Centella (Cica): effective % & pH 센텔라/시카
⚡ Quick answer: Centella (Cica): effective concentration varies (extract; standardized formulas often cited around 0.1–1% of actives), optimal pH 5.0–6.5, evidence Moderate. A centella/cica % on the label rarely tells you the active triterpene content — look instead for standardized actives like madecassoside if you want a measurable dose.
How much Centella (Cica) actually works? Here's the dosage, pH and evidence — the formulator-level read behind the % on a Korean label.
| Effective % | varies (extract; standardized formulas often cited around 0.1–1% of actives) |
|---|---|
| Optimal pH | 5.0–6.5 |
| Evidence | Moderate |
| Onset | 2–4 weeks (calming look) |
What the % on the label really means
A centella/cica % on the label rarely tells you the active triterpene content — look instead for standardized actives like madecassoside if you want a measurable dose.
⚠️ Ceiling: More extract isn't linearly better; the soothing comes from specific triterpenes, not raw percentage.
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