Centella Asiatica Flower … Stem Extract

Centella Asiatica, commonly known as Cica or Gotu Kola, is a plant native to Asia that has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. This ingredient is derived from the flower, leaf, and stem of the plant and functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetics.The extract contains compounds that are believed to interact with the skin's natural processes, though the specific active constituents and their individual contributions remain an area of ongoing research.

Reduces Irritation. Reduces Redness. Helps with Barrier Repair

Centella Asiatica is thought to influence skin physiology through multiple pathways. The extract may support the skin's natural wound-healing mechanisms and help regulate inflammatory responses, though the precise biochemical mechanisms in human skin are not fully characterised.Its traditional use in barrier-repair formulations suggests it may help maintain or restore skin's protective function, though more research is needed to establish the strength and specificity of these effects in modern skincare contexts.

Centella Asiatica extract is typically found in serums, essences, toners, and moisturisers at relatively low concentrations. It integrates well into most routines and can be layered with other actives, though as with any new ingredient, introduce it gradually and observe your skin's response over several weeks before drawing conclusions about efficacy.

Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract is generally well-tolerated when formulated appropriately. Those with known sensitivity to plants in the Apiaceae family should exercise caution, though allergic reactions remain uncommon.