Ingredient
Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Leaf Extract
INCI name: Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Centella asiatica extract
Gotu kola extract
Hydrocotyle asiatica extract
What it is
A botanical extract from the leaves of Centella asiatica (gotu kola/tiger grass), valued for its soothing, antioxidant, and skin-barrier-supporting properties.
How it works
Its triterpene saponins (asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, madecassic acid) help calm inflammation and support collagen and barrier repair.
What it does
Skin conditioning
Antioxidant
Soothing
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.