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Technical Specification Sheet

Centella Asiatica Oil (Gotu Kola Oil)

INCI Name: Centella Asiatica Leaf/Stem Oil
Common Name: Gotu Kola Oil, Centella Oil
Botanical Source: Centella asiatica
Plant Part Used: Leaves and stems
Extraction Method: Cold Pressing 
CAS Number: 84696-17-9
EC Number: 283-460-7
Grade: Cosmetic Grade
Packaging Size: 50g

1. Material Overview

Centella Asiatica Oil is a cosmetic-grade oil derived from the leaves and stems of Centella asiatica.

Supplied exclusively for formulation into cosmetic and personal care products, this oil contains naturally occurring lipid-soluble compounds from the plant. Its fatty acid profile provides a smooth emollient base suitable for both anhydrous and emulsion systems.

2. Physical & Organoleptic Characteristics

• Appearance: Clear to pale green liquid

• Color: Pale green

• Odor: Mild, herbal, characteristic botanical aroma

• Solubility: Oil soluble

• Viscosity: Medium

Natural variation in color and aroma may occur depending on harvest, extraction method, and batch.

3. Composition & Functional Attributes

Centella Asiatica Oil typically contains:

• Linoleic acid

• Oleic acid

• Palmitic acid

• Phytosterols

• Triterpenoid saponins (lipid-soluble fraction)

Functional Contribution in Formulations

Within cosmetic systems, Centella Asiatica Oil is selected for its ability to:

• Provide emollient properties in oil and emulsion systems

• Support formulation smoothness and glide

• Complement botanical blends and lipid-phase active ingredients

• Integrate into skin and hair formulations as a stable plant-derived carrier

All functional performance must be validated within the final cosmetic formulation.

4. Suitable Formulation Applications

• Facial oil blends and serums

• Body oils and butters

• Hair and scalp formulations

• Anhydrous botanical blends

• Emulsions and creams

Inclusion levels should be determined through formulation trials, stability testing, and regulatory assessment.

5. Storage & Stability

• Store in a cool, dry place

• Protect from light and heat

• Keep container tightly sealed

• Consider antioxidant stabilization for long-term shelf-life

Due to its unsaturated fatty acid content, proper storage is essential to maintain quality.

6. Handling & Manufacturing Considerations

This material should be handled in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).

Compatibility testing, stability assessment, and final cosmetic safety evaluation remain the responsibility of the formulator or Responsible Person prior to market placement.

7. Regulatory Positioning

This product is supplied strictly as a raw cosmetic ingredient for further formulation.

It is not a finished cosmetic product and is not marketed for direct consumer application.

The purchaser assumes full responsibility for compliance with Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, CPSR preparation, PIF documentation, labeling, stability testing, and notification procedures.

8. Interesting Facts About the Raw Material

• Centella Asiatica, commonly called Gotu Kola, is a traditional medicinal plant with a long history in botanical use.

• Lipid-soluble triterpenoid compounds are preserved in the oil fraction.

• The oil provides emollient support while maintaining botanical integrity in formulations.

• Cold pressing or gentle extraction ensures retention of fatty acids and lipid-soluble actives.

• Traditionally valued in herbal medicine, now incorporated into modern cosmetic systems for botanical positioning.