Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola)

Centella asiatica (Gotu Kola) is a well known herb traditionally used in the treatment of skin damage as well as for circulatory enhancement. This is a specialized extraction employed for the concentration of the active constituents for enhanced therapeutic benefits to the skin.

Centella asiatica (Gotu Kola) has been shown to have many healing attributes acting as a general tonic for overall skin and circulatory health. When applied topically it's been shown to speed the healing of damaged tissues and to minimize scarring.

Centella asiatica (Gotu Kola) is rich in saponins which are well known for their beneficial connective tissue impact where they stimulate skin repair and strengthen hair and nails. This activity is dramatic enough to improve the look of cellulite and other skin imperfections.

Centella asiatica's (Gotu Kola) positive effect on connective tissue supports it's application in anti-aging cosmetics. Most of the signs of aging skin can be traced back to two conditions; the breakdown of the skin's natural moisture barrier and weakened collagen bundles. The addition of Centella asiatica (Gotu Kola) to your anti-aging skin care treatments can have a dramatic positive impact on the underlying issue of collagen support. The first steps to creating effective anti-aging skin care treatments is improvement of the moisture barrier and providing collagen support. Centella asiatica (Gotu Kola) is one of the most effective natural treatments for anti-aging skin care products where it offers dramatic improvement in general support of the skin's underlying structure ... where healthy skin begins.

ATTRIBUTES

• Cellulite
• Elasticity
• Skin Firmness
• Vascular Tone
• Collagen Synthesis / Stimulation

GUIDELINES

• Add to Cool Down Phase
• Use 2 to 5%

APPLICATIONS

• Anti-Aging Products
• Restructuring Products
• Tone and Tightening Products

SPECIFICATIONS

Appearance:	Amber Non Viscous Liquid
Odor:	Characteristic Plant
Solubility:	Water
Storage:	Cool, Tightly Sealed, Protected from Heat / Moisture
Shelf:	24 Months when Properly Stored / Handled
pH:	4.5 - 5.5