Centella asiatica
Products containing Centella Asiatica
In Korean skin care
Centella asiatica, also abbreviated as Cica, is a tropical medicinal plant from the Apiaceae family originating in Southeast Asian countries such as India, Sri Lanka, China, Indonesia and Malaysia as well as South Africa and Madagascar. This plant grows wild in moist, shady places and can often be seen along riverbanks, streams, ponds and irrigated fields. The other common names of the plant are Asiatic Pennywort, Indian Pennywort, Thick-leaved Pennywort and Gotu Kola. It is one of the most important herbs for treating skin problems, for healing wounds and for revitalizing nerves and brain cells.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF CENTELLA ASIATICA (ALSO POPULARLY CALLED CICA)
The anti-inflammatory properties increase hydration and help soothe and repair dry, red, irritated skin. Therefore, it is recommended for the treatment of various skin diseases, especially those with symptoms such as redness and roughness (psoriasis and eczema). The effects come from the plant's chemical composition of madecassoside and asiaticoside, both known for their soothing and healing properties.
A number of studies show that this medicinal herb has anti-inflammatory and antinociceptive properties due to remarkable amounts of asiaticoside, madecassoside and madecassic acid which have been shown to increase collagen production, improve skin firmness and elasticity.
HOW TO USE CENTELLA ASIATICA?
You will find it in face wash (cleanser), toners, serums, essences and creams. For an extra soothing effect, products with Cica can be placed over the retinoid in the evening. Since retinoids can irritate the skin, cica in turn can prevent any irritation.
Known for its gentle and skin-friendly products that both nourish, soothe and hydrate the skin, Purito has a range of products with the star ingredient Centella Asiatica / Cica such as:
CAN CENTELLA ASIATICA BE COMBINED WITH VITAMIN C?
Centella can penetrate the skin deep enough to be used effectively in vascular diseases such as varicose veins.
Another antioxidant that promotes wound healing and increases collagen production is vitamin C, the best-known stimulator of collagen production. For this reason, the combination of vitamin C and centella asiatica can lead to enhanced antioxidant properties, collagen-enhancing and wound-healing effects.
COSRX has an entire line dedicated to soothing properties consisting of: Toner - COSRX Pure Fit Cica Toner , Serum - COSRX Pure Fit Cica , Moisturizer - COSRX Pure Fit Cica Cream .
FUN FACT
Centella's circulation-promoting abilities are so powerful that it has been used as an effective treatment for varicose veins and broken capillaries and to break down cellulite by shrinking the connective tissue that binds fat cells under the skin.