Centella asiatica root extract

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AKA: Indian pennywort, Hydrocotyl
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Not Clean
Centella Asiatica Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae
Family
Apiaceae (Carrot/Parsley family)
Plant Part
Root
Lifeform
Perennial
Climate
Subtropical or tropical
CAS #
84696-21-9
Form
Liquid
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
The root portion of Centella asiatica, traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for circulatory support and skin healing. Less commonly documented than leaf extracts but part of the plant's holistic historical use.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Sensitivity
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR