Gotu Kola Extract is an active ingredient extracted from the Centella asiatica plant that has a wide range of biological activities and cosmetic benefits. The following is a detailed description of Gotu Kola Extract:
1. Main components and appearance
The main components of Gotu Kola Extract include asiaticoside, hydroxyl asiaticoside, etc. It has a brownish-yellow to white fine powder with a slightly bitter taste.
2. The main effect
Clearing heat and inducing dampness: Gotu Kola Extract can be used clinically to relieve damp-heat jaundice, urinary redness, hot drenching, dysuria and other symptoms.
Detoxification and elimination of swelling: the extract has the effect of detoxification and elimination of swelling, and can be used to relieve the symptoms of fire sores, swelling and pain.
Activating blood circulation and removing blood stasis: Gotu Kola Extract can activate blood circulation and remove blood stasis, and is suitable for relieving symptoms such as bruises, blood stasis, swelling and pain.
Anti-inflammatory and analgesic: It also has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, and can be used to relieve acute soft tissue injuries, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and other symptoms.
Promote wound healing: Gotu Kola Extract can be used clinically to promote the healing of trauma, surgical wounds, burns and other wounds.
3. Cosmetic applications
Firming the skin: Gotu Kola Extract can tighten the epidermis and dermis connecting part, make the skin soft, help solve the phenomenon of skin laxity, make the skin smooth and elastic.
Promote collagen formation: the extract can promote the formation of collagen in the dermis, help fibrous protein regeneration, so as to achieve the effect of skin tightening.
Antimicrobial effect: Gotu Kola Extract has antimicrobial properties that help reduce problems such as skin inflammation and acne.
Antioxidant and sunscreen: While oral Gotu Kola Extract heals wounds faster and reduces vein problems when taken in the bloodstream, its antioxidant and sunscreen effects are equally significant when used topically, helping to protect the skin from UV rays and environmental pollution.
4. Precautions for Use
Allergy Test: For first time users of Gotu Kola Extract, an allergy test is recommended to avoid allergic reactions.
Avoid overdose: When using Gotu Kola Extract, follow the product instructions or the dosage recommended by your doctor to avoid overdose.
Caution for Pregnant Women: Pregnant women should consult a doctor before using Gotu Kola Extract to ensure safety.
Storage conditions: Gotu Kola Extract should be stored in a cool and dry place, protected from light and high temperature to ensure its stability and effectiveness.
5. Product form and application dosage form
Gotu Kola Extract can be used as suppository, lotion, injection, tablet, capsule and other dosage forms, which is convenient for users to choose the appropriate product form for use according to their personal needs and preferences.