| Name | Gotu Kola |
| INCI Name | Centella Asiatica |
Gotu Kola is a remarkable herb with numerous benefits for skin health. In Ayurveda, gotu kola is known as Mandukaparni. It has been used since ancient times as a rasayana herb that promotes skin health and delays aging. Gotu kola’s triternene saponins help keep the skin tighter and firmer. Gotu kola’s flavonoids fight free radicals, reducing oxidative stress and signs of aging. It boosts collagen production, crucial for maintaining skin elasticity.
What is Gotu Kola?Gotu Kola, scientifically known as Centella asiatica, is a small, herbaceous flowering plant native to wetlands in Asia. In many cultures, especially in Ayurveda (traditional Indian medicine) and traditional Chinese medicine, it's revered as a "herb of longevity" or "brain herb."
Now, if Gotu Kola is the whole plant, the extract is like getting all its concentrated goodness in a more usable form. This extract contains the most active and beneficial compounds from the plant, primarily a group called triterpenoids, especially asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, and madecassic acid.
The process of getting this powerful extract starts with harvesting plant leaves and sometimes the whole aerial parts. The harvested plant material is carefully dried to remove moisture and preserve the active compounds. The dried plant material is then subjected to a process, often using solvents like water or ethanol, to draw out those beneficial triterpenoids and other compounds. The resulting liquid is then concentrated and sometimes further purified to create a potent extract, which can be in liquid or powdered form.
So, when you see Gotu Kola or Centella asiatica on an ingredient list, especially in products aimed at healing, anti-aging, or soothing, you know you're looking at a truly multi-talented ingredient! For skincare, Gotu Kola extract is a powerhouse because the triterpenoids stimulate collagen production, which is crucial for skin repair and minimizes the appearance of scars. It calms irritated skin, reduces redness, and protects against environmental damage caused by free radicals.
What does Gotu Kola do to your skin?Gotu Kola extract promotes collagen production, which helps heal wounds, reduce scars, and improve skin elasticity for anti-aging benefits. It also acts as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, soothing irritated skin and protecting it from environmental damage.
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