Centella Asiatica (Cica) Extract
Botanical name: Centella asiatica · "Cica"
CollagenSynthesis Supported²
SoothingStudied Property
DailyUse Frequency
Mechanism of Action
Centella asiatica contains triterpenoids — including madecassoside and asiaticoside — studied for soothing, redness-calming activity and a role in skin's natural recovery processes.¹²
Research Evidence
Key finding: Systematic reviews of wound-care research link Centella asiatica to increased collagen synthesis, plus stimulation of fibronectin, alongside measurable reductions in inflammatory markers IL-1β, IL-6, and TNFα.¹² These reviews cover wound-care studies, not cosmetic serum trials — cited here for the underlying mechanism, not as a healing claim for this product.
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Redness-Calming | Reduces IL-1β, IL-6, TNFα — calms redness and reactivity.¹ |
| Skin Comfort | Studied for stimulating collagen and fibronectin synthesis.² |
Formulation Rationale
High-concentration mineral filters like our 25% zinc oxide can occasionally feel drying. Cica's soothing, barrier-calming action is specifically included to offset this — a targeted pairing, not a generic soothing add-in.
Usage Protocol
Included at an effective supporting concentration in the Sunscreen; applied with your normal daily SPF routine.
Safety Profile
Generally very well tolerated; allergic contact dermatitis is rare and typically limited to known plant-family sensitivities.
Where You'll Find It
Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 (₹799)
Bottom line: What keeps a 25%-zinc-oxide sunscreen feeling calm on skin rather than reactive.