Skin1004 Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule

Skin1004 made this ampoule for uneven tone, dullness and dark spots.

In Korea, it’s registered as a brightening functional cosmetic.

• Old breakout marks: marks left behind by old breakouts.
• Dark patches: patches darker than the rest of your face.
• Dullness: skin that has lost its glow.

It’s a slow, steady treatment, and works best with daily sunscreen.

For a routine built around spots, see our Acne Kit.

1. Cleanse.
2. Apply your toner.
3. Use this ampoule.
4. Follow with your moisturizer.
5. In the morning, finish with sunscreen, every single time.

The capsules can be used day or night.

Using retinol at night? Try this one in the morning instead.

Niacinamide is at 4% and tranexamic acid at 2%, part of a triple complex:

• Niacinamide: a form of vitamin B3, and a common brightening ingredient.
• Tranexamic acid: there for skin tone.
• 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid: a vitamin C derivative chosen for its stability.

Together they help address melanin, the pigment behind dark spots.

• MadeWhite™: Skin1004’s patented madecassoside, from Madagascar centella.
• Why MadeWhite™: it doesn’t discolor and is gentler.
• Centella extract: soothes skin that’s easily upset.
• Panthenol and betaine: add hydration.
• pH: kept close to the pH of healthy skin.

Popular dark spot products attract fakes. A fake can do nothing, or it can irritate your skin.

On deeper skin, irritation leaves dark marks more often, and more intense. That’s not what you’re paying for.

We sell only authentic Korean skincare, which comes from authorized distributors and wholesalers.

See our guide to spotting fake Korean skincare.

1. After toner, take an appropriate amount.
2. Spread it gently over your face.
3. Let the capsules melt in, then pat lightly.
4. Follow with moisturizer.
5. In the morning, always finish with sunscreen.

Store it away from heat and direct sun.

• Normal, dry and combination skin: the skin types it’s made for.
• All skin types: it’s also made for all skin types.
• Sensitive skin: made for skin that finds brightening harsh.
• Fragrance: no fragrance or essential oils appear in the ingredient list.
• Patch test: try it on your jawline for a day or two first.
• Stop: if you see redness, a rash or itching.

• Niacinamide and tranexamic acid: the brightening pair.
• 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid: a stable vitamin C derivative.
• Madecassoside and centella extract: soothe.
• Glycerin, betaine and panthenol: hydrate.
• Corn starch, mannitol and microcrystalline cellulose: texture.
• Xanthan gum and hydroxyethylcellulose: make the gel.
• 1,2-hexanediol and ethylhexylglycerin: keep it fresh.

Expect a slow, steady change. In a two-week test of 20 adults, the area of dark patches improved 39.44%.

They used the ampoule with the matching toner and cream.

Results on your own skin will vary.

Yes. Its MadeWhite™ capsules can be used day or night. In the morning, always finish with sunscreen, because sun undoes brightening work.

They're capsules holding MadeWhite™, Skin1004's encapsulated madecassoside. They melt into the skin as you spread the ampoule.

The formula can change color if it's exposed to heat or direct sunlight, and this doesn't affect quality or results. Store it somewhere cool and out of the sun.

It already contains niacinamide and tranexamic acid. If you add another brightening product, go slowly and watch for irritation. Sylvia can help you build the routine at a free skin consultation.