If there's one ingredient that defines Korean skincare, it's Centella Asiatica – often abbreviated as Cica on packaging, and known in English as tiger grass. Hardly any K-beauty brand goes without this green classic. Here's what it's all about – and which 4 Centella products suit which needs best.
What Is Centella Asiatica?
Centella Asiatica is a plant native to Asia, whose extract has been used in traditional skincare for centuries. The nickname “tiger grass” comes from the legend that tigers would roll in the plant to soothe their fur. In modern K-beauty, Centella is the go-to ingredient for anyone whose skin reacts quickly with irritation or redness – the extract is known for its calming, balancing properties and is considered especially well-tolerated.
Why Everyone's Talking About SKIN1004
The brand SKIN1004 has dedicated itself entirely to Centella – with one distinctive feature: it uses exclusively Centella from Madagascar, where the plant grows far from industry. Its flagship product is the minimalist Madagascar Centella Ampoule: just a few ingredients, water-light texture, suitable for practically every skin type – one of the best-selling K-beauty serums of all time.
Cica Care for Every Step of Your Routine
Base Serum
SKIN1004 Centella Ampoule 30 ml
The classic as your first hydration layer – the perfect entry point at a small price. Once you love it, size up to the large 100 ml bottle.
Discover from €9.58
For Shiny Skin / Enlarged Pores
Poremizing Fresh Ampoule
The fresh variant with a light gel finish – ideal for combination skin and blemish-prone skin with a tendency to shine.
Discover from €14.99
Glow Boost
Centella + Niacinamide 10% Boosting Shot
Combines Cica with the classic niacinamide for an even, radiant complexion.
Discover from €21.95
With Sun Protection
Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF50+
Centella care and UV protection in one step – especially handy as a twin pack for the bathroom and on the go.
Discover from €26.98Who Is Centella Suitable For?
In short: almost everyone. Centella products are the typical entry point into Korean skincare because they're light, gently unscented, and combine easily with other products – also ideal as a calming counterpart to more active ingredients like retinal or acids.
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