What are the benefits of CICA (Centella Asiatica) for the skin?

Centella Asiatica, known simply as CICA, is a herb native to the wetlands in Asia that has been valued for centuries and has a long history of use in Chinese medicine. Traditionally used for its soothing properties and has rapidly become a skincare staple, celebrated globally for its unique ability to visibly comfort and enhance the skin’s appearance. This renowned botanical offers a gentle yet powerful approach to achieving a soft, smooth, and resilient-looking complexion. It is gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin types.

What is CICA?

Also known as gotu kola, Indian grass, and tiger grass, CICA has a long history of use. Legend has it that tigers are known to rub plants with their wounds, giving it the nickname “tiger grass.”

CICA also contains antioxidant properties and is known for its ability to visibly soothe the skin, which is why it has become one of the most popular ingredients alongside Vitamin C and Hyaluronic Acid.

What are the Cosmetic Benefits of CICA in skincare?

Cica is a multi-tasking powerhouse, delivering focused cosmetic conditioning through these key visible benefits:

Visibly Calms and Soothes: Cica is famous for its exceptional ability to immediately soothe the look of stressed skin. It manages the visible appearance of surface redness and irritation, leaving the complexion feeling comfortable and balanced.
Antioxidant Defense: Acts as an excellent antioxidant to help the skin’s surface visibly defend and protect against daily environmental stressors like pollution, supporting a maintained, youthful look.
Enhances the Look of Resilience: Rich in beneficial compounds, Cica helps intensely condition the skin’s surface, promoting a more resilient, less reactive appearance against environmental stressors.
Visibly Supports Firmness: By profoundly conditioning the skin, Cica helps support a firmer, smoother look, contributing to a reduction in the visible appearance of fine lines and creases.
Intense Surface Hydration: Cica helps the skin’s surface effectively retain moisture, resulting in a plumped, deeply quenched, and healthy-looking complexion.
Refines Stressed Complexions: Cica helps visibly soothe the surface irritation often associated with active blemish treatments, helping the skin achieve a more balanced and harmonious appearance.

Is CICA suitable for all skin types?

Yes! It can be used by any skin type, especially those prone to sensitivity. CICA helps optimise moisture levels, helping the skin to look more resilient against environmental stressors.

Experience Cica Technology with HD Professional

At HD Professional, we utilise advanced, scientifically-backed ingredients like Cica across our range to deliver performance-driven, visible results. Our commitment is to fusing advanced ingredients with innovative delivery systems to provide you with a noticeably renewed complexion.

We specifically harness Cica’s power through two different delivery concepts: the traditional soothing extract and our cutting-edge Exosome technology.

HD Professional Products Featuring Cica

Look for the soothing, conditioning benefits of Cica in these targeted HD Professional formulas:

Exosome Intensive Revival Essence Ampoule: This formula uses advanced Exosome technology, harnessing potent compounds derived directly from CICA to supercharge visible revitalization.
Advanced Hydrating B5 Serum: Designed to satisfy your skin’s thirst, this serum combines Hyaluronic Acid and CICA to promote a refreshed and revitalized skin appearance.
Advanced Repair Eye Gel: A lightweight gel that uses CICA to visibly soothe and soften the delicate skin around the eye area.
Ultra Firm and Lift Cream: Features CICA to support a firmer, more lifted look through intense surface conditioning.
Soothing Repair Cream: Designed to calm the look of irritated skin and provide rich conditioning with a high concentration of CICA.
Calendula Herbal Treatment Essence: This essence is thoughtfully crafted with CICA and Calendula to offer a gentle sensation and visibly harmonious skin appearance.
Intensive Revival Essence: A highly concentrated essence designed to condition and smooth the skin’s appearance.
Hydrating Mist: Provides a lightweight, refreshing veil of hydration and conditioning with CICA to soothe the look of stressed skin.