Best for

Soothing, Barrier Repair, Redness

Typical concentration

Varies — often listed as extract percentage

Works well with

Niacinamide, Panthenol, Beta-Glucan, Ceramides

Use caution with

Nothing known

What it does

Centella contains four key active compounds — asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, and madecassic acid — each with documented anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties. Madecassoside in particular has been shown to inhibit inflammatory cytokines and stimulate collagen synthesis. In clinical studies, centella extracts significantly reduced redness, itching, and barrier disruption in sensitive and compromised skin.

How to use it

No special application rules. Suitable at any step — toners, essences, serums, and creams. Particularly useful during barrier recovery phases when other actives (acids, retinoids) are paused. Can be used morning and evening.

Who is it suitable for?

All skin types. Particularly beneficial for sensitive, reactive, redness-prone, and barrier-compromised skin.

Products containing Centella Asiatica

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References

[1] Bylka W et al. Centella asiatica in cosmetology. Postepy Dermatol Alergol. 2013.
[2] Ratz-Lyko A et al. Moisturising and smoothing properties of cica. IJCS. 2016.