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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule vs Tula Tula bright start

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule scores 8.0/9.8 and Tula Tula bright start scores 8.0/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.

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Score comparison

These two are neck and neck — just 0.0 points apart.

SKIN1004 wins 1

Tied 2

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SKIN1004

Tula

Ingredient face-off

9% overlap

15SKIN1004

5Shared

56Tula

Only in SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule

10 unique

Centella Asiatica Extract Betaine Panthenol Allantoin Madecassoside Asiaticoside Madecassic Acid Asiatic Acid Arginine Ethylhexylglycerin

Shared ingredients

5 in common

Butylene Glycol Glycerin 2-Hexanediol Sodium Hyaluronate Carbomer

Only in Tula Tula bright start

51 unique

Aqua/Water/Eau Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate Glyceryl Stearate Cetyl Alcohol Tranexamic Acid Ferulic Acid Lactobacillus Ferment Inulin+41 more

Why these two are neck and neck

These two serums take different paths to a similar destination. Both formulas include solid hydrating ingredients, and the overall scores reflect that — the gap here is genuinely slim.

Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. Tula Tula bright start scores 8.4 here versus 6.2 for SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule brings Centella Asiatica Extract, Allantoin, and Madecassoside as actives, while tula Tula bright start relies on Tranexamic Acid, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2, and Lactic Acid. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule is better if you have

Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Butylene Glycol
Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Tula Tula bright start is better if you have

Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Tranexamic Acid does the heavy lifting
Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Value comparison

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule comes in at budget pricing with a 8.0 score, which is solid value at that tier.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict

It's a close call — both products score within 0.3 points of each other. Your choice depends on your specific skin concerns.

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8.0SKIN1004

8.0Tula

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule or Tula Tula bright start?

Based on ingredient analysis, SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule and Tula Tula bright start share ingredients?

Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.

What's the main difference between SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule and Tula Tula bright start?

The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.

Full analysis: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule→Full analysis: Tula Tula bright start→

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