CICA Complex (4 components)

SoothingFirmness / AgingBarrier

INCI: Centella Asiatica Extract (Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid)

In short · TL;DR

Category

Plant Extracts

Effect

Purified complex of 4 triterpenoids, wound healing

Concentration

Stock 1-5%

Effect

Purified complex of 4 triterpenoids, wound healing

Mechanism

TGF-β + VEGF modulation + fibroblast activation, full barrier rebuild

Typical concentration

Stock 1-5%

Onset

4 weeks for dramatic sensitive skin stabilization

Cautions

Avoid oral in pregnancy

Evidence & references

Bonté et al., Planta Med. 1994

This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.

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