In skincare, there's always a new trending ingredient promising transformation. But few have stood the test of time like Centella Asiatica. Also known as Cica, this humble herb has been used for centuries in traditional medicine—and today, it's a global skincare staple, especially for calming, healing, and revitalizing sensitive or stressed skin.
So what makes Centella Asiatica so powerful? And how has Riman taken it even further with our Incellderm ICD skincare line? Here’s everything you need to know about this green elixir—and why your skin will love it.
What Is Centella Asiatica?
Centella Asiatica (aka Gotu Kola, Indian Pennywort, Tiger Grass, or BYoungPool) is a leafy plant that grows in tropical wetlands across Asia and Africa. It’s been used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine to treat wounds, inflammation, and skin disorders.
Its nickname, Tiger Grass, comes from a fascinating observation—tigers in the wild have been seen rolling in the plant to heal their wounds. That same healing potential is exactly what makes it such a skincare powerhouse today.
At the heart of Centella Asiatica’s benefits are triterpenoid saponins, known as centellosides, including:
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Asiaticoside – Boosts collagen and supports wound healing.
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Madecassoside – A powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.
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Asiatic Acid – Helps regenerate skin and promote elasticity.
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Madecassic Acid – Calms irritation and protects the skin barrier.
These compounds work in harmony to soothe, repair, and restore your skin from within.
Why Centella Asiatica Is So Popular in Skincare
Centella Asiatica has become a hero ingredient for good reason—it's incredibly versatile and gentle, even for sensitive or acne-prone skin.
The Top Benefits of Centella Asiatica Skincare:
Soothes Irritated Skin
Cica is famous for calming redness, irritation, and inflammation. If you have reactive skin, eczema, or rosacea, it can make a noticeable difference.
Speeds Up Healing & Fades Scars
It helps your skin recover faster from breakouts, wounds, or irritation—while also reducing the look of scars and dark marks.
Strengthens the Skin Barrier
Centella Asiatica enhances your skin’s natural defense, locking in moisture and improving resilience over time.
Boosts Collagen (Anti-Aging)
It supports collagen production, which can smooth fine lines and improve skin elasticity.
Protects with Antioxidants
It helps fight environmental stressors like UV rays and pollution, both of which accelerate skin aging.
Deeply Hydrating
Beyond calming, it keeps skin feeling moisturized, plump, and balanced.
How It’s Used in Skincare Routines
Centella Asiatica shows up in almost every type of product—from gentle cleansers to serums, masks, and BB creams. It's especially common in “Cica creams” made to soothe and repair damaged or sensitive skin, but its gentle nature means it works well in daily use for any skin type.
How Riman Took Centella Asiatica to the Next Level
Many skincare brands use Centella Asiatica—but Riman, through our Incellderm ICD line, goes far beyond the standard. Our approach starts with the belief that it’s not just about using good ingredients—it’s about using the best, in the most effective form possible.
The Key Difference: Fresh vs. Dried Centella Asiatica
Most skincare products rely on dried Centella Asiatica extract. While that still offers some benefit, the drying process can break down delicate compounds—reducing the plant’s overall effectiveness.
We use fresh Centella Asiatica. By working with the plant in its raw, natural state, we’re able to preserve its full range of active compounds—especially the sensitive centellosides. It’s the difference between cooking with fresh herbs from your garden versus using dried ones from a jar.
Our Breakthrough: Patented Giant Centella Asiatica
We didn’t stop at using fresh Centella Asiatica—we developed our own patented strain, called Giant Centella Asiatica (aka Giant BYoungPool). This unique version of the plant has been shown in lab studies to contain significantly higher concentrations of asiaticoside and madecassoside—the key compounds responsible for calming inflammation and boosting collagen.
Why Giant Centella Asiatica Works Better:
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More Potent Calming Effect – Ideal for sensitive, red, or reactive skin.
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Faster Healing – Helps fade post-acne marks and scarring more efficiently.
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Enhanced Anti-Aging – Stimulates more collagen for firmer, younger-looking skin.
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Brightening Power – Research suggests Giant BYoungPool helps reduce excess melanin production, making it effective for evening out skin tone and fading dark spots.
How We Cultivate and Extract Our Giant BYoungPool
At Riman, our Centella Asiatica isn’t just high quality—it’s next-level. Riman grows our patented Giant BYoungPool strain on Jeju Island, where the mineral-rich environment helps produce leaves 3–4 times larger than standard Centella. Bigger leaves mean higher levels of antioxidants like polyphenols, which help protect and rejuvenate skin.
We use a Smart Farm system to control every aspect of growth, ensuring purity and consistency from seed to serum. Unlike typical brands, we extract actives from fresh, not dried, plants—preserving the full potency of key compounds.
To boost absorption, we utilize Microfluidizer Technology, reducing ingredients into ultra-fine particles that penetrate deeply for maximum skin benefits. It’s all part of our Intra Cellular Dermatology (ICD) approach—skincare backed by science, powered by nature.
Where You’ll Find Centella Asiatica in ICD Products
Most of our Incellderm ICD formulas are powered by Giant Centella Asiatica, so lets spotlight a few products that displays its healing and rejuvenating power:
Dermatology First Package (Booster + Serum)
Our most iconic duo. The Booster preps your skin with Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, while the Serum delivers a potent blend of actives, deeply penetrating with microfluidizer tech to support repair, calmness, and elasticity.
Dermatology Cream
Rich in our patented Giant BYoungPool and paired with exosomes and amino acid complexes, this cream helps strengthen the barrier, improve texture, and restore a healthy glow.
Calming Balance Gel
Ideal for sensitive or acne-prone skin, this lightweight gel combines Damask Rose Water and Centella Asiatica for an instant soothing, hydrating effect.
Sheer Glow BB
Our BB cream doesn’t just cover imperfections—it treats your skin while you wear it. Infused with Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, it hydrates, soothes, and brightens all day long.
The Bottom Line: Science-Backed Skincare with Centella Asiatica at Its Core
Centella Asiatica has earned its place as a skincare essential. Its natural ability to soothe, heal, hydrate, and protect makes it ideal for anyone looking to improve their skin’s overall health.
Riman has taken this legendary ingredient and made it even more powerful through fresh extraction, advanced technology, and our patented Giant Centella Asiatica. When combined with our commitment to science and innovation, the result is skincare that delivers noticeable, lasting results.
If you're looking to strengthen your skin barrier, reduce inflammation, fade scars, or just bring out your healthiest glow—our Incellderm ICD line offers a complete system that’s powered by nature and perfected by science.
Discover the true potential of Centella Asiatica with Incellderm ICD—and experience what skincare should feel like.
