Ingredient Spotlight

Centella Spotlight

What It Is

An herbal extract also known as Gotu Kola or Cica.

What It Does

Anti-inflammatory, promotes collagen production, speeds skin healing, and strengthens the skin barrier. Popular in calming products for sensitive or acne-prone skin.

What You’ll See On The Label

Organic Centella Asiatica Extract, Gotu Kola Extract

Find It In

Matcha & Ginseng Replenishing Cleanser, Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Acid Serum, Multi-Peptide Moisturizer.

Key Benefits of Centella Spotlight

Calms visible irritation and reduces redness

Strengthens the skin barrier and supports recovery

Provides antioxidant protection and defends against environmental stress

About Our Formulas

Also known as gotu kola, it's often paired with niacinamide, ceramides, or hyaluronic acid to create restorative, sensitive-skin-friendly formulas. Find it featured in several of our soothing creams, calming toners, and barrier-repair serums designed for compromised skin or sensitive complexions.

Marketing Considerations

Spotlight cica, gotu kola, or centella for sensitive skin and barrier repair

Position as a plant-based soothing and recovery ingredient

Use calming and reparative claims in product storytelling

Manufacturing & Formulation

Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of soothing and recovery-focused formulations including serums, toners, creams, and masks

Synergy: Pairs effectively with niacinamide, ceramides, panthenol, and hyaluronic acid for enhanced barrier support and calming benefits

Scalability: Available for small-batches through large-scale manufacturing runs to support brand growth

The Science of Centella Spotlight

  1. Contains triterpenoid compounds that support skin repair
  2. Enhances microcirculation to promote nutrient delivery and renewal
  3. Helps calm inflammation and visibly reduce redness and sensitivity
  4. Works synergistically with niacinamide, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid to strengthen the skin barrier

An adaptogenic botanical known for its skin-healing and soothing properties, often labeled as Cica or Gotu Kola.

It restores lipid balance and supports moisture retention through enhanced ceramide production.

Soothing toners, recovery creams, serums for barrier repair, and more.

Panthenol, niacinamide, ceramides, and peptides for complete barrier repair and soothing synergy.

Yes, together they form a complete repair complex supporting collagen, hydration, and barrier strength.

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