Centellex

Centellex

Premium Centella Asiatica Extract for Skin Repair and Collagen Support

Inspired by centuries of traditional botanical medicine, Centellex harnesses the remarkable regenerative properties of Centella asiatica to restore healthy-looking skin. Rich in triterpenes including asiaticoside, madecassic acid, and asiatic acid, Centellex helps stimulate collagen synthesis, strengthen the skin barrier, and visibly reduce signs of aging. It calms irritated and sensitive skin while improving hydration and resilience, making it an ideal ingredient for anti-aging serums, barrier repair creams, after-sun care, and sensitive skin formulations.

INCI
Extrato de Centella Asiatica
Teor bioativo
Four standardized triterpene blends
Forma do produto
Powder
Origem
Ethically sourced from Madagascar

Ancient Roots in Health and Skincare

Centella asiatica, also known as Gotu Kola, has been revered for centuries in traditional Indian and Chinese medicine. In India, this herb has been a staple of Ayurvedic practices, where it is used to promote wound healing, improve skin elasticity, and calm inflammation. Similarly, in Chinese medicine, Centella is celebrated for its ability to cool heat, detoxify the body, and restore skin vitality. These cultures recognized its potency long before modern skincare brought it into the spotlight.

The Rise of K-Beauty and Centella's Popularity

The global K-beauty wave has revolutionized the skincare industry, introducing innovative products that emphasize hydration, calming ingredients, and multi-step routines. Centella asiatica, often labeled as “Cica” in these formulations, has become a cornerstone ingredient in K-beauty's soothing skincare products. From lightweight gels to nourishing creams, these products cater to sensitive and acne-prone skin, gaining immense popularity for their gentle yet effective formulations.

Premium Products Featuring Centella Asiatica

The appeal of Centella asiatica has translated into luxury skincare lines that are sold at premium prices globally. Brands like La Roche-Posay's Cicaplast Baume B5 and Dr. Jart+ Cicapair™ Tiger Grass Cream are prime examples of Cica-infused products. These items, often marketed as skin-soothing and repairing solutions, highlight the herb's effectiveness.

The Benefits of Centella Asiatica

Centella asiatica offers many benefits, such as skin repair, anti-ageing, skin conditioning, anti-acne, skin brightening, anti-irritant, reduced inflammation, and a strengthened skin barrier. For consumers, this means healthier skin and a more resilient complexion — a combination that embodies the essence of holistic skincare.

Aplicações

  • Anti-aging serums
  • Barrier repair creams
  • After-sun care
  • Sensitive skin formulations
  • Healing balms
  • Scar treatments

Benefícios

Skin repair

Supports wound healing and visible recovery of stressed or damaged skin.

Collagen support

Triterpenes including asiaticoside, madecassic acid, and asiatic acid help stimulate collagen synthesis.

Barrier strengthening

Improves hydration and resilience for a more robust skin barrier.

Soothing & anti-irritant

Calms irritated, sensitive, and acne-prone skin while reducing inflammation.

Brightening

Selected terpene blends support skin brightening and a more even complexion.

Produtos

Four bioactive blends are available. The right blend may be chosen based on desired benefits.

ProdutoINCI / CompositionBenefíciosAplicaçõesUse levels
Genins90.0% total genins (sum of Asiatic acid & Madecassic acid)Wound healing, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, collagen synthesisSkin repair, soothing treatments, anti-aging0.1–0.5%
Asiaticoside95% AsiaticosideCollagen synthesis, skin barrier repairAnti-aging, scar treatments0.1–1.0%
Selected Terpenes (TECA)Asiaticoside 36–44%; Genins (Asiatic & Madecassic acids) 54–66%Antioxidant, antimicrobial, brighteningAcne control, skin brightening0.1–1.0%
Centella Triterpenes40% triterpene glycosides: Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic AcidRepair, hydration, anti-agingHealing balms, moisturizers0.1–0.5%

Formulation guidelines

SolventGeninsAsiaticosideTECACentella Triterpenes
MethanolSoluble with sonicationSoluble with sonicationSoluble with sonicationSoluble with sonication
1,4-DioxaneInsolubleSoluble at 90°CInsolubleInsoluble
Dipropylene glycolSoluble at 90°CSoluble with sonicationSoluble at 90°CSoluble at 90°C
Propylene glycolSoluble with sonicationSoluble with sonicationSoluble at 90°CSoluble with sonication
DMSOSoluble with sonicationSoluble with sonicationSoluble with sonicationSoluble with sonication
  • The raw material is sourced ethically from Madagascar.

Transferências

Descarregue o portefólio de bioativos NatureIQ e o folheto do produto quando disponível.

Próximo passo

Pedir amostra

Peça uma amostra de I&D de Centellex e a nossa equipa técnica seguirá com opções de embalagem, orientação de uso e dados de suporte.