Centella Asiatica Extract

Centella asiatica - or Gotu Kola - is specially renowned for its anti-inflammatory action in the treatment of eczema. More recently, the therapeutic benefits of this plant have been confirmed in studies demonstrating that it contains active principles called pentacyclic triterpenoid saponins, also named centellosides, among which are included asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, and madecassic acid.
Its advantages include stimulation of skin hydration. The centellosides present in it activate major skin hydrating glycosaminoglycans, such as hyaluronic acid. Centella Asiatica also promotes skin hydration and, at the same time, reduces inflammation during a four-week clinical trial experiment on 25 subjects.
Also with reference to the process of wound healing, the madecassoside increases antioxidant activity, collagen synthesis, hence improving the healing rate. The content of antioxidants in the skin is further increased by asiaticoside, which also contributes to repair processes. Besides this, Centella Asiatica is also highly applied in the formulation of products for cellulite and striae reduction, since its application improves microcirculation and supports healthy metabolic processes in the connective tissue.
Generally, Centella Asiatica is an invaluable active in skin care for benefits that range from hydration and wound healing to anti-aging. Its ability to improve hyaluronic acid, collagen production, and control of microcirculation turns it very effective in products for skin repair and hydration.