Centella Asiatica

Centella Asiatica, often referred to as Gotu Kola, is a powerful herb native to Asia, revered for its remarkable skin-healing and anti-inflammatory properties. This versatile plant is rich in triterpenoids, flavonoids, and other active compounds, making it a staple in both traditional medicine and modern skincare formulations.

Key Benefits of Centella Asiatica:

• Anti-inflammatory properties calm redness, irritation, and inflammation, making it ideal for sensitive or reactive skin.
• Known to accelerate the skin’s natural healing process, aiding in the repair of scars, burns, and other minor skin injuries.
• Helps the skin retain moisture by stimulating the production of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), improving skin hydration and elasticity.
• Enhances collagen production, improving skin elasticity and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Treatment tips that can help you incorporate Centella Asiatica into your routine:

• Centella’s anti-inflammatory properties make it an excellent choice for calming redness and sensitivity associated with rosacea.
• Helps to even out skin tone and strengthen the skin barrier.
• Its healing properties are especially beneficial for post-acne scars or post-surgical recovery.
• Improves the appearance of stretch marks by promoting microcirculation and collagen regeneration, supporting smoother and more resilient skin.
• Provides antioxidant protection against environmental stressors.
• It is also considered safe for use during pregnancy, making it a popular choice for expectant mothers seeking gentle but effective skincare.

Skincare products containing Centella Asiatica

Dark Marks:

Dark marks usually coincide with skin inflammation. The calming and soothing attributes of Centella Asiatica Extract have the potential to reduce inflammation, safeguard against additional harm, and contribute to the gradual fading of dark marks. Dr Webster recommends:

• mesoestetic brightening peel booster
• iS Clinical Extreme Protect SPF 40

Dry & Sensitive:

Centella Asiatica Extract has natural anti-inflammatory properties that can help soothe and calm sensitive skin. Dr Webster recommends:

• Jorgobé Centella Serum
• Kiehl’s Calendula Petal-Infused Calming Mask
• Bioderma Cicabio Cream

Early Ageing, Fine Lines:

By neutralising free radicals, Centella Asiatica Extract can aid in preventing premature ageing and minimising fine lines. Dr Webster recommends:

• iS Clinical Super Serum Advance+
• Vice Reversa Wrinkle Patch
• mesoestetic skinretin 0.3%

Mature, Sun Damaged:

Centella Asiatica Extract contains compounds that support the skin’s natural healing processes, aiding in the repair of damaged skin cells and promoting the growth of new, healthy cells. Dr Webster recommends:

• iS Clinical Youth Serum
• mesoestetic brightening peel booster
• Bioderma Photoderm Spot-Age SPF 50+

Normal or Combination:

Centella Asiatica Extract helps regulate and maintain optimal skin hydration by enhancing the skin’s ability to retain moisture, ensuring balanced hydration without making the skin feel excessively oily or dry. Dr Webster recommends:

• iS Clinical Cleansing Complex
• Beaut™ Face Juice
• Huxley Stay Sun Safe SPF 50+ PA++++

Oily, Acne-Prone:

Centella Asiatica Extract’s ability to promote wound healing and tissue repair can aid in the recovery process of acne lesions, helping to minimise scarring and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Dr Webster recommends:

• iS Clinical Hydra-Cool Serum
• Dermanique Dual Effect Pore Ampoule
• MartiDerm Acniover Cicavent

Red, Rosacea-Prone:

Rosacea-prone skin often has a compromised skin barrier, leading to increased sensitivity and redness. Centella Asiatica Extract helps strengthen the skin’s natural barrier function, improving its resilience against external triggers. Dr Webster recommends:

• mesoestetic couperend cream
• MartiDerm Rosarepair Fluid Emulsion SPF30