INCI name

CENTELLA ASIATICA ROOT EXTRACT

Centella asiatica root extract

An extract of centella roots used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Centella asiatica root extract is an extract of the roots of Centella asiatica, also known as gotu kola or Asiatic pennywort, of the carrot family (Apiaceae). CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums, toners, masks and other skin care products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

It is a different ingredient from Centella asiatica extract or leaf extract, which come from other parts of the plant. The INCI name does not reveal the extraction method.

Functions

Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

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