Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum
Serum-textured SPF that hydrates, calms, and disappears into skin with zero white cast.
Verdict
SKIN1004's Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum is an ultra-lightweight, serum-textured SPF 50 that disappears into skin with zero white cast, no greasiness, and a dewy finish. Dermatologist Dr Dray calls it a long-standing favorite, noting it's soothing, hydrating, and an excellent base for makeup. Multiple creators agree it works for all skin types, including oily and sensitive, and several say they can skip moisturizer when using it.

Highlights
- AvatarLing
“Super lightweight, hydrating, lovely elegant texture.”
- Tina Tanaka Harris
“One of my favorite sunscreens as of late.”2:27–2:34
- Matt Randon
“literally leaves no white cast”2:03–2:05
- Dr. Aleksandra Brown
“This is super lightweight, fast absorbing chemical sunscreen.”7:15–7:20
- Doctorly
“This one just feels so elegant on the skin.”10:35–10:43
- Dr Nicole J
“This is probably one of my favorite Korean sunscreens.”1:17–1:23
- Lab Muffin Beauty Science
“This is probably the lightest version there is. It's really popular with people in more humid countries.”15:52–15:59
- Charisse Daily
“Powered by Centella Asiatica and Hyaluronic Acid, which help calm irritation while deeply hydrating the skin.”15:37–15:43
- Soo Beauty 수뷰티
“I've already finished two tubs of this.”12:47–12:50
Full reviews
Super lightweight, hydrating, lovely elegant texture.
I also use this a lot during the summer, as well.
This one is an absolute holy grail for me.3:14–3:20
I love this so much that I went and repurchased it in the jumbo size.3:24–3:30
This one is absolutely worth the hype.3:34–3:39
It is incredibly lightweight.3:36–3:41
It feels like absolutely nothing on the skin once you've applied it.3:41–3:44
It's a really thin, lightweight texture, not greasy at all.3:42–3:49
No white cast, no fragrance or scent.3:47–3:51
The hyaluronic acid in it is very hydrating.3:49–3:53
I absolutely love this sunscreen.
It is so lightweight, but it's hydrating and it's soothing.
Feels like nothing on the skin.
No white cast, no greasiness.
Honestly just checks all the boxes for me and it is very affordable.32:14–32:20
It's great for dry sensitive skin.
I didn't discover it till 2025 and now I know why everyone's so obsessed with it.0:12–0:18
This one truly is that sunscreen that you don't have to think about twice in grabbing.23:17–23:26
It is, as the name suggests, a serum-like texture. It blends out so gosh darn easy.23:26–23:34
You can apply such a generous amount and it will disappear as you're applying it to the skin.23:32–23:35
Even my dry skin it is still enough hydration that my skin will be fine.23:39–23:47
It is not dried but it is not overly greasy.23:45–23:49
One that is easy to take with me anywhere without really worrying about what the climate of that place is.23:47–23:53
It is still moisturizing enough for the dry Melbourne weather.23:56–24:01
literally leaves no white cast2:03–2:05
as soon as you blend it in, it literally disappears2:05–2:10
it's also very hydrating and glowy2:08–2:11
It's non-sticky at all
Goes great under makeup2:10–2:12
you literally can't even feel it2:12–2:15
If you've never tried a Korean sunscreens, this is definitely a must2:13–2:20
This is super lightweight, fast absorbing chemical sunscreen.7:15–7:20
It has a very creamy texture. I find it very hydrating.7:20–7:24
It is probably the most hydrating one of the all the ones that I've mentioned so far, but it still absorbs pretty quick.7:53–7:58
It is really lightweight, serum-like texture that absorbs really quick without leaving any sticky residue.7:48–7:51
Of all the ones I've mentioned so far, this one is probably the most hydrating.7:53–7:57
It is not water resistant. None of these really are, but you can still reapply it, especially if you're going out to dinner at night.8:12–8:16
I find it perfect for like soothing the skin, irritated skin.8:17–8:23
Kids like the way it feels.8:22–8:24
This one just feels so elegant on the skin.10:35–10:43
It has green tea to help oil control, soothing.10:43–10:47
The way it just sits, I think is what has people just purchasing this again and again.10:45–10:49
This has Korean filters in it, which makes it very elegant, blends well.11:25–11:28
It just feels like you're almost wearing nothing on your skin.11:26–11:31
It's got incredible ingredients.
It is SPF 50. It does have that broad spectrum coverage, especially very strong in the UV A range, which is very helpful for that aging skin.0:54–1:00
This is actually what I'm wearing on my skin right now.1:00–1:05
This is just sort of a watery finish that then kind of gives you just a slight dewy glow. It's not greasy at all.1:05–1:11
This is probably one of my favorite Korean sunscreens.1:17–1:23
It leaves absolutely no white cast, but not only that, it is very hydrating and very moisturizing.1:21–1:27
I love when a sunscreen is so moisturizing that you don't even have to wear moisturizer under it. And this sunscreen definitely fits into that category.1:26–1:31
With these Korean sunscreens, UV filters on them are amazing.1:33–1:37
You have to get them shipped from Korea, but it's actually 100% worth it.1:56–2:02
Sunscreen is a non-negotiable, especially when you're using a lot of actives in your skincare routine.2:00–2:04
If you want a sunscreen that's amazing and doesn't leave a white cast, this is the one to go for.2:06–2:10
This is probably the lightest version there is. It's really popular with people in more humid countries.15:52–15:59
This dries down to feel like almost nothing but it is still hydrating.16:01–16:05
It is really great if you hate the feel of sunscreen on your face.16:05–16:08
I also really like this flat pump tube. It is really good for tucking into your handbag and it's really easy to measure out the right amount of product.16:08–16:12
This is such an ultra lightweight consistency that truly feels invisible, but still adds a nice splash of hydration for a completely transparent look with zero white cast.8:48–8:55
I basically doused my body in this sunscreen, not only because it's an incredible formula, but also it's a killer price point.9:03–9:09
It's an incredible formula.
There's a reason why it's gone so viral on TikTok.10:08–10:13
I have loved introducing this into my routine and now I have like four bottles at all times.10:18–10:25
Highly highly recommend.
This perfectly matches what you think of when you imagine a super lightweight, hydrating, invisible sunscreen experience.16:01–16:05
It just ticks all the boxes.16:08–16:13
I've repurchased it so many times because like I said before, I just use it everywhere.16:20–16:24
It's not going to leave me greasy, super shiny, with a white cast, nothing.16:35–16:40
It's a really good price point.16:41–16:46
I'm absolutely obsessed with how lightweight this is on the skin.16:44–16:48
This one has never once done that.16:56–17:00
If you're wanting like a perfect starter Korean sunscreen, could not recommend this one more.17:04–17:09
I just love the consistency of it, how thin and liquidy. It blends in so seamless. No white cast.19:11–19:16
It sits really, really well underneath makeup as well.19:16–19:23
It just is the perfect sunscreen for me. It does not feel like a sunscreen to me. It just feels like a moisturizer. That's just how comfortable it is on the skin.19:21–19:26
Truly my favorite sunscreen ever and definitely the best performer.19:29–19:35
I think this is the only uh my second purchase between all of their products.8:48–9:01
Anybody who's who's like not allergic to chemical sunscreen, this is a chemical sunscreen.9:01–9:05
Overall it's great before the makeup amazing.9:07–9:14
Comparing to um round lab or beauty of juan I think slightly this goes inside quickly and less greasy.9:14–9:20
Anybody for the like oily combo skin or guys gentlemen too please try out it's a wellmade Korean sunscreen.9:20–9:28
Powered by Centella Asiatica and Hyaluronic Acid, which help calm irritation while deeply hydrating the skin.15:37–15:43
Uses modern chemical UV filters to deliver broad-spectrum SPF 50+ protection.15:43–15:51
Protects your skin without feeling heavy.15:51–15:58
Keeps your skin calm.15:51–15:55
I usually skip my moisturizer when I use this because it also moisturizes my skin.15:59–16:09
Perfect for everyday use, even if you have oily skin, even if you have sensitive skin.16:06–16:16
Absorbs instantly with almost zero stickiness.16:30–16:35
No white cast at all.16:35–16:42
still obsessed
I can skip my moisturizer when I use this15:47–15:52
my makeup looks amazing on top of it15:50–15:55
it never pills15:52–15:58
it's non-greasy
it's soothing15:55–16:01
it's just perfect for my acne prone, reactive skin15:55–16:04
this is still my number one16:01–16:05
This is a long-standing favorite of mine.0:45–0:50
It's very soothing, hydrating, not the least bit greasy or shiny.1:01–1:09
It's an excellent everyday moisturizer.1:07–1:11
It has these compounds from Centella which have been shown actually to be supportive of healing processes.1:09–1:16
This is probably I want to say tube number three, four, I don't even know at this point of this particular sunscreen.1:51–1:58
It's really great as a daily facial moisturizer and if you're going to wear makeup over it, you will be quite happy because it's a really great base for makeup.1:58–2:04
I've already finished two tubs of this.12:47–12:50
This one focuses specifically more on soothing and calming the skin with its extra metacide ingredient in it.12:49–12:53
I really, really enjoy the whole experience of it with the packaging, the formulation, this applicator.13:04–13:08
This feels a hair lighter than the Dr. Hia Reuth one, but it still feels very, very hydrating.13:12–13:22
Almost feels noninvasive. Like you barely notice it's there.13:22–13:26
Sometimes on lazy days when it was just like eh and I just needed to be out the door in five, this was all I put on and I think my skin was happy just as it was.13:26–13:31
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SKIN1004's Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum is an ultra-lightweight, serum-textured SPF 50 that disappears into skin with zero white cast, no greasiness, and a dewy finish. Dermatologist Dr Dray calls it a long-standing favorite, noting it's soothing, hydrating, and an excellent base for makeup. Multiple creators agree it works for all skin types, including oily and sensitive, and several say they can skip moisturizer when using it.
Details
- Type
- sunscreen
- Finish
- natural
- Key ingredients
- Centella Asiatica Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Meal Extract, Glycine Max (Soybean) Seed Extract, Panthenol, Niacinamide, Adenosine, Tocopherol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
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