soothing K-beauty hero
Centella Asiatica · 병풀
INCI: Centella Asiatica Extract
Also known as: Cica · Gotu Kola · Tiger grass · 병풀 추출물 · 센텔라
What it is
Centella Asiatica is a botanical extract used in K-beauty as a hero soothing and barrier-supporting ingredient. The plant is rich in triterpenoid compounds (asiaticoside, madecassic acid, madecassoside) that calm visible redness, reinforce a compromised barrier, and support post-procedure recovery. It is suitable for daily use across most skin types.
한국어 설명
시카(병풀)는 K-뷰티의 대표적인 진정·장벽 보호 성분이다. 아시아티코사이드·마데카쏘사이드 등 트리테르페노이드 계열 성분이 풍부해 자극받은 피부를 가라앉히고, 손상된 장벽을 회복시키며, 시술 후 회복기에 자주 사용된다. 대부분의 피부 타입에 데일리로 사용 가능하다.
Best for
- sensitive skin
- redness
- post-procedure recovery
- compromised barrier
Pairs well with
- Madecassoside
- Niacinamide
- Panthenol
- Beta-Glucan
- Ceramides
Products with Centella Asiatica (622)
Catalog matches ranked by data completeness and reviews.
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SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule 100ml -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream 20ml -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 200ml -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Enrich Cream 50ml -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Intensive Ampoule 95ml -
B_LABB : Lab Matcha Hydrating Foam Cleanser 120ml -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Essense Toner 210ml -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule 30ml -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule 30ml -
AnuaAnua Niacinamide 10 TXA 4 Serum 30ml -
UnleashiaUnleashia Sunset Dazzle Gloss Balm 10g -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Intensive Ampoule 50ml -
celimaxcelimax Oil Control Mattifying Sun Stick 19g -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule 50ml -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Lab in Nature Niacinamide 10 Boosting Shot Ampoule 30ml -
numbuzinnumbuzin No.1 Pantothenic B5 Active Soothing Serum 50ml -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam 20ml -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Lab in Nature Retinol 0.2 Boosting Shot Ampoule 30ml -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule 50ml -
B_LABB : Lab CICA Barrier Gentle Morning Cleanser 120ml -
AnuaAnua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum 30ml -
VTVT Reedle Shot 100 50ml -
VTVT Reedle Shot Ex Collagen Modeling Pack 25g -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica B5 Cream 75ml
Related answer guides
- Centella vs Heartleaf: Which Korean Soothing Ingredient Wins A centella vs heartleaf comparison for Korean soothing skincare, with five product picks spanning barrier creams, cleansing oils, and calming sheet masks.
- Best Korean Rice Toners for Sensitive Skin A conservative guide to sensitive-skin Korean toners, flagging that rice extract was not confirmed and recommending ceramide-style barrier picks instead.
- Best Korean Toner Pads 2026: Exfoliating and Soothing A Seoul-informed guide to Korean toner-pad-adjacent soothing toners for sensitive, oily-dehydrated, and radiance-focused routines.
External references
- Centella Asiatica Extract (Explained + Products)
Specific cosmetic ingredient page for cica/centella extract use.
- Centella Asiatica | Skin Care Ingredient Dictionary | Paula's Choice
Adds reputable consumer-facing explanation of centella benefits.
- Centella asiatica
Adds independent botanical background and naming context.
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