Centella asiatica flower/leaf/stem extract
AKA “Hydrocotyl
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Centella asiatica flower/leaf/stem extract
AKA: Hydrocotyl
Extract · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract is the extract of the flowers, leaves and stems of the Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae
Family
Apiaceae (Carrot/Parsley family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Perennial
Climate
Subtropical or tropical
CAS #
84696-21-9
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Quells irritation
Accelerates skin healing
Boosts collagen production
Reduces redness
Traditional Use
Specific plant part extracts from Centella asiatica, a traditional Asian healing herb used historically for wound healing and skin regeneration. Different plant parts were traditionally used together in Ayurvedic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Sensitivity
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR