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Gotu kola powder (Centella Asiatica)
Price range: 10,81 € through 81,25 €
INCI: Centella Asiatica Powder / Centella Asiatica Leaf Powder
Family: Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)
Part of the plant: leaf and aboveground parts
Origin: Asia (India, Sri Lanka, China), Madagascar
Recommended concentration: 2-5%
Centella is known for its triterpene saponins, especially: Asiaticoside, Madecassoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassic acid
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Description
In addition, it contains:
- flavonoids
- phytosterols
- polysaccharides
- amino acids
In the cosmetic industry, it is most often used:
- standardized extract (e.g. titrated to 40% triterpenes)
- CO2 extract
- Aqueous, glycolic extract or macerate (in various vegetable oils)
- powder (micronized)
Reparative action: accelerates epithelization, helps with skin damage, and is most often used for acne scars, minor skin damage and sensitive skin
Anti-inflammatory effect: reduces erythema, soothes reactive skin.
Antioxidant action: neutralizes free radicals and helps protect against oxidative stress
Use of powder in cosmetics
Gotu kola powder is a raw plant material that is less concentrated than the extract and less controlled in strength
Advantages:
- natural and “whole plant” approach
- suitable for DIY formulations
- can be used in masks and macerates
Centella is especially good for:
- barrier repair creams
- post-procedure treatments
- soothing serums
- products for sensitive skin
- anti-aging products
- anti-stretch mark products
- scalp products (microcirculation)
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