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Chemical definition:
The purified extract contains Asiaticoside,
Madecassic and Asiatic acids
Assay: Asiaticoside
not less than 36% and 44% and free genine acids between 54% and 66%
Product Origins:
Extracted from the swamp plant Centella Asiatica
native to Sri Lanka and South Africa this oriental herb has been
used for centuries in both traditional Chinese and Indian medicine.
The Centella Asiatica or Hydrocotyle Asiatica is a sweetish, acrid,
digestible plant belonging to the family of Apiaceae or Umbelliferae
sometimes also named Hydrocotylaceae. Traditional uses for the Centella
plant include as a cover crop in tea and rubber plantations. In
some countries the plant is also eaten, either raw or cooked, in
salads and curries. Use in herbal teas in association with ginseng,
capsicum and meadowsweet is also reported.
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Therapeutic
Applications: Various recognised
dermatological applications including the treatment of skin inflammation
and venous insufficiency, localised inflammation and infection and
post surgery recovery. Centella Asiatica purified triterpenes may
also affect various stages of tissue development including keratinization
(the process of replacing skin after sores or ulcers) and stimulate
the formation of lipids and proteins necessary for healthy skin.
The triterpenes of Centella Asiatica are also reported to be capable
of fixing alanine and proline into the structure of collagen, and
so help promote healing in the treatment of epithelial ulcers, bedsores
and skin disorders.
Recent studies have shown Centella Asiatica
may have a positive effect on the circulatory system and may improve
blood flow throughout the body by strengthening the veins and capillaries.
Centella Asiatica is also quoted in the treatment of phlebitis as
well as leg cramps, swelling of the legs and heaviness or tingling
in the legs (particularly useful for bedridden people) and for treatment
of high blood pressure.
Cosmetic
Applications: Include the formation
of lipids & proteins for healthy skin, anti cellulitis, anti-wrinkle
(eyes & facial), skin tightening properties, skin regenerative,
treatment of acne induced blemishes, rapid renewal of supporting
fibre network, stimulates collagen synthesis and to boost immuno-depressed
skin.
Therapeutical
Categories: Dermatologic, Vasoprotectant,
Post operative scarring
Synonyms:
Gotu Kola extract, Centella Asiatica selected
triterpenes
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