Cica & Centella
Centella Asiatica Products
Contrary to what we think our skin is always in good condition, we are constantly exposed to harmful external factors like particles, pollution, and ultraviolet rays, which damage the skin in general. These damage the skin constantly. Centella Cica products are the answer.
Centella leaves and stems contain ingredients that are highly effective for healing. They can therefore help quickly repair the damaged skin barrier and promote regeneration when the skin is injured.
What is Centella Asiatica anyway?
Centella Asiatica is a charming little plant with beautiful fan-shaped leaves. Centella Asiatica is the scientific name for the medicinal plant commonly known as gotu kola, tiger grass, or Indian pennywort. It is a long-growing herb with small, fan-shaped leaves that grows in tropical and subtropical regions, including Asia, India, equatorial Africa, and Central America.
This small, perennial herb has an impressive history of use as a remedy for mild to severe skin conditions, including asthma, ulcers, leprosy, and vein disease. It has been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese and Indian medicine, primarily for dermatological conditions such as minor wounds, scrapes, and burns. It is also an anti-inflammatory ingredient for treating conditions like eczema and psoriasis. It has even been used as an antibacterial and antiviral agent to relieve anxiety, as an antidepressant, and to improve cognition.
The legend of tiger grass
Did you know that tiger grass has a fascinating story behind its name? Injured tigers are said to roll on the plant's stems to heal their wounds. This legend reveals the incredible healing powers of tiger grass and explains why it's also called the "herb of long life."
Active ingredients
The skin benefits of this plant stem primarily from its key active ingredients, known as saponins. Centella's four main saponins are Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassoside, and Madasic acid. These saponins share similar properties and contribute to Centella's exceptional soothing, healing, and antioxidant properties.
Centella Asiatica strengthens the skin's hydration
This is mainly due to the molecular structure of the saponins in this plant – which can bind water in an occlusive layer – thus reducing the amount of trans-epidermal water loss.
This plant's effect on skin hydration is comparable to that of aloe vera. If you're looking for an excellent moisturizer to improve your skin's epidermal barrier function, it might be worth looking for one with Centella Asiatica extract!
Centella Asiatica reduces the skin's sensitivity to irritations
It has a protective effect on the skin, reducing its sensitivity to irritants.
The anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects of the compounds in Centella reduce skin redness, transepidermal water loss and restore the skin to its optimal pH after exposure to irritants.
In other words, if you have sensitive skin that gets irritated easily, a Centella product can help soothe and calm your skin while reducing redness!
Anti-aging benefits
It increases collagen production and improves skin firmness and elasticity, making it a powerful anti-aging ingredient.
Centella Asiatica accelerates the healing of acne
This plant is also a great ingredient to incorporate into your skincare routine if you have acne-prone skin. This is because the active ingredients in Centella Asiatica accelerate wound healing and reduce inflammation by stimulating collagen production.
Many Korean skincare products for acne-prone skin contain Centella Asiatica or one of its derivatives. This is because Centella helps heal pimples faster and prevent acne scars.