Centella asiatica, also known as Leigon root, copperhead, horsetail, is the whole herb of Centella asiatica in the Umbelliferae family. The main active ingredients of Centella asiatica whole herb are Centella asiatica glycosides, Hydroxy Centella asiatica glycosides, Centella asiatica acid and Hydroxy Centella asiatica acid. Centella asiatica extract can be used in anti-aging skin care products, scar repair, acne cosmetics, supplements for dry and sensitive skin, and moisturizing cosmetics.
Main components of Centella asiatica extract
Centella asiatica extract contains a variety of triterpenoids of alpha-alcoholic type, including Centella asiatica glycosides, senkurin, hydroxy Centella asiatica glycosides, bergamotide, etc. The whole herb mainly contains triterpene acids and triterpene saponins. The triterpenes include Centella asiatica, Hydroxy Centella asiatica and Betulinic acid, etc. The triterpene saponins are cumene, hydroxy cumene, and lordosis triglycoside. The main active ingredients of Centella asiatica extract used in cosmetics are Centella asiatica, Hydroxy Centella asiatica, Centella asiatica and Hydroxy Centella asiatica, etc.
The efficacy of Centella asiatica extract
1、Anti-inflammatory
In many first aid soothing, anti-allergy products can be seen in the figure of Centella asiatica extract, mainly because of the anti-inflammatory effect brought by this aventurine grass. It can reduce the production of pre-inflammatory mediators, so as to improve the repair ability of the skin’s own barrier, to prevent skin immune dysfunction resulting in skin problems.
2、Repair
The extract of Centella asiatica can promote collagen synthesis and new angiogenesis in the body, stimulate the growth of granulation and other important role, because of the natural origin so called “plant collagen”, help wound healing, which is why the tiger will roll in Centella asiatica treatment.
Centella Asiatica glycosides not only shorten wound healing time, but also reduce skin hardness and promote metabolism. So when added to skin care products it is also an invaluable repairer, perfect for repairing damaged skin.
3、Anti-bacterial
Centella asiatica extract contains Centella asiatica and Hydroxy Centella asiatica, active saponins that acidify the cytoplasm of plant cells, producing antibacterial activity that protects the plant itself against mold and yeast.
Experiments have shown that Centella asiatica extract has a certain inhibitory effect on Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, Acinetobacter, etc. Folklore has also been reported with freshly washed Centella asiatica pounded on the affected area to treat furuncles. The extract of Centella asiatica is also commonly used in the treatment of acne, the gospel of acne skin students ha picture.
4, hydration / soothing / anti-aging
The extract of Centella asiatica not only promotes the synthesis of collagen I and III, but also promotes the secretion of mucopolysaccharides (such as the synthesis of hyaluronic acid). When we talked about hyaluronic acid, we also talked about the benefits of mucopolysaccharide for skin, which not only increases the water retention of skin, but also activates and renews skin cells, making the skin soothing, firm and shiny.
On the other hand, a researcher through cDNA alignment test also found that this activation effect of Centella asiatica extract can act on the fibroblast gene, to enhance the vitality of skin cells in the basal layer, to maintain skin elasticity and firmness, but also smooth the face of fine wrinkles.
5、Antioxidant
Centella asiatica extract also has a good antioxidant effect, can inhibit free radical activity, lighten melanin deposition, improve skin blood circulation, renew skin cell regeneration, help refine and brighten the skin.
Note: The potential effects and applications described in this article are taken from published literature.
Post time: Jun-15-2023