What Is Centella Asiatica Extract?
Centella Asiatica — also known as Gotu Kola, Indian Pennywort, or Cica — is a fast-growing tropical herb long used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine. In modern cosmetics and nutraceuticals, it is valued as a standardized botanical extract with INCI name Centella Asiatica Extract (CAS 84696-21-9, also CAS 489283-63-6 for the purified madecassoside fraction). The active triterpenoid complex includes madecassoside, asiaticoside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. VeraVita supplies it as a fine pale-yellow to off-white powder, standardized to 10%–90% madecassoside for formulation flexibility.
Mechanism of Action
Centella Asiatica works through a multi-target pathway that explains its wide reputation as a soothing, repairing ingredient. The triterpenoids stimulate fibroblast proliferation and upregulate type I collagen synthesis, supporting skin firmness and wound recovery. At the same time, the extract inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-6) and reduces NF-κB signaling, helping calm visible redness and reactive skin. Asiaticoside and madecassoside also enhance ceramide production and improve the skin’s antioxidant capacity, reinforcing a compromised barrier and reducing transepidermal water loss. Together these actions make Centella a clinically credible choice for sensitive, post-procedure and anti-aging routines.
Key Application Areas
- Soothing and barrier-repair creams — calms sensitive, reactive or post-treatment skin
- Anti-aging and firming serums — supports collagen synthesis and skin elasticity
- Acne and post-blemish care — reduces redness and helps fade post-inflammatory marks
- K-Beauty cica ampoules and toners — the signature K-beauty repair ingredient
- Wound-care and stretch-mark formulations — promotes dermal regeneration
VeraVita Supply and Support
VeraVita Biotech supplies Centella Asiatica Extract standardized from 10% to 90% madecassoside, with purity options meeting cosmetic, supplement and pharma-grade specifications. Every batch ships with COA and MSDS available on request, and our technical team supports full OEM/ODM formulation services — from cream and serum development to ingestible blends. For samples, specifications or a tailored quote, contact us at info@veravitabio.com.