SKIN1004 MADAGASCAR CENTELLA HYALU-CICA BLUE SERUM 50ML

Values: 100% Genuine (Adilsons policy) · FA-Conditional · Fragrance-Free · Halal-Friendly* / Vegan-Friendly* (self-assessed).

Oily-Tight Paradox: if your skin looks shiny by noon but feels tight after cleansing, that's dehydrated-oily, not oily — the skin overproduces sebum to compensate for a lack of water, not a lack of oil. This serum's hydration-first approach addresses the dehydration directly, reducing compensatory oiliness over time.

Pros: fast-absorbing, no added fragrance, larger 50ml size means fewer reorders for daily two-a-day users, real cross-corroborated 36-ingredient formula (confirmed via the identically-formulated 30ml size). Caveats: the formula match between the 30ml and 50ml sizes is a reasonable, not separately-fetched, assumption; the olive-derived emulsifier pair is FA-conditional for reactive skin.

Bedside-compatible, no rinsing, no precise dosage — 2-3 drops with unwashed hands still works. It can anchor a bare-bones 2-3 product routine (cleanser, this serum, moisturizer/SPF) on a low-energy day.

Step 1 (When): AM and/or PM. Step 2 (How much): 2-3 drops for the full face. Step 3 (How): pat into slightly damp skin, wait 30-60 seconds 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. Cleanse (optional). 2. Toner (optional). 3. SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Blue Serum, 2-3 drops on slightly damp skin. 4. Moisturizer. 5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable). In Mauritius' humid mornings, this serum's humectants draw water from the humid air itself rather than pulling it from deeper skin layers.

1. Double cleanse if wearing sunscreen/makeup. 2. Toner (optional). 3. Any active serum lane (retinol, exfoliant — one lane only). 4. SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Blue Serum, applied after actives have settled, 2-3 drops. 5. Moisturizer. Its barrier-supportive Ceramide content makes it a reasonable buffer layer on retinol nights.

Technique: pat, do not rub. Required skin state: slightly damp. Wait time: 30-60 seconds before moisturizer. Hands vs. pads: use hands — cotton pads absorb 30-40% of a watery serum like this one.

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 rules: 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. Hard cap rule: if the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers, not increase.

AM Maximum Stack (16 steps): 1. Rinse/Gentle Cleanse (optional) 2. pH-Prep Toner (optional) 3. Hydrating Toner Layers (optional) 4. Essence (optional) 5. Mist (optional) 6. Booster/Soothing Serum (optional) 7. Antioxidant Lane — choose one 8. Pigment Support Lane — choose one 9. Hydration Serum Lane [Anchor: this Blue Serum] 10. Oil-Control Lane — choose one 11. Peptides/Repair Lane 12. Eye Serum/Cream 13. Moisturizer 14. Optional Sealing Layer 15. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ — non-negotiable 16. Lip SPF.

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

PM Maximum Stack (14 steps): 1. Micellar pre-cleanse (optional) 2. Oil Cleanser (if SPF/makeup) 3. Water Cleanser 4. pH-Prep Toner (optional) 5. Hydrating Toner Layers (optional) 6. Essence (optional) 7. Soothing/Barrier Serum — this Blue Serum can sit here 8. Anchor active, if different (retinoid/exfoliant) 9. Targeted Serum, if non-conflicting 10. Moisturizer 11. Sleeping Mask 12. Occlusive Seal 13. Spot Treatment 14. Lip Sleeping Mask.

"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.

Light gel-serum tier — thicker than a watery toner, thinner than an essence-cream. Apply after toner, before moisturizer. It is a water-phase emulsion carrying a small oil-phase (Cetearyl Olivate/Sorbitan Olivate) for Ceramide delivery.

Before starting this product, a basic cleanser and (for AM use) an SPF should already be in your routine. PROCEED IF: barrier intact, seeking a daily hydration layer. PAUSE IF: currently purging from a new active elsewhere. STOP/CONSULT IF: known allergy to a Centella-derived ingredient.

Surface and mid-depth dehydration via the 5-form Hyaluronic Acid complex; light barrier support via Ceramide NP and the olive-derived emulsifiers; mild brightening/tone support via Niacinamide. What this product cannot do: fade dark spots, exfoliate, or replace SPF.

Primary pick: SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream 75ml (verified in stock, 27 units) to seal this serum's hydration in.

Alternatives: SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum 50ml (verified in stock, 112 units) as the AM SPF finisher; SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Sleeping Pack 30ml (verified in stock, 19 units) as a PM overnight follow-up; SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream 20ml (verified in stock, 8 units) for the eye area.

MYTH: "Oily skin doesn't need a hydrating serum." REALITY: oily-dehydrated skin needs water-based hydration more, not less.

MYTH: "The blue tint means it contains a strong active." REALITY: the color comes from Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, a cosmetic colorant, not a treatment-strength ingredient.

"In air-conditioned environments, hyaluronic acid draws moisture FROM your deeper skin layers instead of from the air. ALWAYS seal this product with an occlusive when in AC for extended periods."

Full INCI (adopted from the identically-named 30ml size's own cross-corroborated INCI research — WebSearch results for this product line did not clearly distinguish the two sizes as separate formulas; medium confidence, not independently re-fetched for a 50ml-specific listing): Purified Water, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water (38%), Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Pantolactone, Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Methylpropanediol, Panthenol, Cetearyl Olivate, Carbomer, Arginine, Sorbitan Olivate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pyrus Communis (Pear) Fruit Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Adenosine, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Polyglutamic Acid, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Cucumis Melo (Melon) Fruit Extract, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hedera Helix (Ivy) Leaf/Stem Extract, Sodium Phytate, Xanthan Gum, Maltodextrin, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol and Ethylhexylglycerin.

Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free. Scent: faint, from Pyrus Communis (Pear) and Cucumis Melo (Melon) extracts, not an added fragrance. EU 26 allergens: none detected. Alcohol: alcohol-free.

Halal: *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: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body.

Cruelty-free: SKIN1004 is listed on PETA's own Beauty Without Bunnies database, verified directly against the certifier's published listing. *Brand also sells through Tmall in mainland China; cross-border sales may be exempt from post-market animal testing requirements, but the exact channel for this SKU is unconfirmed.

Microplastic-Free: Yes.

A separate 30ml size of this same product is also sold at Adilsons (SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Blue Serum 30ml) — better for travel/trial; this 50ml suits established daily users.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional — Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, and Hydrogenated Lecithin.

Assessment: Low. Wait the full 30-60 seconds before a silicone-based sunscreen or primer.

Fresh color is a soft blue-tinted gel; browning or separation signals spoilage. Store away from direct heat and bathroom humidity — with a larger 50ml bottle used over several months, keep the cap tightly closed between uses. When in doubt, discard.

Patch test on the inner forearm (24h), then behind the ear (24h), before full facial use. "If adverse reaction: STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY gentle cleanser + plain moisturizer + mineral SPF. NO acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72h, reintroduce ONE product per 14 days."

1. Skipping the moisturizer step, especially in AC. 2. Using it as a substitute for sunscreen. 3. Applying to bone-dry skin. 4. Expecting dark-spot fading from a hydration-first formula.

At 2-3 drops per use, a 50ml bottle covers roughly 250-330 applications — about 4-5.5 months of twice-daily use, noticeably better cost-per-month efficiency than the 30ml size for anyone using it consistently. Reorder around month 4 to allow for shipping time.

This serum's role is hydration-first with light barrier support, sitting between toner and moisturizer on the viscosity ladder. AM: cleanse → toner → this serum → moisturizer → SPF. PM: cleanse → toner → active lane (if any) → this serum → moisturizer.

If you're dehydrated-oily: use this AM and PM rather than skipping hydration. If you're in AC all day: always seal with a moisturizer. If you're layering a retinol ampoule: apply the retinol first, wait, then this serum as a buffering layer.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Blue Serum, 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.

If you want a slightly richer, more overnight-oriented hydration step instead, SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica First Ampoule 100ml (verified in stock, 9 units) leads with 92% Centella Asiatica Extract as its water-phase base rather than a lighter gel-serum format — a genuine trade-off of a heavier texture for potentially stronger single-step hydration.

This product's primary function is hydration and light barrier support. You do NOT need this if you already own another Hyaluronic Acid + Centella hydrating serum, especially the identical 30ml size of this same product — finish that first. Stacking assessment: No Benefit if run alongside another HA-only serum doing the identical job.

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 checks: the EAN-13 barcode should begin with GS1 prefix 8809576; the batch code can be checked at CheckFresh.

Parent Company: Craver Corporation. Founded: 2016. Headquarters: South Korea. Hero Ingredient: Madagascar Centella Asiatica.

SKIN1004 built its catalog around Madagascar-sourced Centella Asiatica as a shared base, with the Hyalu-Cica sub-line pairing that base with a multi-weight Hyaluronic Acid complex for hydration-forward routines.

A Walmart aggregate specifically for this 50ml size shows 4.5/5 across roughly 56 reviews, with feedback praising it for oily-to-normal skin that stays hydrated without clogged pores and with no noticeable fragrance. SkinSort separately lists this product (across sizes) as one of SKIN1004's top-rated and most-used serums on that platform, logged in 655+ community routines. No Reddit-specific thread was independently found for this exact product.

Is the 50ml the same formula as the 30ml? Yes, as far as we can determine — both are sold under the identical product name and no size-specific formula difference was found.

Can I use this both AM and PM? Yes.

Does the blue color stain? No — it's a cosmetic tint, not a dye.

Is 50ml worth it over the 30ml? Yes, if you use it daily and don't need travel portability — it lasts roughly twice as long per unit of volume purchased.

Humectant

An ingredient that draws and holds water in the skin.

FA-Conditional

May feed Malassezia yeast in fungal-acne-prone skin for some people.

MFDS

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

Ceramide

A lipid naturally found in the skin barrier.

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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: established daily users of a lightweight, fast-absorbing hydration serum who don't want to reorder every 10 weeks. Key benefits: the same real, cross-corroborated 38% Centella + 5-form HA + Niacinamide/Adenosine formula as the 30ml, better cost-per-month efficiency at this larger size. Keep in mind: exact active percentages beyond Centella aren't brand-disclosed, and it's less travel-friendly than the 30ml.