Ingredient dictionary

Centella Asiatica Extract

Also listed as: Gotu Kola, Indian Pennywort, Tiger Grass

A plant extract made from Centella asiatica, a small herb with fan-shaped leaves, used mainly to soothe and calm the skin. It is on the label of 22 products in our library. Checked against our library November 6, 2026.

What Centella Asiatica Extract does

Soothes skin that feels irritated
Adds gentle hydration to formulas
Helps skin feel more comfortable

Centella asiatica is a small, creeping herb that grows in warm, damp parts of Asia and other tropical regions. It has a long history in traditional herbal practices. The extract is made by drawing out the plant's compounds in a liquid solvent. Its calming reputation comes largely from plant compounds called triterpenes.

Formulators add it to moisturizers, serums, and toners, especially those aimed at sensitive skin. You will also find it in some hair color and acne products, where it helps keep the formula feeling gentler. It blends easily and leaves a soft, non-greasy feel. Some people notice a faint herbal scent.

Good for

Suits most skin types, especially sensitive, dry, or easily irritated skin and anyone wanting calming ingredients.

Frequently asked questions

Is Centella Asiatica Extract good for sensitive skin?

It is often chosen for sensitive skin because it is known for soothing. It does not replace a gentle routine, but it can make a formula feel more comfortable. If your skin reacts to a product, stop using it and check with a doctor or dermatologist.

Can you use Centella Asiatica Extract every day?

Most people can use it daily, since it is a common ingredient in everyday moisturizers and serums. Start with one product and watch how your skin responds over a week or two. If redness, stinging, or itching appears, stop and switch to something simpler.