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Centella Asiatica Extract

Centella asiatica

Also known as cica, gotu kola, tiger grass

Comedogenic rating 1/5

A creeping Apiaceae herb used in Korean and Ayurvedic medicine; the extract is rich in triterpenes.

Why it matters

Calms visible redness and supports barrier repair. Madecassoside and asiaticoside are the fractions labs actually standardise.\n\nUseful after retinoids, acids, or a week of bad decisions.

Cautions

Patch-test if you react to other Apiaceae plants. Not a substitute for a steroid on diagnosed dermatitis.

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