Commonly known as: Tiger grass, Gotu Kola, Antanan, Pegaga, Brahmi, Asian pennywort, Centella Asiatica Leaf Cell Extract (INCI).
Botanical name: Centella asiatica.
Extraction process: In vitro cell culture of the leaves of the plant in a nutrient medium containing water, minerals, sugars and vitamins, followed by UV and visible light stimulation of the cell culture to produce metabolites (elicitation), removal of all traces of the nutrient medium (rinsing), filtration of the cells, sonication of the cells and dispersion of the extract in vegetable glycerine.
Family: Apiaceae.
Extracted part of the plant: Leaves.
Cultivation area, origin: Wetlands in India, China, Indonesia, Australia and Madagascar.
Blooming: In the spring (during April).
Origin, provenance: France.
Phytochemical composition: Pentacyclic triterpenoid saponosides (madecassoside, asiatic acid, madecassic acid), triterpene acids (brahmic acid, madasiatic acid, terminolic acid, centellic acid), glycosides (brahminoside, madasiaticoside, centelloside), flavonoids, phytosterols, amino acids, tannins, sugars, polyphenols.
Sensory properties: Appearance: Liquid; Colour: Colourless to pale yellow; Odour: Sweet.
Physical properties: Soluble in water; Recommended quantity: between 2 and 20%; Density: 1.0-1.3g/ cm3; pH: 4.5-7.5
Concerns: Moisturising, regenerative, revitalising, anti-bacterial, healing, soothing, antioxidant, toning, firming, anti-inflammatory.
Effect: All skin typologies, especially problem skin, dry skin, mature skin, sensitive skin and dull skin; Also recommended for hair loss and dandruff.
Face care (creams, serums, balms, oils, masks, eye care); Body care (balms, stretch mark creams, anti-cellulite creams/gels/oils); Hair care (serums, hair oils, shampoos); Hygiene (toothpaste).
Keep in a dry and cool place at a maximum temperature of 40°C with a relative humidity of 65%. Store away from moisture, light and heat.
There are no contraindications to the external use of Centella asiatica skincare. However, there are possible side effects that are rare, such as local allergic reactions and burns. Pregnant women and young children can use it.
Please note: Taking Centella asiatica orally is not recommended for pregnant and nursing women.