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Shoppers have hailed this serum the ‘holy grail’ for dry and sensitive skin

Kat Romero
Kat Romero
Published November 3, 2025 7:00am
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Skin feeling a little dry? Well this has been rated by shoppers as skin saviour. (Picture: Metro/Getty)Superdrug)

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Some people are blessed with naturally radiant skin, and some of us only need a quick whiff of winter air and five minutes in an overly heated office to have more flakes than an ice cream van.

But this ampoule from SKIN1004 has been hailed as a ‘holy grail’ beauty find for dry or sensitive skin.

The Madagascar Centella Ampoule is a soothing and lightweight formula that melts into the skin. The superstar ingredient is the 100% Centella Asiatica extract, which is sourced from Madagascar. 

The leafy herb is known for its amazing calming and healing properties, helping to reduce irritation, inflammation and redness.

The ampoule has a watery finish that offers the skin an instant hydration boost, and works to protect and strengthen the skin’s barrier to retain moisture. It’s perfect for skin types prone to irritation too, as it’s free from fragrance, alcohol, and harsh additives.

Glass bottle of off-orange liquid from Madagascar Centella Asiatica 100 Ampoule

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule

The SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule (55ml) is a lightweight, soothing serum made with 100% Centella Asiatica extract sourced from Madagascar. Ideal for dry, sensitive or acne-prone skin, it helps calm irritation, reduce redness, and strengthen the skin barrier. The watery texture absorbs quickly, delivering deep hydration while balancing oil production and improving overall skin clarity. Free from fragrance, alcohol and harsh additives, it’s a gentle yet powerful addition to any skincare routine.

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It’s also a great find if you’re prone to acne breakouts, as the formula works to reduce excess sebum and oil production. And it can even diminish the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation, achieving a clearer and balanced complexion.

‘This is a miracle product,’ Tanesha said in her review. ‘I’ve been using for 4 days and my pores are minimised skin looks bright and moisturized acne clearing up.’ 

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‘A holy grail product for people with sensitive and irritable skin,’ Sam said in her feedback. ‘My skin is on the dry side and easily irritated by skin care and makeup products. If you’re looking for something that will help soothe irritation then this is a must!’

‘This has been a go to for me to reduce redness and keep my skin hydrated through the winter season,’ Mari said in her review. ‘I use it before my moisturiser AM and PM if I feel I need it. The bottle is a lovely glass bottle and the glass dripper makes it feel quite luxurious to use!’

‘Been using this for years and its magic,’ Nue added. ‘I use it under my moisturiser and over time it has reduced blemishes, keeping skin smooth and healthy. Hope they never stop making it.’

Well that’s us sold.

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