There's one ingredient that never goes out of trend, and I'm happy about it. Do you have any guesses? If you thought about Centella - you're right! Even if we see other herbs like Mugwort or Heartleaf, they never gain more trust than Centella due to its amazing abilities. Skin1004 decided to focus the entire brand on old, good Centella and in my case they did a great job mixing a classic herb with technology. That's why today I want to introduce you to two products from this brand - Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule and Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule.
***This post is sponsored. It still shows my personal, honest opinion on the topic and product.***
Why is Centella good for your skin?
If I would ever tell you that Centella Asiatica belongs to the Apiaceae family and it's related to celery, you would probably never believe me. But that's a fact! Centella is a herb with a long tradition and few nicknames. You probably heard names such as tiger grass or Gotu kola, but Asiatic pennywort might be new to you. This plant grows in many beautiful places like India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia and Madagascar. This plant loves the humid climate. Centella has a wide use - from herbal medicine to culinary. I believe at this point you expect me to say "it's a hanbang ingredient", but Centella's roots are in Ayurveda, and in many African and Asian countries, Centella has been a folk remedy for ages. Its main use as a folk remedy is to boost your brain as well as to help with anxiety, stomach issues, hepatitis and inflammation of the urinary tract. Centella has wide use in skin diseases such as eczema, psoriasis or vitiligo.
We should ask one important question, why Centella is so popular in skincare? To find that out, we should look deeper into Centella. This plant contains substances called " triterpene saponins" - bioactive compounds of many plants. Centella has many of them, but we mostly talk about four different triterpene saponins in skincare: madecassoside, asiaticoside, madecassic acid and asiatic acid. Depending on the place where the Centella comes from, the number of different triterpene saponins might be a bit different. Madagascar Centella used by Skin1004 is mostly full of these four ingredients I mentioned before. Centella in skincare has many positive effects. If you've got acne-prone skin, you should choose Centella over for example Arbutin. While many of us use strong products to fight pigmentation after a pimple, usually we choose products to fight PIH - post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. That's a mistake because post-acne pigmentation and scars are not PIH, but PIE - post-inflammatory erythema. PIH and PIE are not the same, and how do you treat irritated skin? Not by irritating it more, but instead, we are focusing on calming the skin. Centella is a powerful healing ingredient - it speeds up wound healing. It stimulates collagen production which has positive effects on scars and wrinkles. It strengthens the blood vessels in the skin, that's why it might help with visible blood vessels - especially if your skin is thin, you might want to add Centella to your skincare.
Centella is not all about skincare, but hair care and body care - it stimulates hair growth and fights cellulite. Using Centella after pregnancy is a clever move!
About the brand
Although the name of each Skin1004 product has "Madagascar" in the name, it's not a brand from Madagascar. Skin1004 is a Korean brand, but the inspiration for the brand came from nature. Skin1004 focused every product created by the brand on Centella Asiatica from Madagascar. Does it matter where the Centella came from? Yes, the environment in which Centella grew can make difference, and Madagascar's Centella is rich in four compounds which in my opinion are mostly useful for my skin (and yours too!) - madecassoside, asiaticoside, madecassic acid and asiatic acid. Skin1004 is free from artificial pigments. Every time we talk about Centella, we talk about Cica, but Skin1004 is focused on TECA aka Titrated Extract of Centella Asiatica - asiaticoside, madecassic acid and asiatic acid. The name Skin1004 sounds like Skin Angel in Korean, and the name is clever since Skin1004 is a true guardian of your skin.
Centella & Pore Care?
What do pores and Centella have in common? When we talk about acne-prone skin, we usually forget to focus on the main problem - pores. Pores are like canals for the skin that helps in breathing. They contain hair follicles and sebaceous glands (oil glands). Everyone has pores on their skin, but because of genetics, some of us have bigger pores, and some have them smaller. If you're an owner of acne-prone skin, you're more likely to have enlarged pores. Sadly, pores can't shrink, but we can make them less visible if we choose the right skincare treatment. Pores can clog, if we don't take the right care of our pores, we might have to deal with the consequences since clogged pores can lead to acne. Pore care is an important part of skincare. When I was a teenager, I remember that many girls used alcohol-based solutions because their sebaceous glands produced too much oil. Many people didn't know that using drying solutions like alcohol-based toners is making this situation worse, since alcohol is harsh on the skin. Alcohol indeed is drying for the skin, but when you remove natural sebum with oil, your skin gets a message to produce more sebum to protect your skin barrier. Mixing the right pore-cleansing ingredient with Centella doesn't only help you balance your pores but also takes care of healing the skin and removing the redness from the skin.
Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule - Packaging
I love the packaging of Skin1004 products - they all have this mountain motive which in the case of the regular line reminds me of Madagascar, but in Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule, it reminds me more of some Scandinavian landscape. The aesthetic is on point! The holographic text on the packaging and minimalistic designs of Centella and how the solution looks are brilliant. If you look at the top part of the product, you can feel a tiny accent which is a brand's logo pressed into the paper. The packaging is minimalistic, but it feels a bit fancy. Each product from Skin1004 has a sticker which says "the gift from the untouched nature". When you open the box, you can see the same text but with the additional information "From Madagascar". Inside the box, we can find a 100ml big glass bottle. The pipette is also made out of glass, but the upper part is made out of different materials - it would be hard to create a functional all-glass pipette.
Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule - Scent & Texture
Since Skin1004 doesn't use artificial scents and colourants, don't expect to feel any scent. Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule has a natural scent which for me smells like some herbs mixed with salt. That's probably the weirdest smell description you've ever heard, but I can tell you that while making this post I accidentally caught some cold and my nose is no longer able to feel the full potential of every scent. The texture is beautiful - I believe it's not as pink as on the packaging, but look at all those bubbles! (I know you expected me to say "look at all those chickens" like in this viral video). I love textures with bubbles - they are not only beautiful, but they look mesmerizing every single time when I try to apply them to my skin. The texture is quite liquid even if it's an ampoule, so don't expect a thick solution.
Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule - Ingredients
Centella Asiatica Extract (50.47%), Aqua(Water), Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Glycereth-26, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glycerin, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Mineral Salts, Tripeptide-3, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Tripeptide-1, Tripeptide-2
Let's talk a bit about what we can find in Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule. Centella Asiatica Extract (50.47%) is probably the most popular extract in skincare. It comes under a few names - Asiatic pennywort, tiger grass or Gotu kola. Centella Asiatica's roots are in Ayurveda. This extract is successful because it's a source of triterpene saponins - madecassoside and asiaticoside. Centella Asiatica Extract has anti-inflammatory properties. It speeds up the wound healing process. You can use it to treat acne since it has soothing and antibacterial properties. It boosts fibroblasts to produce collagen and elastin or even helps with hyaluronic acid synthesis. Centella is recommended for rosacea and cellulitis since it helps with blood microcirculation. In haircare, Centella can help with hair growth. Aqua (Water) hides in a cosmetic product under names such as Aqua or Eau. It's a solvent, but it's not your regular drinking water. If we want to use water in skincare products, we need to make sure this water is clean and free from minerals, any microorganisms or other substances. Usually, water makes up the majority of the content of the product. Butylene Glycol is a common ingredient in products. It's not only a solvent. We use butylene glycol because it helps with the penetration of active ingredients, protects products from drying and moisturizes skin and hair. This ingredient can prevent hair loss and make your hair stronger. Propanediol is a solvent with moisturizing properties. Similar to Cyclohexasiloxane, Propylene Glycol is an ingredient that some people try to avoid. You're most likely to see Propanediol instead of Propylene Glycol in an organic skincare product, and the reason for this change is simple. Ecocert recommends it. 1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic solvent and preservative - it protects products from microorganisms by boosting other preservatives. At the same time, it can moisturize the skin, and it has no unpleasant effects on your epidermis. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract is a classic moisturizer with soothing properties. Some people might be allergic to aloe. My problem with aloe is that if you prepare aloe in a "wrong" way, it can sensitize the skin. Glycereth-26 is an ingredient related to Glycerin. It's an emollient with moisturizing properties. Hydroxyacetophenone reminds me of acetone as an antioxidant, but it is an antioxidant that keeps our products fresh and protects ingredients from oxidation. Glycerin or Glycerol is a humectant. Its origin can be natural or synthetic - depending on the product. It protects TEWL (transepidermal water loss) and naturally occurs in the skin. It's one of the NMFs - natural moisturizing factors. It's practical in haircare. Glycerin won't clog your skin or irritate it just the opposite - it protects your skin from irritation.
Carbomer is a thickener and stabilizer. You can often see it in gel formulas. Tromethamine helps with the pH, to make sure your product has an ideal pH. Panthenol is a humectant. It prevents skin from TEWL (Transepidermal Water Loss). Panthenol is also known as vitamin B5, and it helps with irritation. Panthenol can soothe the skin irritated by preservatives, scent ingredients, and chemical sunscreens - it might have a meaning for lipids in our skin and skin barrier. It speeds up the healing process. It's good to use it after sunbathing. In haircare, Panthenol has moisturizing properties. If you have problems detangling your hair or hair growth go for Panthenol. It is good to mix it with niacinamide and zinc oxide. You can see it in products for atopic dermatitis or psoriasis. Ethylhexylglycerin is a preservative with subtle moisturizing and antimicrobial properties. Disodium EDTA neutralizes metal ions in the formula to keep products fresh for a longer time. I like Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate more in skincare than as food since this ingredient is related to your least favourite candy, but a very soothing plant - Licorice! It works as an anti-inflammatory ingredient, but it has a positive meaning for acne-prone skin. In general, Licorice can brighten your skin and help with acne. I wouldn't expect a lot from Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, but I think that adding it to this formula was a great move. Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate is an emulsifier. Biosaccharide Gum-1 is a product of sorbitol fermentation. It's a polysaccharide - nothing else than sugar, and sugar in skincare usually has moisturizing properties. Biosaccharide Gum-1 has also calming and soothing properties. You might want to use it with hyaluronic acid for longer and stronger hydration. Hyaluronic Acid is an ingredient that everyone knows, and lately, European brands seem to be obsessed with it. Hyaluronic Acid is an ingredient that naturally occurs in our skin, and people usually think it's a wonderful moisturizer - the answer to dry skin. We have to remember that HA in skincare comes in a few different forms - a low molecule or high molecule, the smaller the molecule is, the easier is the penetration of the product. Usually, low molecule HA costs more, and you can barely even see the product with HA and information on the molecular weight of the Hyaluronic Acid. Some people might get reactions to HA - my skin gets dehydrated when I use HA serums, and sometimes I have to deal with redness or even acne after using HA serums, but acne, redness, skin sensitivity, and other reactions to the skin are personal. One product can work for you, but it won't work for your friend - same with ingredients. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a low-weight humectant. It's a form of natural moisturizing factor that occurs in our skin - Hyaluronic Acid. The smaller the molecule is, the better it works. Sodium Hyaluronate is a salt form of a popular Natural Moisturizing Factor - Hyaluronic Acid. Hydroxyethylcellulose is a thickener.
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract is an extract form of german chamomile. This plant is popular in herbal medicine and we treat it as a soothing and anti-inflammatory ingredient. It's a source of α-bisabolol (antibacterial and soothing properties) and chamazulene (can influence histamine synthesis, it has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, it gives a blue colour to the formula). Mineral Salts are a source of positive minerals. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 is a synthetic peptide (sometimes called neuropeptide or biomimetic peptide). Lots of brands and media did a great job marketing this substance. That's why you can spot it with names such as Botox-like peptides or treatments. It won't give you the same effects as botox, but there are some similarities. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 can help with wrinkles by decreasing the visibility of wrinkles and fine lines created by repetitive movements of muscles. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 inhibits SNARE complex and catecholamine release. It can stimulate collagen synthesis, and it has powerful, water-binding properties. That's why acetyl hexapeptide-8 might increase the moisture of the skin. It's better to use this peptide near the eye area to prevent fine lines in the eye area. Unless you have drooping eyelids, then the use of acetyl hexapeptide-8 is not recommended for you. If you have muscle problems, it's better to consult with your doctor or PT first, adding acetyl hexapeptide-8 to your routine. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 can hide under the name Argireline or Acetyl Hexapeptide-3. Acetyl Octapeptide-3 or SNAP-8 is a better version of Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 - which means only one thing, it's a stronger substance, more effective if you want to soften your skin and make your wrinkles less visible. Copper Tripeptide-1 is a peptide complex made out of copper and three amino acids - glycine, histidine and lysine. This complex naturally occurs in our body - you can find it in urine and saliva. It has a beneficial meaning for our figures. It helps with wound healing, and stimulates glycosaminoglycans, collagen and elastin production, it has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. That's why companies love to use it as a firming ingredient. I used formulas with GHK-Cu before and in my case - it helps a lot with wound healing, and from time to time I like to add Copper Peptide serums to my skincare to give my skin some healing support. Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 or Matrixyl. It helps with wrinkles and fine lines. It might be an impressive substitute for retinol with fewer side effects. Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 is a part of a complex named Matrixyl 3000. People treat it as an alternative to retinol, but it's a synthetic peptide that can help fight wrinkles and inflammation. Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 or Pal-GHK which is similar to Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 is a part of a peptide complex called Matrixyl 3000. It's an anti-ageing ingredient. Tripeptide-1 or GHK (Glycine-Histidine-Lysine). It looks like a part of Collagen type I and as you know our skin needs Collagen types I and III the most. This ingredient can give a hint to your body that it needs to work more effectively and boost collagen production.
How does Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule work?
Pore care matters a lot to me, especially with my combo skin. I'm a working student - I work full time, and I take lots of additional hours at work to make sure everything works fine, but when you mix a spring season with exam season - this combo is the worst that can happen to your skin and body. Every time I have a stressful time, my skin is the first thing that shows up something is wrong, next goes my stomach and mind. Usually, all the pore-care solutions are based on two different ingredients. It's like a blue pill and red pill choice - BHA and Niacinamide. Lately, we got another less popular choice like LHA, some people also use clay for that. Neither of these four ingredients is in this solution, and I'm glad since BHA is acid and we shouldn't mix it with some ingredients. LHA - it's BHA's cousin. Clay can be messy and Niacinamide? Oh, niacinamide. An ingredient that my skin purely hates - I'm jealous of people who can use Niacinamide + Vitamin C combo because this duo works in synergy. You get better effects with both of them combined. If your skin is sensitive to niacinamide and you can't go for acids like BHA because of other treatments or sensitive skin, then even if Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule isn't based on LHA, it's a solution for all my sensitive people.
Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule didn't use any harsh ingredients in the ampoule. I'm glad Skin1004 decided to go for Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate because every application of the product is the most calming experience ever. The pipette works perfectly - the formula is quite liquid, and once you apply it to your skin, the drops of formula will quickly run down with the gravity on your face. The pipette in this case is a clever solution since I can't imagine any different form that would be more comfortable. I might not be a fan of Licorice, but Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate feels to me like an ingredient everyone forgot about. Don't forget about it! It's super useful in many skin problems including acne.
What do peptides and pores have in common? That was my first thought when I saw the ingredients of Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule. I'm a bit different - I admit that when people look at different aspects of skincare, in my case the years of studying are taking the lead - I'm curious about small details. Peptides in my case are super good if I want to boost the healing process and calm my skin. I'm in my late 20's so I want to take care of dehydration and wrinkles - I think Skin1004 made a great product that works with sensitive skin, but at the same time it can be used by young people and adults - even if we get a pore care product, we end up with a calming, anti-acne, anti-aging and wound-healing solution in one. The scent and texture didn't annoy me so that's a huge plus in my opinion. I have to admit, Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule surprised me a lot with a 100ml bottle that lasts 12 months after 1st opening (according to the PAO date on the bottom of the product). I can't see anything negative about this product. It's a lightweight solution which I can wear under makeup. In my opinion, if your skin is sensitive - go for this product. If your skin isn't sensitive but you want gentle skincare for your pores - try it.
Centella and uneven skin tone?
A quick but non-easy change which I have to do is a change the topic. Some of us want to focus on pores, but what about PIH? As I said before, we can divide pigmentation into two different groups PIH and PIE. Usually, when we talk about brightening or whitening, we want to focus on PIH. Do you know that sometimes the same solutions work for PIH and PIE? For example, Vitamin C is great in both these cases. Centella might not have whitening properties, but it is a useful ingredient since it makes the skin stronger and helps with inflammation.
Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule - Packaging
Some details about Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule are the same as for Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule. The brightening version has black&white packaging aesthetic which reminds me of some melasma and beach shots. It has some sense since UV is one of the causes of pigmentation issues. Instead of holographic text, we get black text in the same font. The top is the same as in Poremizing Fresh Ampoule. Inside the box, we can find a 100ml big glass bottle.
Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule - Scent & Texture
It's not a surprise that Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule has no scent, but the texture is a thing that makes me happy. It looks like a suspension - we're back to chemistry classes! These tiny dots kinda look like liposomes with a powerful ingredient in an ampoule. Did Skin1004 use liposome technology? Sadly, I have no information about this topic, but still, the texture looks so cool! The texture is a bit thicker than in the previous ampoule. It's a transparent solution with tiny white dots that feels like salt but once you touch them, they quickly sink into your skin. And no, the tiny dots in Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule aren't a salt - they just look like salt, but they feel very comfortable on the skin.
Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule - Ingredients
Centella Asiatica Extract (77%), Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Water, Betaine, Madecassoside, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Panthenol, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Arginine, Mannitol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Lactobacillus Ferment, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Pentylene Glycol, Glucose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum
Let's see how different ingredients of Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule are. Centella Asiatica Extract (77%) is probably the most popular extract in skincare. It comes under a few names - Asiatic pennywort, tiger grass or Gotu kola. Centella Asiatica's roots are in Ayurveda. This extract is successful because it's a source of triterpene saponins - madecassoside and asiaticoside. Centella Asiatica Extract has anti-inflammatory properties. It speeds up the wound healing process. You can use it to treat acne since it has soothing and antibacterial properties. It boosts fibroblasts to produce collagen and elastin or even helps with hyaluronic acid synthesis. Centella is recommended for rosacea and cellulitis since it helps with blood microcirculation. In haircare, Centella can help with hair growth. Butylene Glycol is a common ingredient in products. It's not only a solvent. We use butylene glycol because it helps with the penetration of active ingredients, protects products from drying and moisturizes skin and hair. This ingredient can prevent hair loss and make your hair stronger. Glycerin or Glycerol is a humectant. Its origin can be natural or synthetic - depending on the product. It protects TEWL (transepidermal water loss) and naturally occurs in the skin. It's one of the NMFs - natural moisturizing factors. It's practical in haircare. Glycerin won't clog your skin or irritate it just the opposite - it protects your skin from irritation.
Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 - a vitamin soluble in water. It helps with wrinkles, acne, skin texture, and enlarged pores and promotes collagen synthesis. Niacinamide makes the skin barrier stronger, and it might be handy in cellulite treatments. Do you want to fight pigmentation or uneven skin? Try mixing niacinamide with Kojic Acid, Arbutin, Vitamin C, Tranexamic Acid or Retinol. Tranexamic acid is an ingredient which I met through pharmacology lectures since it has wide use in healthcare. It's a solution that prevents blood loss - you can use it during heavy menstruations, nosebleeds or even patients after cardiac surgeries are recommended to use. Tranexamic Acid is a synthetic substance related to amino acids. Lately, tranexamic acid became more popular as pigmentation medication - especially for melasma. It inhibits tyrosinase to slow down melanogenesis. This ingredient is amazing not only for people with pigmentation diseases but also for rosacea. It can be helpful with post-acne scars. 1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic solvent and preservative - it protects products from microorganisms by boosting other preservatives. At the same time, it can moisturize the skin, and it has no unpleasant effects on your epidermis. Water hides in a cosmetic product under names such as Aqua or Eau. It's a solvent, but it's not your regular drinking water. If we want to use water in skincare products, we need to make sure this water is clean and free from minerals, any microorganisms or other substances. Usually, water makes up the majority of the content of the product. Betaine is an amino acid. In skincare products, we use it for its moisturizing properties. Betaine keeps the water balance of the skin. It makes wrinkles appear less visible, and it soothes irritated skin. In haircare, betaine doesn't only moisturize the hair. It makes hair soft and shiny. Betaine in cosmetics usually comes from sweet beetroots. It naturally occurs in skin and hair. Madecassoside is a bioactive part of Centella Asiatica. It's an antioxidant and can stimulate collagen and elastin synthesis to promote wound healing. It has soothing effects, and it might have anti-aging properties if we combine it with vitamin C. Hydrogenated Lecithin is lecithin after surgery - it works as an emollient, but it is also used to encapsulate the active substance in liposomes (since they are supposed to help the active substance penetrate the skin deeper). Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol and Xylitol - this trio is called Aquaxyl. It's a moisturizing formula that makes your skin stronger and boosts hydration of the skin. What each of these three substances used in Aquaxyl shares is the fact that all three are sugars. Panthenol is a humectant. It prevents skin from TEWL (Transepidermal Water Loss). Panthenol is also known as vitamin B5, and it helps with irritation. Panthenol can soothe the skin irritated by preservatives, scent ingredients, and chemical sunscreens - it might have a meaning for lipids in our skin and skin barrier. It speeds up the healing process. It's good to use it after sunbathing. In haircare, Panthenol has moisturizing properties. If you have problems detangling your hair or hair growth go for Panthenol. It is good to mix it with niacinamide and zinc oxide. You can see it in products for atopic dermatitis or psoriasis. Arginine is an amino acid. It helps with protein biosynthesis in adults. According to research from 1964, a lack of arginine might raise your chance to get an HSV infection.
Mannitol is a sugar, it has moisturizing properties. 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid or Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is a form of Vitamin C. This form is very stable in both oil and water. It's an antioxidant and skin brightening ingredient. It stimulates collagen (type I and III) and elastin production. 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid helps with PIE & PIH pigmentation - this form shows the best effects on pigmentation and post-UV-exposure skin discolouration. It's better to use Vitamin C during the morning routine because it boosts the efficiency of sunscreen. We consider 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is the most stable form of vitamin C in skincare, and this version is suitable for sensitive skin. It's good to mix it with niacinamide and vitamin E. This form has weak points - it's the most expensive form of vitamin C. Microcrystalline Cellulose is a polymer. Depending on use it can work as an absorbent, gentle exfoliant or thickener. Lactobacillus Ferment is an ingredient that a few years ago was a cult ingredient. Nowadays, I feel like its popularity decreased after people started to self-diagnose themselves with so-called fungal acne. If you think that your skin problem might be related to Malassezia then instead of self-diagnose, visit a dermatologist. It's a probiotic, ideal for sensitive skin, but it also helps with acne. It makes your skin barrier stronger. Hydroxyethylcellulose is a thickener. Pentylene Glycol is a humectant with antimicrobial properties. Glucose is a sugar that you should know, but maybe not as a skincare ingredient. When I think of glucose, I think of diabetes. People with this disorder have problems with glucose levels in the blood, and they need to control it. You might not even know how many people around you - not only elders, have to deal with different types of diabetes. Glucose in skincare works as a humectant. Ethylhexylglycerin is a preservative with subtle moisturizing and antimicrobial properties. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a carbomer's distant family. It works as a stabilizer and thickener. Xanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer which you can find in food and skincare.
How does Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule work?
Is your skin uneven? Mine is! As I said before, when you use some products, you can't mix them with different products because of the main ingredients. Skincare is not a race, it's a long but mostly steady pace run. There are some obstacles, but we can jump over them with the right solution. Usually, when we want to fight pigmentation the choice is easy - Vitamin C or acids. Skin1004 decided to use less obvious acid - tranexamic acid combined with niacinamide. My skin hates niacinamide so how I'm using solutions that contain niacinamide? If my skin gets red and irritated, I'll just do a few days long break and remove products with vitamin C from my routine. Thankfully, Skin1004 mixed niacinamide with tranexamic acid, not ascorbic acid. The brand is using a patented solution - MadeWhite, by the name I expect that this is a mix of madecassoside with another powerful ingredient.
The formula of Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule is lightweight. That's something I admire in both Skin1004 products - the lightweight formula that leaves a silky, velvet film on the skin. It doesn't feel sticky and it sinks into the skin quickly. When I applied both serums to my hands for the first time, I was surprised by how different the skin on my hand felt. I can predict how my skin is going to react to this product in a long run, but I'm glad to see tranexamic acid in this solution since not only people with PIH will enjoy it - tranexamic acid is amazing to treat rosacea. I'm pretty sure my mom will try to test it as well since she's dealing with rosacea for ages. I believe that the redness of the skin is the main target of this solution since the ingredients in this product are a nice combo of calming, anti-inflammatory and brightening agents with an additional dose of moisture. The formula stays for 12 months after the first opening.
When I look longer at this formula a bit longer, it reminds me of a snow globe.
Comparison of Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule and Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule
You want to try both ampoules, but you're not sure which one is better for you? The good thing is that both ampoules are lightweight and can be used together or you can use poremizing ampoule in the morning and a brightening capsule ampoule in the evening. In my opinion, Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule will be better for teens, young adults and adults with acne-prone, oily and combo skin. Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule might not be good for every skin since it contains Tranexamic Acid and Niacinamide, but if you fight with rosacea and pigmentation - go for this solution. Overall, both products are worth a try.
Where to get Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule and Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule?
Both products are available at Stylevana. Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule costs $18.49/100ml, and Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule costs $19.69/100ml. I believe the price is very good for this amount of product. Usually, all ampoules come in 30-50ml bottles. Thankfully, the PAO date on both is 12 months.
Overall, my first experience with Skin1004 is positive. I'm not a fan of trying popular brands and let's be honest Skin1004 has been trending for some time now. Turns out, there's a reason why Skin1004 because popular in a quick time - genuine formulas with an amazing main ingredient - Centella. In my opinion, it's worth trying Skin1004 and I'm sure it's not my last review of this brand.
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