SKIN1004 in Australia: The Madagascar Centella Story, the Ampoule and Where to Start

Skincare brands love an origin story, but few are as geographically specific as this one. SKIN1004 did not just say centella. It said Madagascar, and then built a whole brand around that one word. It is a bet on a plant, a place and a feeling: that the calmest skincare might come from the most untouched corners of the earth.

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Why Madagascar?

According to published brand histories, SKIN1004 was founded in South Korea and built its reputation on centella asiatica sourced from Madagascar. Its Madagascar Centella Ampoule became the breakout product and a global bestseller. The brand explains that Madagascar is one of the leading producers of centella, thanks to its natural environment and rainfall. Some reviewers go further, arguing that the highland soil and cooler temperatures stress the plant in a way that increases its beneficial compounds. We cannot verify that claim ourselves, but it is part of how the brand and its fans describe the choice.

Brand profiles describe a guiding belief that everything touching the skin should be clean and gentle, and a long search for the purest ingredients that ended in Madagascar.

What the Australian press says

Australian beauty retailers have written about centella as a possible successor to niacinamide, with one reviewer describing the Centella Ampoule as helpful for acne-prone skin that needs calming, and as a long-lasting bottle. International reviewers add that the texture is fluid and light, layers easily and does not weigh down a routine. Honest ones also point out limits: it is not a strong choice for severe active acne, it will not directly regulate oil, and old pigmentation marks will need a targeted ingredient. Calming effects are judged over weeks, not days.

The ampoule

The SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Asiatica Ampoule comes in sizes from $28.00 up to $38.99. It is the pillar of the range. Apply a few drops after toner, press it in, then moisturise.

The rest of the Madagascar line

The SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner ($31.99) is the dewy toner reviewers praise. The SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream ($30.00, 75ml) is the moisturiser. The SKIN 1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam ($26.99) and the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil ($28.00) cover the wash.

Sets and kits

The SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Double Cleansing Duo ($45.00) is the easy start. The SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Travel Kit ($45.00) lets you try it small. The SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Complete Soothing Skincare Set ($143.00) is the full routine. See also our skincare sets collection.

Who it suits and who it does not

It suits people who want a gentle, calming routine. If you want strong results for severe acne, visible oil control or old marks, speak to a professional and consider a targeted ingredient alongside it.

A simple routine

1. Cleanse.
2. Toning Toner.
3. Centella Ampoule.
4. Soothing Cream.
5. Sunscreen every morning.

Around Australia

• Sydney, NSW: toner and ampoule for humid summers.
• Melbourne, VIC: add the cream in winter.
• Brisbane and the Gold Coast, QLD: keep it light.
• Perth, WA: ampoule and cream.
• Adelaide, SA: swap with the season.
• Canberra, ACT: dry winters; cream.
• Hobart, TAS: richer layers.
• Darwin, NT: ampoule only.

Where we fit in

Eastern Curlew is an authorised SKIN1004 stockist and we dispatch from Sydney. We sell the products mentioned, so weigh our view accordingly. Prices come from the live product pages and can change.

Frequently asked questions

Why Madagascar centella?
Brand histories say Madagascar is a leading centella producer thanks to its environment, and the brand built its identity on that sourcing.

Which SKIN1004 product should I buy first?
Most people start with the Centella Ampoule.

Is SKIN1004 good for sensitive skin?
Many people with sensitive skin like it, but patch test first.

How much is SKIN1004 in Australia?
The ampoule starts from $28.00 at Eastern Curlew.

Where can I buy SKIN1004 in Australia?
From Eastern Curlew, an authorised stockist, dispatched from Sydney.

This article is general information only. It is not medical advice and does not replace advice from a doctor or dermatologist. Results vary from person to person, and you should patch test new products. This guide draws on our own product pages and on published brand histories, reviews and editorial coverage from Australian and international beauty and K-beauty publications and independent reviewers. Product information may change. Last checked: 10 November 2026.