SKIN1004

SKIN1004 centers every product around one ingredient: Madagascar centella asiatica, a botanical with centuries of use in wound healing and skin soothing. Shop SKIN1004 at Mimic Makeup with free worldwide shipping on every order.

Why Centella Asiatica Is the Star Ingredient

Centella asiatica (also known as cica or gotu kola) has been used in traditional medicine across Asia for thousands of years. Modern dermatology confirms what traditional healers knew: centella accelerates wound healing, reduces inflammation, and strengthens the skin barrier by stimulating collagen production. SKIN1004 sources its centella from Madagascar, where the plant grows in volcanic soil that’s rich in minerals — the brand claims this produces a more potent extract than centella grown elsewhere.

The SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule ($20.99) is a high-concentration centella serum that calms redness, soothes irritation, and supports barrier repair. It’s the go-to for sensitive, reactive, or compromised skin that can’t tolerate stronger actives. The SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water Fit Sun Serum SPF50+ ($17.99) combines centella’s calming benefits with a lightweight, serum-like SPF that doesn’t feel like sunscreen — it’s one of the best K-beauty sunscreens for sensitive skin. For more gentle skincare, browse ANUA and Sunscreens.