{"product_id":"skin1004-madagascar-centella-ampoule","title":"SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Madagascar Centella Asiatica extract, no other actives needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalms, repairs, and hydrates in one concentrated step\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 55ml and 100ml; the foundation of any reactive skin routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule is the product the entire brand was built around: a serum formulated from 100% Madagascar-sourced Centella Asiatica extract. The reason Madagascar matters is specific and traceable: the volcanic red soil of Madagascar's highlands produces a leaf with measurably higher concentrations of the active compounds (Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, and Madecassic Acid) than Centella grown in conventional agricultural conditions elsewhere. At 100% concentration, every application delivers the anti-inflammatory, barrier-repairing, and collagen-stimulating activity of Centella's active compounds at the maximum possible dose without dilution. SKIN1004 is a Seoul-based South Korean brand founded in 2013 with this product as its founding premise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMadecassoside for anti-inflammatory activity and wound healing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inhibits the production of inflammatory cytokines and supports the skin's natural wound-healing response, reducing visible redness and accelerating recovery of barrier-damaged skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsiaticoside for collagen synthesis and barrier strengthening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stimulates fibroblast activity to promote collagen and elastin synthesis, improving skin resilience and long-term barrier strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsiatic Acid and Madecassic Acid for antioxidant protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protect skin cells against UV-induced and environmental oxidative stress, addressing the day-to-day stressors that drive barrier degradation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep hydration from Centella extract's natural polysaccharides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural polysaccharides and mucilaginous compounds deliver immediate surface hydration and contribute to the skin's moisture-retention capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Centella versus the industry standard of under 5%:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most Centella-positioned serums use Centella extract at concentrations of 1% to 5%. At 100% Madagascar Centella extract, this ampoule represents a fundamentally different category of product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe foundation of a calming routine, not an addition to it:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 100% concentration allows it to function as hydration, treatment, and barrier support in a single step that can be combined with just a cleanser and an SPF for skin in an acute sensitivity or recovery phase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e All skin types, particularly sensitive, reactive, redness-prone, acne-prone, post-treatment, and barrier-compromised skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Redness, barrier damage, active breakouts, post-breakout recovery, dehydration, sensitivity, and skin longevity maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does 100% Centella extract differ from a high-concentration Centella serum?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: At 100%, the formula contains only Madagascar Centella Asiatica extract with no water dilution, meaning the active triterpenoid content per application is higher than any partially diluted Centella serum. The practical difference is most noticeable for very reactive or severely compromised skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use this as my only serum, or should I layer it with other actives?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: For acutely sensitive, post-treatment, or barrier-compromised skin, this ampoule alone (with cleanser and SPF) is a complete routine. For stable skin wanting calming support alongside other concerns, it layers well with most actives — apply this after retinoids or acids to buffer the barrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule is the Centella serum that made the sourcing of Centella a meaningful question rather than a label claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the full \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/collections\/centella-asiatica\"\u003ecentella asiatica collection\u003c\/a\u003e for complementary soothing treatments to layer with this ampoule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/collections\/centella-asiatica\"\u003eCentella asiatica\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/collections\/sensitive-skin\"\u003eSensitive skin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/collections\/skin1004\"\u003eMore from SKIN1004\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SKIN1004","offers":[{"title":"55 ml","offer_id":54814842913102,"sku":"S1004S01-AM","price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 ml","offer_id":54814842945870,"sku":"S1004S01-A","price":19.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/S1004S01-AM.png?v=1778671450","url":"https:\/\/skin-nomad.fr\/products\/skin1004-madagascar-centella-ampoule","provider":"Skin-Nomad","version":"1.0","type":"link"}