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Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad

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Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad — Reddit Reviews

by Skin1004

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Updated October 14, 2026

Centella pads deliver chilled, targeted hydration; makeup-friendly and mild.

What the community says

Backed by 13 studies

A thin, essence-soaked pad with Centella Asiatica Extract, Panthenol, and Sodium Hyaluronate for quick hydration before the rest of your routine. It suits sensitive, oily skin and makeup prep, though anyone wanting dramatic soothing may find it underwhelming.

From Reddit

Backed by 9 threads from r/AsianBeauty, r/koreanskincare and 1 more.

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What people love

  • Tear-to-fit pads for targeted placement
  • Generous essence for chilled, targeted hydration
  • Makeup sits nicely without pilling

Product details

Skin type data limited

Where to buy

What the science says vs. what Reddit says

  • Dehydration

    Not proven yet

    Few or mixed studies. This claim isn't established.

    Panthenol: 2 studies tested it on its own. See all 3 studies

    On Reddit: Cut-to-fit toner pads tear easily, letting you place them where targeted hydration is needed. 5 mentions

    What the studies found
    • One study found a panthenol cream helped skin hold more water
  • Skin Barrier

    Not proven yet

    Few or mixed studies. This claim isn't established.

    Panthenol: 1 study tested it on its own. See all 10 studies

    What the studies found
    • The one study that tested it on its own found it helped
    • Skin treated with panthenol lost less water through the skin
    • Higher strengths like 1.0% and 5.0% seemed to help the most
  • Redness/Irritation

    Not proven yet

    Few or mixed studies. This claim isn't established.

    Centella/Cica: 1 study tested it on its own. See all 5 studies

    What the studies found
    • It reduced redness more than a placebo after laser treatment for acne scars

Research context, not treatment advice. Studies are about the ingredient, not necessarily this exact product.

Real Reddit threads — 12 mentions across 9 threads

Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad on Reddit, in one place — 9 threads from r/AsianBeauty, r/koreanskincare and 1 more, summarized.

“I'm currently using the SKIN1004 centella ones, which I do like for a bit of targeted hydration.”

Positive

“Toner pads were absolutely every where!”

Positive

“They seemed to be a very popular product”

Positive

“skin1004 centella toner pads”

Positive

“using it every day”

Positive

“my skin is so much better because I prioritise hydration”

Positive

“* SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad”

Positive

“The skin1004 is quite popular in makeup shops for the thin pads and mild ingredients but i never found it to be soothing. It is great before makeup though cause they’re really mild and don’t pile under makeup.”

Positive

“I really like the Skin1004 ones. I purchased them instead of the ampoule as I just wanted the formula for a night or two a week to hold against my face if my skin was angry. Feels lovely cold out of the fridge”

Positive

“SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pads”

Mentioned

“Hoping to find the right skincare to heal my damaged skin barrier and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.”

Mentioned

“I would also appreciate any thoughts or tips as I start my skincare journey! :)”

Mentioned

“I really the the skin1004 centella toner pads”

Positive

“Since it is a hydrating and calming toner i feel like the following steps like sunscreen absorb better into my skin”

Positive

“my skin tends to get oily throughout the day and my makeup starts slidig around”

Positive

“I bought the Skin1004 Centella toner pads because I enjoy the soaked pad chilled sitting on my skin for 5-10 minutes when I need it.”

Mentioned

“Ooh, are the Skin1004 toner pads any good?”

Mentioned

“both are pretty good, I use both by switching ❣️”

Mentioned

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