Explore the recorded roles of CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT and what they can mean in a cosmetic formula.
Source-function explanation
The panels below interpret this ingredient’s recorded functions. They describe possible contributions, not proven clinical results. Any individually reviewed study is shown separately.
01 / COSMETIC CONTEXT
For skin
CleansingHelps lift or remove soil and excess oil during washing. Mildness depends on the whole cleansing system.
Skin ConditioningA broad skin-conditioning role is recorded. A more specific benefit needs ingredient-level evidence.
SmoothingCan improve the feel or visible smoothness of the skin surface.
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SoothingMay help reduce a feeling of discomfort within a finished cosmetic formula.
02 / COSMETIC CONTEXT
For hair
CleansingCan contribute to removing soil, oil and product residue during washing. This is a cleansing role, not a hair-growth effect.
03 / FORMULATION ROLE
In cosmetics
CleansingHelps remove material from the skin or hair surface during cleansing.
Skin ConditioningUsed to help keep skin in good condition. This broad function does not identify a specific clinical result.
SmoothingHelps improve the smooth feel or surface appearance of skin. This broad cosmetic function does not establish a specific clinical outcome.
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SoothingHelps reduce a feeling of discomfort in a cosmetic context. The function is separate from evidence that a finished product treats a condition.
TonicContributes a toning or refreshing sensory effect in a cosmetic product.
Possible formulation contexts
Examples associated with the recorded function classes; these are not verified product listings or instructions to apply the raw ingredient.
Rinse-off cleansers
Shampoos
Skin-conditioning formulas
Skin-smoothing formulas
Skin-comfort formulas
Refreshing sensory formulas
Read the benefit with the formula.
Ingredient form, concentration, pH, delivery system and contact time can change the result. A skin finding does not establish a hair benefit; a conditioning or fibre result does not establish hair growth.
Centella Asiatica Extract is the extract of the whole plant Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae
European Commission · source text, with formatting normalised · CC BY 4.0
Source ingredient name
CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT
CAS identifier(s)
84696-21-9
EC identifier(s)
283-640-5
Other source names / search aliases
No additional names recorded
CAS and EC identifiers are source references. A botanical extract, polymer or mixture may have more than one identifier; a name does not establish purity, supplier grade or sourcing.
03 / INSIDE THE FORMULA
What does it do?
Cleansing
Helps remove material from the skin or hair surface during cleansing.
Skin Conditioning
Used to help keep skin in good condition. This broad function does not identify a specific clinical result.
Smoothing
Helps improve the smooth feel or surface appearance of skin. This broad cosmetic function does not establish a specific clinical outcome.
Soothing
Helps reduce a feeling of discomfort in a cosmetic context. The function is separate from evidence that a finished product treats a condition.
Tonic
Contributes a toning or refreshing sensory effect in a cosmetic product.
Functions describe possible roles in a formulation. They do not establish the performance of every product containing this ingredient.
04 / READ THE LABEL
Match the complete name.
Look for the complete name CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT. Similar words, derivatives and salts can refer to different ingredients.
A label usually does not tell you the supplier grade, extraction method or exact concentration of each ingredient. An individual ingredient cannot reveal the overall behaviour of a finished formula.
Expanded Beaut.in explanation in progress
This entry currently documents source identity and functions. Ingredient-specific efficacy studies, sensitisation context and India-specific restrictions still need an editorial review.
05 / EVIDENCE & REGULATORY CONTEXT
Keep the context in view.
India
Applicable Cosmetics Rules and standards need to be checked for the ingredient, product type and use. Ingredient-specific restrictions have not yet been mapped here.
European Union
CosIng records do not authorise use. Check the current Cosmetics Regulation and annexes for restrictions and conditions.
United States
FDA guidance has a US scope. Product classification, colour additives and other ingredient conditions require separate checks.
Individual experience
No personalised suitability or allergy assessment is provided. A source function is separate from human efficacy and finished-product testing.
Independent clinical evidence synthesis
Not yet completed
Ingredient safety score
Not assigned
Concentration / exposure limits
Not inferred from the ingredient name
06 / FOLLOW THE REFERENCE
Sources & record history
About this image
Source organism · Centella asiatica · Source-organism reference image; not a photograph of the processed cosmetic ingredient.
Beaut.in explains ingredient information in original language. Source inclusion does not constitute endorsement. Source descriptions and annex-table fields are reproduced with credit to the European Union; formatting is normalised. The current record is a dated snapshot, not a live regulatory monitor. Reuse terms: European Commission · CC BY 4.0 ↗.