Ingredient intelligence

Centella Asiatica

Calms visible redness and supports skin recovery.

Primary concern: Redness
Category: Soothing
Routine use: AM / PM

Ingredient intelligence

Meet the ingredient

Centella asiatica is a soothing botanical traditionally used across Asia and one of the most iconic ingredients in Korean skincare. Also known as Cica or Tiger Grass, it contains active compounds such as madecassoside, asiaticoside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid.

These components help comfort stressed skin, support its natural recovery process and reinforce a healthy-looking skin barrier.

Why TOTOKA selects it

Centella asiatica combines soothing and barrier-supporting benefits without feeling heavy on the skin. It is especially valuable for sensitive, blemish-prone or overworked complexions that need comfort rather than another intensive active.

Its versatility makes it easy to introduce into almost any skincare routine.

INGREDIENT SNAPSHOT

What it brings to your skin

The essential information, without the ingredient overload.

Centella asiatica helps reduce the appearance of redness and soothe visible signs of irritation. By supporting the skin’s natural recovery process, it also helps strengthen a compromised barrier and improve overall resilience.

With consistent use, stressed skin can appear calmer, smoother and more balanced.

Targeted support
A focused benefit for a balanced, results-oriented routine.
Skin compatibility
Designed to integrate naturally into intelligent skincare layering.
Routine versatility
Works across simple and advanced Korean skincare routines.

Ingredient pairings

Works beautifully with

Ceramide

Ingredient profile Replenishes essential lipids and strengthens the skin barrier. Explore ingredient

Hyaluronic Acid

Ingredient profile A hydration-focused ingredient that helps attract and hold moisture, leaving the skin looking plumper, smoother and more refreshed. Explore ingredient

Niacinamide

Ingredient profile A brightening and barrier-supporting ingredient that helps balance the look of uneven tone, pores and excess oil. Explore ingredient

Routine placement

Where it fits

Centella asiatica can be used morning and evening in toners, essences, serums, moisturisers and masks. Apply products from the lightest to the richest texture and follow the individual product instructions.

During the day, complete your routine with broad-spectrum sunscreen.