very oily skin in Mauritius' humidity, some users find the texture hydrating enough to skip a separate moisturizer; drier skin types will likely still want one underneath.

Is it safe if I have fungal acne (Malassezia)?
It contains Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, a documented possible trigger for some fungal-acne-prone individuals — patch test a small area first rather than assuming it is safe.

Will it sting broken or actively weeping skin?
Avoid applying sunscreen, or any leave-on product, directly onto broken or weeping skin — let it heal first, or apply only around the affected area.

Chemical (organic) sunscreen

A sunscreen that uses carbon-based compounds to absorb UV radiation and release it as heat, rather than reflecting it off the skin's surface.

SPF (Sun Protection Factor)

A measure of protection against UVB rays, the main cause of sunburn.

PA++++

The highest tier in the Korean/Japanese rating system for UVA protection, the rays most linked to aging and pigmentation.

MFDS

South Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, which regulates cosmetic and functional-cosmetic claims.

Functional Cosmetic

A Korean regulatory category requiring extra government-mandated testing for specific claims, such as SPF/PA.

Centella Asiatica

A botanical extract known for calming, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties in skincare.

Fungal Acne (Malassezia)

A yeast-driven form of breakout that can be worsened by certain fatty-acid-ester ingredients, distinct from bacterial acne.

Estimated 1% Line

The approximate point in an ingredient list, based on standard descending-order convention, below which ingredients are typically present at under 1% concentration.

Every product sold by Adilsons Beauty is 100% genuine, sourced through authorized Korean distribution channels. Full details on our verification system: Authenticity and Trust.

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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).

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Best for: oily, combination, or acne-prone skin in Mauritius' humid climate who want broad-spectrum SPF50+ PA++++ protection that does not feel heavy or leave a shine, with a secondary calming/oil-control assist from Niacinamide and Tea Tree.

Key benefits: fast-absorbing, non-greasy chemical filter system; no white cast; Niacinamide for sebum regulation; no added synthetic fragrance; compact travel-friendly size.

Keep in mind: it carries a real (if faint) Tea Tree scent rather than being truly fragrance-free; it contains an FA-conditional emulsifier worth patch-testing if you have fungal acne; and its Centella Asiatica content sits below the estimated 1% line, so it is not the brand's most concentrated Centella product despite the family name.