Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Intensive Ampoule — Reddit Reviews
by Skin1004
Updated September 3, 2026
Centella and ceramide ampoule repairs barrier and soothes redness; clogs some acne-prone.
What the community says
A milky, creamy ampoule rich in fermented centella and ceramides for skin barrier repair. It's favored by dry and irritated skin users, especially with tretinoin and over-exfoliation. Some with acne-prone or sensitive skin report breakouts or irritation, so patch testing needed.
What this means for you
What people love
Watch out for
- Can cause clogged pores and acne breakouts in sensitive or acne-prone skin
- Some users find it too thick or sticky, difficult to layer under makeup
- Contains fermented ingredients that may irritate rosacea or sensitive skin
Product details
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Real Reddit threads — 165 mentions across 24 threads
Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Intensive Ampoule on Reddit, in one place — 24 threads from r/AsianBeauty, r/koreanskincare and 4 more, summarized.
“it’s one of my year-round kbeauty holy grails!”
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“the original one and the probio cica ampoule are godsend”
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“If you haven’t tried skin 1004 Centella ampoule that stuff is amazing for eczema and super dry skin”
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“Skin1004 Probio-Cica Intensive Ampoule. It just works so well with my skin.”
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“I use tret and am prone to irritation/acne, and this does an amazing double duty of hydrating and soothing in that context.”
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“I noticed a significant improvement in frequency of dryness and irritation breakouts after I started”
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“The only one that seemingly has an effect on my face when used is the Niacinamide 10% and the probio-cica intensive ampoule on far right.”
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“The probiocica line is the only line that fixed all my dry skin issues - dry flakey skin to no avail despite all the skincare attempts in the world.”
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“I stumbled on to Skin1004’s Probio-Cica line... it has been non-irritating and great for getting my skin back on track.”
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“Suggestions: Pacifica Ceramide cleanser, SKIN 1004 - Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Intensive Ampoule, Paula's Choice 2% BHA exfoliant”
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“Find a skincare regimine that includes face wash, serum, moisturizer and spf.”
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“Honestly, your skin isnt bad at all and you're probably a good candidate for Paula's Choice skincare”
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“Dr Althea Aqua Marine Serum + Skin1004 Probio Cica Ampoule (If I have no fungal acne breakout)”
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“after switching to gel and fungal acne safe products my skin has calmed down by a landslide.”
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“Skin1004 Probio Cica Ampoule”
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“I like Skin1004 centella intensive ampoule”
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“anything from the Skin 1004 Madagascar Centella line.”
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“Skin 1004 centella serum. Right after I get out of the shower or wash my face, it's the best.”
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Other variants in this line
Same formula family — here’s what changes between them.
- Probio-Cica IntensiveYou’re here
Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Intensive Ampoule
165 mentions
AsiaticaMadagascar Centella Asiatica Ampoule
Better for Redness / Irritation
454 mentions
12 of 17 traits shared
Tone Brightening CapsuleMadagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule
42 mentions
5 of 9 traits shared
Poremizing FreshMadagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule
28 mentions
8 of 9 traits shared
