Source References
[1] Reduction of under-eye wrinkles & “tired eyes”
Lee JH, et al. Anti-wrinkle effects of Centella asiatica extract in human dermal fibroblasts and clinical study. International Journal of Cosmetic Science. 2015;37(3):270–278. PubMed 25688702
[2] Improvement of crepey neck skin & dermal density
Burlando B, Cornara L. Centella asiatica in dermatology: an overview of pharmacological effects. Journal of Ethnopharmacology. 2013;150(1):1–12. PubMed 23973448
[3] Restoration of skin elasticity (“bounce”)
Varani J, et al. Decrease in collagen production in chronologically aged skin. American Journal of Pathology. 2006;168(6):1861–1868. PubMed 16723701
(Shows the role of collagen & elastin loss in reduced skin elasticity)
[4] Medical-grade scar repair & regeneration (since 1970s)
Widgerow AD, et al. Scar management: prevention and treatment strategies. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. 2011;35(3):414–423. PubMed 21344219
(Reviews pharmaceutical creams originally developed for scar remodeling)
[5] Fading of dark spots & old scars
Kim YJ, et al. Effects of Centella asiatica on melanogenesis and skin pigmentation. Phytotherapy Research. 2016;30(3):405–412. PubMed 26645655
[6] Improvement of rough, dry skin texture (hydration & smoothness)
Papakonstantinou E, Roth M, Karakiulakis G. Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging. Dermato-Endocrinology. 2012;4(3):253–258. PubMed 23467390
[7] Topical anti-aging creams vs invasive procedures
Fisher GJ, et al. Topical retinoids and skin rejuvenation. Archives of Dermatology. 1996;132(12):1525–1530. PubMed 8961886
(Demonstrates visible lifting and wrinkle reduction from topical treatments without injections)