Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract is a powerful skin care ingredient that became famous through Korean cosmetics. Being rich in asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, and madecassic acid, this extract has many bioactive effects on skin and hair. Primarily, it contains potent hydrating, healing, anti-aging, and soothing properties. Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract accelerates tissue regeneration and is effective in curing acne scars, stretch marks, and post-surgical wounds. It also reduces water loss from the skin and improves barrier strength. Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract is commonly known as tiger grass, as wild tigers are known to roll in the Centella Asiatica plant to heal their wounds. It is also referred to as Gotu Kola or Asiatic Pennywort.
Products with CENTELLA ASIATICA LEAF EXTRACT
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ACZERO®
by Brenntag Beauty & Personal Care
- Sustainable option
- Support available
- Original documents
PlantæDerMX™ Gotu Kola Extract
by Organic Bioactives
- Sustainable option
CalmActive CICA Colloidal
by Active Bioworks
- Sustainable option
What is CENTELLA ASIATICA LEAF EXTRACT used for?
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract is a multifunctional ingredient having potent hydrating, skin-soothing, and rejuvenating properties. Being natural and rich in beneficial actives, it supports both skin regeneration and scalp health.
For skin: Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract is healing in nature - making it highly effective in treating sensitive, irritated, or damaged skin. It strengthens the skin barrier by encouraging ceramide production, reduces redness, and minimizes scarring from acne or injuries. Its antioxidant activity also helps prevent premature aging by protecting skin cells from oxidative stress.
For hair: On the scalp, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract improves microcirculation and helps soothe inflammation, which can support hair growth and reduce issues like itching, dryness, or dandruff. By maintaining a balanced scalp environment and reducing oxidative stress around hair follicles, it contributes to stronger, healthier hair.
Origin
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract is a botanical ingredient that comes from the Centella Asiatica plant, which thrives in the moist, humid climates of South, Southeast, and East Asia. It is extensively used in Cica creams and Ayurvedic medicines. To make the extract, the leaves are harvested, dried, and ground. It is then soaked in ethanol/water, and low heat is provided to the mixture. After the extraction, this light green liquid is filtered and preserved.
What does CENTELLA ASIATICA LEAF EXTRACT do in a formulation?
SKIN CONDITIONING|
SOOTHING|
ANTIDANDRUFF|
ANTIOXIDANTSafety Profile
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract is very safe for use in cosmetics and personal care. It is well-tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive, acne-prone, and compromised skin, and is suitable for both leave-on and rinse-off formulations. Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract is non-comedogenic, non-toxic, and safe for use during pregnancy as well. However, high concentrations of this ingredient should be avoided, and patch tests should be performed prior to full application.
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CENTELLA ASIATICA LEAF EXTRACT technical profile
| Property | Values |
pH | 5 - 7 |
Solubility | Soluble in water |
Viscosity | Low to moderate |
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