Centella Asiatica for Sun Damage (Photoaging)
Also called "cica," it calms redness, repairs the skin barrier, and speeds up healing. The go-to for irritated or reactive skin.
Why it works for Sun Damage (Photoaging)
A plant extract whose active compounds (asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid) prompt the skin to make collagen, helping offset the collagen the sun destroys. Lab work shows it protects skin cells from UV stress. Small studies report better hydration and firmness in sun-damaged skin. Use it to support collagen alongside a retinoid; it also calms retinoid irritation.
How Centella Asiatica works
Triterpene-rich botanical that promotes fibroblast collagen synthesis and angiogenesis in wounded skin.
Evidence
4 citations from our ingredient database. Full citation list on the Centella Asiatica ingredient page.
Products with Centella Asiatica in our catalog
These are the catalog products that list Centella Asiatica as a tracked ingredient.
Klairs
Supple Preparation Facial Toner
$22 · Toner
Peach Slices
Snail Rescue Blemish Busting Toner
$14 · Toner
Skin1004
Madagascar Centella Ampoule
$24 · Serum
Origins
Mega-Mushroom Relief & Resilience Advanced Face Serum
$72 · Serum
Klairs
Rich Moist Soothing Serum
$23 · Serum
Purito
Centella Unscented Serum
$20 · Serum