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Not only is it a familiar vegetable in Vietnamese cuisine , pennywort is also a popular ingredient in many high-end cosmetic lines, thanks to its many wonderful uses for the skin and health.
Let's explore in detail the beauty effects of pennywort, the reason why this herb is considered the "green gem" of modern skin.
1. The main ingredients in gotu kola are beneficial for the skin.
The keyword that has been “shaking” the beauty community, especially Korean-style skin care enthusiasts, is no longer hyaluronic acid or vitamin C, but gotu kola, with the scientific name centella asiatica, often abbreviated as “cica” in the names of some products.
Gotu kola is a plant antioxidant native to Asia that has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties, making it a sought-after ingredient in skincare routines.
The essence of this plant has an immediate soothing effect on the skin and can even promote the growth of new skin cells. And not only that, many studies have shown that gotu kola is an effective treatment for redness, especially suitable for sensitive skin, irritated skin.
2. The effects of pennywort in beauty care
You can absolutely use pennywort as a natural beauty ingredient every day at home. Here are some benefits of pennywort in facial care:
Soothes skin, effective anti-inflammatory
Gotu kola is a great choice for sensitive, easily irritated or damaged skin: Helps soothe symptoms of redness, itching, sunburn after dermatological treatments such as laser, peel, and microneedling. Reduces acne inflammation thanks to its natural antibacterial properties. Especially suitable for skin with eczema, atopic dermatitis or skin easily irritated by cosmetics. Moisturizes and maintains the skin's protective barrier
Centella Asiatica extract has the ability to retain water and deeply moisturize, making the skin soft and supple: Increases the production of endogenous hyaluronic acid, helping the skin to effectively hydrate without causing stickiness. Improves the skin's protective barrier by promoting collagen and lipid production, helping the skin to fight against harmful environmental agents. 
Supports acne treatment and prevents scarring
Gotu kola is one of the few natural ingredients that can treat acne and fade scars gently but effectively. It helps reduce inflammatory acne, pustules, and red pimples thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties and soothes damaged skin. Increases collagen and elastin synthesis, helping the skin regenerate and fill in acne scars. Reduces the formation of melanin, thereby fading post-acne dark spots.
Anti-aging - natural collagen production
With the ability to stimulate collagen production, gotu kola helps maintain elasticity and slow down the aging process of the skin: Reduces wrinkles, improves skin firmness and smoothness. Protects skin structure from the harmful effects of sunlight and air pollution. When combined with active ingredients such as retinol or vitamin C, gotu kola extract also increases the ability to restructure the skin.
Purify the body, support beauty from within
Not only used on the skin, pennywort juice is also a popular method of beautifying from the inside: Cooling, purifying the liver - the organ that directly affects the skin. Helps brighten the skin, reduce acne caused by hot liver, accumulated toxins. Antioxidant and slows down the aging process of cells from the inside.
Note: Should drink 2-3 times/week in moderate amount (200-300ml/day) to avoid causing cold stomach or low blood pressure.
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Applications in modern cosmetics
Thanks to its outstanding advantages, Centella Asiatica Extract has become the "star" ingredient in a series of skin care products such as acne treatment cream, skin recovery serum (Innisfree, Some By Mi, Skin1004); Centella mask, soothing moisturizing toner (A'Pieu, Cosrx, Caryophy...); skin recovery sunscreen, especially for weak skin after treatment.
You can make your own fresh pennywort mask by pureeing pennywort + unsweetened yogurt + a few drops of honey. Apply for 15 minutes, 2-3 times a week to feel your skin fresh, reduce acne and have a more even skin tone./.
According to VNA
Source: https://baothanhhoa.vn/rau-ma-than-duoc-tu-thien-nhien-cho-lan-da-khoe-dep-253589.htm
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