Centella asiatica leaf water
AKA “Gotu Kola Leaf Water, Centella Water
Mineral
Ingredient Facts
Centella asiatica leaf water
AKA: Gotu Kola Leaf Water, Centella Water
Mineral · Antioxidant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Humectant
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Mineral
Clean
Centella asiatica leaf water, derived from an ancient Asian plant, soothes and hydrates skin while supporting its natural moisture barrier.
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.
Soothing
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation. Your skin's chill pill — great for sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Quells irritation
Accelerates skin healing
Boosts collagen production
Reduces redness
Traditional Use
An aqueous extract of Centella asiatica leaves, derived from the traditional herb historically steeped or decocted in water for medicinal use. Used in Asian folk medicine and modern skincare for soothing and healing properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Sensitivity
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR