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Botanical Extract · Aqueous Hydroglycerin · 5% Loading

Centella Asiatica Extract

Centella Asiatica Leaf/Stem Extract · 5% aqueous hydroglycerin stock

Pentacyclic triterpene saponins from Centella asiatica at fixed 5% loading in aqueous hydroglycerin stock. Published work links asiaticoside and madecassoside to TGF-β/Smad collagen support and NF-κB-associated erythema calming - water-phase compatible in our preserved INCI extract, not a supplier-branded cica SKU.*

  • Fixed 5% Centella Asiatica Leaf/Stem Extract in Water + Propanediol + Glycerin Extract or Hydroglycerin Extract base
  • Four preservation systems - 8 recipes total, all made-to-order
  • COA + SDS + TDS per base/preservative variant · 500 g to 17 kg
Base: Water + Propanediol + Glycerin Extract Full composition
Preservation: Linatural MBS-4 INCI breakdown
Aqueous stock with water, propanediol, and glycerin carrying 5% botanical extract. Balanced humectancy with propanediol solubilization - default for cica serums and toners. Preserved with Linatural MBS-4 at 2%.
Target pH
4.5 – 5.1
Shelf life (RT · cold)
12–18 mo · 18–24 mo
Final INCI deck (this stock, ordered by %)
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Centella Asiatica Leaf/Stem Extract, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzoic Acid
Size: 500 g Formulation guide
1
Botanical cica
Triterpene-rich extract
COA & SDS
Every batch
Cosmetic grade
Aqueous hydroglycerin
Specifications

Everything you need on the technical data sheet.

INCI Name
Centella Asiatica Leaf/Stem Extract
Common names
Cica · Gotu kola · Tiger grass
Loading
5% extract in hydroglycerin stock
Solubility
Aqueous / water phase
Appearance
Amber to brown aqueous fluid
pH (bulk material)
4.5 – 5.1
Add at
Cool-down < 40–45 °C
Shelf Life
12–18 mo RT · 18–24 mo refrigerated
Centella asiatica botanical extract - cica hydroglycerin stock Centella asiatica · Madecassoside / asiaticoside triterpenes
The extract

The cica botanical behind K-beauty barrier stories.

Centella asiatica is known in herbal tradition as gotu kola and tiger grass, and in modern cosmetics as cica - a supplier marketing shorthand, not an INCI name. Formulate Labs ships Centella Asiatica Leaf/Stem Extract in our own preserved hydroglycerin stock; we do not sell or represent supplier-branded cica SKUs.*

Dual mechanism: Asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, and madecassic acid support type I/III collagen and hyaluronic-acid appearance via TGF-β/Smad signaling while modulating NF-κB-associated pathways linked to visible erythema calming - the science behind modern cica serums, creams, and post-treatment leave-ons.*

Use levels: Dose 0.5% to 5.0% of this 5% hydroglycerin stock in finished formulas (0.025% to 0.25% extract as-is) - 0.5–2.0% for daily moisturizers, 3.0–5.0% for intensive serums.*

Market context: Premium suppliers position green-fractionated centella for anti-aging and microcirculation claims; APAC innovators lead with purified TECA for rapid barrier-support cica therapy. Formulators commonly pair centella with panthenol, ceramides, or hyaluronic acid for multi-functional soothing decks.*

Pricing context: Public B2B quotes for standardized liquid hydroglycerin centella are sparse; wholesale powder benchmarks span roughly $30–$150+/kg depending on triterpene titration. Our 500 g sample is priced below 1 kg at a higher per-gram rate for R&D-sized runs.*

We ship a fixed 5% extract blend with selectable preservation - ready to meter into water-phase formulas at the use rates in the formulation guide below.*

5%
Fixed extract loading
2
Hydroglycerin bases
4
Preservation options
Aqueous
Water-phase compatible
Ingredient deck assessment

What this material is and isn’t.

Botanical
Leaf/stem extract; pentacyclic triterpene saponins
Aqueous stock
Hydroglycerin carrier; water phase
Cruelty-free
No animal testing in our process
Cosmetic grade
For professional formulation use

These attributes are assessments based on the ingredient deck and the supplier information available to us. They are not third-party certifications. Trade names (cica, gotu kola, tiger grass) are cited for formulator context only - our product is the INCI extract in our suspension, not a supplier-branded cica active.

Made to Order

Built fresh on our robotic platform.

Every lot is produced to order in our AI-powered robotic factory. Nothing sits on a warehouse shelf going stale - you get a date-of-manufacture-fresh batch every time.

01
Order placed
You pick a size and quantity. We confirm specs against your formulation if you have one.
02
Robotic production
Your inputs go in. We process, blend, and fill sealed packaging - all inside our AI-powered robotic factory.
03
Batch QC + COA
Every batch is tested for actives, pH, micro, and appearance. A batch-specific COA, SDS, and TDS ship with the order.
Why formulators reach for it

Science-backed cosmetic positioning.

Barrier hydration & TEWL support*
Clinical work (PMID 40682399) links centella-containing leave-on products to reduced visible facial redness, lower transepidermal water loss, and improved barrier tolerance in sensitive skin.
Erythema-calming appearance*
Triterpenoid actives are cited for modulating NF-&kappa;B-associated inflammatory signaling - cosmetic soothing and even-toned complexion positioning, not drug anti-redness claims.
Collagen-matrix & HA support*
Asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, and madecassic acid appear in literature on TGF-&beta;/Smad-pathway support for type I/III collagen and hyaluronic acid - firm, smooth, hydrated appearance in serums and creams.
Post-treatment recovery stories*
Randomized work (PMID 32310680) reports accelerated visible recovery and reduced erythema after cosmetic laser resurfacing - useful for post-procedure and compromised-skin leave-on positioning.

* Structure/function statements based on published cosmetic in-vitro studies. Not evaluated for, and not intended to, diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Published research

Peer-reviewed literature for due diligence.

Centella Asiatica Leaf/Stem Extract is documented in cosmetic peptide/protein literature. These are independent, third-party papers we link for formulators evaluating mechanism, tolerability, and published panel data. We did not conduct this research and do not guarantee replication in your finished formula.

Review
See PubMed record

See linked PubMed record

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Peer-reviewed reference cited in Deep Research evidence brief.

Review
See PubMed record

See linked PubMed record

See journal record

Peer-reviewed reference cited in Deep Research evidence brief.

Review
See PubMed record

See linked PubMed record

See journal record

Peer-reviewed reference cited in Deep Research evidence brief.

These citations are provided for informational and formulation-research purposes only. Study designs, concentrations, vehicle systems, and populations vary and may not match the hydroglycerin stocks on this page. Published results do not constitute FDA or EU cosmetic claim substantiation for your brand. Always review the primary literature and consult your regulatory counsel before making structure/function statements on finished products.

Composition

What’s in this hydroglycerin stock.

Bulk composition at fixed 5% Centella Asiatica Leaf/Stem Extract loading. Base carrier components scale proportionally when preservative is added; extract stays at 5%. Updates dynamically when you change base or preservation above. Full CAS disclosure is on the SDS/TDS for the selected variant (FL-CAE-W1-MBS4-5PCT-001).

Water · 58.737% Propanediol · 24.474% Glycerin · 9.789% Centella Asiatica Leaf/Stem Extract · 5% Linatural™ MBS-4 · 2%
Water
CAS7732-18-5
Solvent
58.737%
Propanediol
CAS504-63-2
Humectant / solubilizer
24.474%
Glycerin
CAS56-81-5
Humectant carrier
9.789%
Centella Asiatica Leaf/Stem Extract
CAS84696-21-9
Active botanical extract (triterpene-rich)
5%
Linatural MBS-4
Multifunctional preservative
2%
Inside Linatural MBS-4
Propanediol
CAS504-63-2
1.7%
Ethylhexylglycerin
CAS70445-33-9
0.2%
Benzoic Acid
CAS65-85-0
0.1%
Formulation guide

Built for chemists who sweat the details.

Typical use rate (this stock)
0.5% – 5.0% of this 5% hydroglycerin stock in finished formula (delivers approximately 0.025% – 0.25% extract as-is; 0.5–2.0% for daily moisturizers, 3.0–5.0% for intensive serums)
pH compatibility
4.5 – 5.1 (stock target; finished-formula pH window 4.5 – 7.0 per stability data)
Solubility
Water-soluble - aqueous phase, hydroglycerin, and propanediol-enhanced bases
Temperature
Moderately stable during emulsification; add during cool-down below 40–45 °C; store bulk cool, dry, and shielded from direct UV
Incompatibilities
Extreme low-pH systems (concentrated AHA/BHA peels, L-ascorbic acid) that stress glycosylated triterpenes; highly astringent essential oils that counteract soothing positioning
Pairs well with
Panthenol, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, bisabolol, our Sea Kelp Bioferment, peptides
Self-preserving
Yes - 2% Linatural MBS-4. Boost preservation per your finished-formula needs

Documentation

SDS + TDS are issued per base and preservative combination. Links swap when you change selections above. COA is batch-specific and ships with the order.

Need something different?
Custom extract loading, alternate carriers, bulk sizing, or a regulatory packet - reach out and we’ll quote.
Compliance & safety

The fine print, in plain English.

What it’s for
Cosmetic raw material for water-phase skincare - cica serums, barrier creams, calming toners, and post-treatment leave-on care at the use rates in the formulation guide. Not a finished consumer product.
Claims guidance
Cosmetic structure / function language only. Appropriate positioning includes barrier-support appearance, calming/redness-reduction, and antioxidant cosmetic stories. Do not make therapeutic claims (treats eczema, heals wounds/burns, prescription drug claims). Trade names (cica, gotu kola, tiger grass) are context only - we sell the INCI extract, not supplier-branded cica SKUs.
Storage
  • Store tightly closed, protected from light and heat.
  • Refrigeration optional for extended shelf life per TDS.
  • Aqueous botanical - monitor for color shift over time.
Regulatory
  • Finished-product INCI lists components in descending order per the selected variant deck.
  • Cosmetic function: skin conditioning agent, antioxidant.
  • Full blend composition disclosed on SDS/TDS (FL-CAE series).
  • Compatible with FDA cosmetic regulations and EU 1223/2009 for intended cosmetic use when properly incorporated.
Handling
Water-soluble botanical extract - moderately stable during emulsification; add below 40–45 °C. Avoid extreme low-pH co-formulation with concentrated acids. Store bulk cool, dry, and shielded from direct UV. Patch-test finished formulations per standard cosmetic protocol.
Questions
Documentation, regulatory, or custom sizing - email materials@formulatelabs.ai.

Statements contained on this page (including any marked with *) have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This product is a cosmetic raw material and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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