Centella asiatica (Linn.) Urban (also known by common names as: Gotu kola, Indian pennywort (ang.), Hydrocotyle asiatique (fr.) or Indischer Wassernabel (ger.)) is a species belonging to the Apiaceae family (formerly Umbelliferae), genus Centella (Linn.). Centella asiatica species is divided into three varieties, Centella asiatica var. typica, Centella asiatica var. abyssinica, Centella asiatica var. floridana, which growing in different regions, having different chemical composition. Centella asiatica is mainly found in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, South Africa and Eastern Europe.

Centella asiatica extract is extracted from whole centella asiatica, and the content of raw materials is about 0.6%-1.2%. The high-quality raw material is whole leaves, and this kind of raw material has a high content of centella asiatica, which is suitable for extracting and refining a high content of asiaticoside monomer.

Centella Asiatica Extract, derived from the Umbelliferae plant Centella asiatica, is a star ingredient in skincare and herbal medicine, renowned as a "natural beauty holy product." Its core efficacy lies in its remarkable repair and antioxidant capabilities. It significantly promotes fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis, thereby accelerating wound healing and repairing the damaged skin barrier, with notable effects on improving scars, stretch marks, and acne marks.

Simultaneously, its rich triterpenoids possess powerful antioxidant effects, neutralizing free radicals, delaying skin photoaging, and preventing wrinkle formation. Centella Asiatica Extract also exhibits excellent anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, effectively inhibiting inflammatory factors and alleviating skin redness, stinging, and itching, making it particularly suitable for sensitive skin and post-irritation conditions. Furthermore, it can enhance the vitality of skin basal layer cells, improve skin elasticity and firmness, provide deep hydration and brightening, comprehensively maintaining skin health.

Centella Extract Application:

Leveraging its multiple benefits, Centella Asiatica Extract is widely used across various fields. In the cosmetics and personal care industry, it is a core ingredient, commonly found in repair serums, creams, face masks, and lotions, focusing on soothing sensitivity, repairing the barrier, anti-aging, and post-procedure care. In the pharmaceutical field, it is formulated into ointments and gels to treat minor wounds, burns, eczema, and psoriasis, promoting healing.

In health foods and functional beverages, Centella is also used as an ingredient, traditionally believed to help enhance cognitive function, relieve anxiety, and promote blood circulation. Additionally, in high-end spas and beauty salons, products containing high concentrations of Centella are used in professional treatment courses, providing customers with deep repair and soothing experiences. Its natural and multi-effective characteristics make it a highly valuable component in the modern health and beauty industry.