Find Your Skincare Match
A good skincare routine isn't about using more products. It's about finding the right ones for your skin.
W Cosmetics at Burwood Plaza is highlighting some of the new and best skincare finds from Korean skincare brand SKIN1004. From soothing hydration to brightening and targeting the appearance of fine lines, these four products focus on different skincare concerns.
With so many serums and ampoules available, knowing what the ingredients actually do can make choosing a little easier. Here's what you need to know before adding something new to your routine.
1. Madagascar Centella Ampoule: For Soothing & Hydration
Best for: Skin that needs lightweight hydration and soothing care.
If your skin often feels tight, dry or uncomfortable, the Madagascar Centella Ampoule is a good place to start.
Made with Centella Asiatica extract, an ingredient known for its soothing properties, this lightweight ampoule helps hydrate the skin without a heavy, greasy feeling.
Why it's worth knowing: Even oily and combination skin can experience dehydration. This ampoule focuses on replenishing moisture and soothing the skin, making it worth considering when your skin needs a little extra care.
2. Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule: For Dullness & Uneven Skin Tone
Best for: Dull-looking skin and uneven skin tone.
The Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule is designed to improve the appearance of dullness and uneven skin tone.
Its formula combines brightening ingredients, including niacinamide and tranexamic acid, with tiny capsules suspended throughout the ampoule.
Why it's worth knowing: Uneven skin tone can take time to improve. Consistent skincare and daily sun protection are important, particularly if you're trying to address the appearance of pigmentation.
3. Matrixyl 10% Boosting Shot Ampoule: For Fine Lines & Skin Elasticity
Best for: Those looking to improve the appearance of fine lines and skin firmness.
The SKIN1004 Matrixyl 10% Boosting Shot Ampoule features a peptide-based formula, alongside ingredients including hyaluronic acid.
Peptides are commonly used in skincare formulated to improve the appearance of visible signs of ageing, while hyaluronic acid helps attract and retain moisture.
Why it's worth knowing: Dehydrated skin can make fine lines appear more noticeable. Keeping your skin hydrated can help it look smoother and plumper, while peptide-based skincare offers an additional approach to targeting the appearance of fine lines.
This formula also contains spicules, so it's important to follow the product directions and check suitability if your skin is sensitive.
4. Niacinamide 10% Boosting Shot Ampoule: For Uneven Tone & Dullness
Best for: Those looking to improve the appearance of uneven skin tone and dullness.
The SKIN1004 Niacinamide 10% Boosting Shot Ampoule combines 10% niacinamide with ingredients including ascorbyl glucoside, a vitamin C derivative, and tranexamic acid.
Niacinamide is commonly used in skincare to help support the skin barrier and improve the appearance of uneven tone.
Why it's worth knowing: Both the Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule and Niacinamide 10% focus on brightening, but they're different formulas.
The Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule offers a capsule-based formula, while the Niacinamide 10% Boosting Shot Ampoule places greater emphasis on a higher-concentration niacinamide formula and also contains spicules.
If you're new to concentrated skincare actives or have sensitive skin, introduce products carefully and follow the manufacturer's directions.
Which SKIN1004 Product Should You Choose?
Start by thinking about your main skincare concern.
Dehydration or skin discomfort: Madagascar Centella Ampoule
Dullness and uneven-looking skin tone: Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule
Fine lines and loss of firmness: Matrixyl 10% Boosting Shot Ampoule
Uneven tone and an interest in concentrated niacinamide skincare: Niacinamide 10% Boosting Shot Ampoule
And remember, you don't necessarily need all four. A simple, consistent routine that suits your skin is often a better starting point than adding multiple new products at once.
Explore SKIN1004 at Burwood Plaza
Ready to give your skincare routine a refresh?
Visit W Cosmetics at Burwood Plaza to explore their new and best SKIN1004 skincare finds, take a closer look at the products and find out which might suit your routine.
Product availability may vary. Individual results differ. Follow product directions and patch test new skincare products. Seek professional advice if you have persistent skin concerns.