Ingredient
What Is Centella in Korean Skincare?
A beginner-friendly look at cica and how it appears in comfort-focused Korean skincare.
Updated 2026-06-01 · 4 min read
Cica is another common name
Centella Asiatica is often called cica in K-beauty product names and marketing copy.
Look at the surrounding formula
Cica may appear with panthenol, hyaluronic acid, or green tea, but the whole ingredient list matters.
Patch testing still matters
Even gentle-positioned products can be uncomfortable for some people.
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