Ingredient glossary
Madecassoside
INCI: Madecassoside · Also: Centella Triterpene, Cica Triterpene
Scent, not skincare
Does Madecassoside clash with what you already use? Check it →This is here for fragrance, which is a common source of irritation and gives your skin no benefit beyond the smell.
What it does
- anti inflammatory
- repair
- anti aging
- barrier support
moderate evidenceClinical trials combining five percent vitamin C with zero point one percent madecassoside show long term improvements in wrinkles hydration elasticity and elastic fiber structure in sun damaged skin.
On a label: usually effective at 0.1-0.3%.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- sensitive
- dry
- compromised barrier
- photoaged
Approach with care
No specific group flagged to avoid it.
- Clogs poresLow
- Irritation riskLow
Plays well with
- vitamin c
- ceramides
- niacinamide
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