Centella Asiatica, widely known as Cica, is a cornerstone ingredient in Korean skincare. It calms visible redness, supports repair, and strengthens the moisture barrier—perfect for sensitive, reactive, and breakout-prone skin.
Why Cica stands out
Rich in madecassoside, asiaticoside, madecassic and asiatic acid, Centella offers multi-pathway soothing, barrier support, and light hydration without clogging pores.
Key benefits
- Redness relief after active treatments or environmental stress.
- Barrier strengthening for lasting comfort.
- Repair support after blemishes and minor irritation.
- Daily antioxidant care with a feather-light feel.
Who will love it
Ideal for sensitive, redness-prone, combination/oily, and acne-prone skin types. A great anchor in minimalist routines.
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KoreanCare expert picks
Soothing Centella Mask
Creamy or clay-based texture infused with Centella Asiatica to quickly calm visible redness and even out tone. Use on clean, dry skin for 10–15 minutes, then rinse. Suits all skin types, including sensitive.
Barrier-support Centella Serum
Lightweight, high-Centella formula to reduce redness, improve comfort, and aid barrier recovery. Apply morning and/or evening after toner, before moisturizer. Plays well with niacinamide and hyaluronic acid.
Alcohol-free Centella Toner
Refreshing alcohol-free toner that layers beautifully (“7 skins”) and preps the skin without tackiness. Great daily soothing step.
How to build a Cica-first routine
- Cleanser – gentle gel or oil.
- Centella toner – instant calm and hydration.
- Centella serum – targeted barrier support.
- Moisturizer – seal in hydration.
- SPF (AM) – protect your progress.
Pro tip: When skin is irritated, scale back strong actives and use the Centella mask 2–3× weekly.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Stacking too many actives at once.
- Skipping SPF—redness lingers without protection.
- Under-moisturizing—barrier repair slows down.
Bottom line
Centella Asiatica is a dependable first-aid ally for sensitive, reactive skin—delivering calmer, more resilient skin over time.
