centella-asiatica

 

what is it

This plant-derived ingredient is more commonly known as Gotu Kola, Tiger Grass or Indian Pennywort. Centella-asiatica has been used in folk and scientifically-driven medicine for hundreds of years due to its unique healing and intense skin hydrating qualities.

what does it do?

Centella asiatica is somewhat similar to green tea in that it is full of antioxidants and may help protect against ultra-violet radiation. BRAHSTON also uses centella asiatica because it improves cell regeneration and speeds up collagen production.

what do the experts say?

+ The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel

+ EWG Skin Deep® Cosmetics Database

  • SAFETY RATING

    1

    According to EWG, centella-asiatic is rated as a 1 on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the lowest risk to health and 10 being the highest.

+ Paula's Choice Skincare Ingredient Dictionary