Ingredient· Soothing
Centella asiatica
Centella asiatica is a plant extract often used in soothing, caring skincare, especially for sensitive or stressed skin.
Suits
Sensitive, redness-prone and stressed skin, and skin that feels uncomfortable after too many active steps.
Time of day
Morning and evening
Works well with
Niacinamide, ceramides, panthenol and hyaluronic acid. A good soothing complement to retinol or acids.
What isCentella asiatica?
Centella asiatica is a plant sometimes called tiger grass or gotu kola. Its extract contains asiaticoside, madecassoside and asiatic acid, among other compounds.
What is it used for?
It appears in products focused on a calm, comfortable skin feel, and in barrier-focused formulations.
Be careful with
Like all plant extracts, it can in rare cases cause reactions. Patch test on a small area if you have a known plant allergy.
Good to know
Its exact role depends on the composition of the extract and the amount in the finished formulation.
