Plant extract

What is Centella asiatica extract?

Centella asiatica extract is a water based extract of the centella plant, which Korean labels call byeongpul. Brands often list it next to the compounds isolated from the same plant, because the whole extract and the isolates are separate entries rather than one ingredient written twice. As with any extract, the composition depends on the supplier.

Which products use it?

Of the 88 products whose labels we have read, 7 put this one on the front.

BANILACO

Clean It Zero Calming Cleansing Balm

We checked 4 lines this product advertises against the ingredient list and public documents. None of them hold up on their own. They are partly right at best.

2overstated1refuted1says nothing

See the label check (4 lines)

Claims translated from Korean, originals preserved.

overstated ad line2
  • A soothing cleansing balm for sensitive skin
    Korean original

    민감 피부를 위한 진정 클렌징밤

  • It cleanly removes makeup, skin flakes and impurities and helps soothe the skin.
    Korean original

    메이크업과 피부 각질, 노폐물을 말끔하게 지워주고 피부 진정을 도와줍니다.

evidence says otherwise1
  • Fresh deep cleansing all the way inside the pores
    Korean original

    모공 속까지 산뜻하게 딥 클렌징

says nothing1
  • From cleansing to makeup, Banila Co, the house of radiant complexion
    Korean original

    클렌징부터 메이크업까지, 화사한 피부표현 명가 바닐라코

beplain

Mung Bean Weakly Acidic Cleansing Foam

We checked 6 lines this product advertises against the ingredient list and public documents. None of them hold up on their own. They are partly right at best.

1likely1partly backed3overstated1says nothing

See the label check (6 lines)

Claims translated from Korean, originals preserved.

likely, not proven1
  • Mung Bean Weakly Acidic Cleansing Foam
    Korean original

    녹두 약산성 클렌징폼

partly backed1
  • When washing, dispense an appropriate amount and lather with water. Roll gently to massage along the grain of the skin, then rinse clean with lukewarm water.
    Korean original

    세안 시 적당량을 덜어 물과 함께 거품을 냅니다. 부드럽게 롤링하여 피부 결을 마사지한 후 미온수로 깨끗하게 씻어냅니다.

overstated ad line3
  • A moist cleanser that washes away even fine dust
    Korean original

    미세먼지도 씻어주는 촉촉한 클렌저

  • It cleanly cleanses impurities inside pores, sebum, flakes and even ultrafine dust.
    Korean original

    모공 속 노폐물과 피지, 각질, 초미세먼지까지 말끔하게 클렌징해줍니다.

  • All skin types
    Korean original

    모든 피부 타입

says nothing1
  • Pore confidence, mung bean
    Korean original

    모공자신감, 녹두

Product photo of 리틀머메이드 디스 이즈 프린세스 클렌징워터

뷰티레시피

리틀머메이드 디스 이즈 프린세스 클렌징워터

We checked 2 lines this product advertises against the ingredient list and public documents. None of them hold up on their own. They are partly right at best.

1likely1overstated

See the label check (2 lines)

Claims translated from Korean, originals preserved.

likely, not proven1
  • Soak a cotton pad well with the cleansing water and wipe along the grain of the skin. When cleansing point makeup, it is more effective to leave the cotton pad on for a moment before wiping.
    Korean original

    화장솜에 클렌징 워터를 충분히 적셔 피부 결을 따라 닦아줍니다. 포인트 메이크업 클렌징 시에는 화장솜을 잠시 올려두었다 사용하면 더욱 효과적입니다.

overstated ad line1
  • No more prejudice that cleansing water runs out fast! Deep cleanse every night with good ingredients using the 500ml Little Mermaid! Without worrying about skin irritation, keep clear and translucent skin for a long time with the large volume.
    Korean original

    클렌징 워터는 헤프다는 편견은 이제 그만! 500ml 리틀머메이드로 매일 밤 착한 성분으로 딥 클렌징! 피부 자극 걱정 없이, 대용량으로 오래오래 맑고 투명한 피부를 유지하세요.

Dr.G

Green Mild Up Sun+

We checked 11 lines this product advertises against the ingredient list and public documents. 2 of them hold up. The rest are only partly right or have nothing behind them.

2backed4likely1partly backed2no evidence2says nothing

See the label check (11 lines)

Claims translated from Korean, originals preserved.

backed by evidence2
  • Formulated without ingredients that might damage coral reefs.
  • The product is free from oxybenzone, octinoxate, and octocrylene.
likely, not proven4
  • Physical sunscreen for sensitive skin. Refreshing and soft sun cream with mild ingredients that safely protects the skin from the light, heat and irritants.
  • The sunscreen boasts a worry-free hypoallergenic formula that can be used with confidence by those with sensitive skin.
  • The sunscreen features a 5-pronged protection mechanism, offering comprehensive defence for sensitive skin against UVA, UVB, blue light, infrared, and pollution.
  • Centella Asiatica Extract along with Houttuynia Cordata Extract provide relief for sensitive skin
partly backed1
  • 100% zinc oxide, an even gentler mineral sunscreen!
    Korean original

    징크옥사이트 100% 더 순해진 무기자차!

no evidence2
  • Pycnogenol along with Provitamin D promote skin health
  • Non-nano sunscreen suitable for sensitive skin.
says nothing2
  • Dr.G's "Green Mild Up Sun+ SPF50+/PA++++" is a sunscreen that reflects Dr.G's dedication to providing safer products.
  • Clean Beauty sun care specifically designed for sensitive skin.

PO:DL

2x Fresh Bam Balm to Foam

We checked 9 lines this product advertises against the ingredient list and public documents. One of them holds up. The rest are only partly right or have nothing behind them.

1backed2likely4overstated1no evidence1says nothing

See the label check (9 lines)

Claims translated from Korean, originals preserved.

backed by evidence1
  • From cleansing balm to cleansing foam all at once
    Korean original

    클렌징밤부터 클렌징폼까지 한 번에

likely, not proven2
  • With a pH 5.5-6.5 low irritation formula, keeping moistness after washing & keeping a clear and even skin tone & texture & glow
    Korean original

    PH 5.5-6.5 저자극 포뮬라로 세안 후 촉촉함 유지&맑고 균일한 피부 톤&결&광 유지

  • A moist finish with no inner tightness even after washing
    Korean original

    세안 후에도 속당김 없는 촉촉한 마무리

overstated ad line4
  • With a triple combination of AHA, BHA and LHA, effects of exfoliation, skin texture improvement and blemish relief
    Korean original

    AHA, BHA, LHA 트리플 조합으로 각질 제거, 피부결 개선, 트러블 완화 효과

  • Perfect cleansing from thick makeup to sunscreen
    Korean original

    두꺼운 메이크업부터 선크림까지 완벽 세정

  • A cleansing innovation that needs no double cleansing – deep cleansing plus the finish all at once
    Korean original

    이중 세안이 필요 없는 클렌징 혁신 – 한 번에 딥클렌징 + 마무리까지

  • A unique texture that turns from balm to foam – perfect removal of makeup & impurities
    Korean original

    밤에서 폼으로 변하는 독특한 텍스처 – 메이크업 & 노폐물 완벽 제거

no evidence1
  • With Gongju chestnut shell extract, pore astringency & sebum control for clean and elastic skin
    Korean original

    공주 밤껍질 추출물로 모공 수렴&피지 조절로 깨끗하고 탄력 있는 피부

says nothing1
  • PO:DL, moisture, texture and glow without double cleansing
    Korean original

    포들 이중세안 없는 수분결광

Product photo of Pine Soothing Cica Lotion

Round Lab

Pine Soothing Cica Lotion

We checked 4 lines this product advertises against the ingredient list and public documents. None of them hold up on their own. They are partly right at best.

1likely1partly backed1no evidence1says nothing

See the label check (4 lines)

Claims translated from Korean, originals preserved.

likely, not proven1
  • Moisture soothing that fills freshly
    Korean original

    산뜻하게 채우는 수분 진정

partly backed1
  • It is a soothing lotion that softly cares for skin texture and fills moisture freshly.
    Korean original

    피부 결을 부드럽게 케어하고, 산뜻하게 수분을 채우는 진정 로션이에요.

no evidence1
  • For all skin types
    Korean original

    모든 피부용

says nothing1
  • Round Lab focuses on clean, natural raw materials as they are.
    Korean original

    라운드랩은 깨끗한 자연 그대로의 원료에 집중합니다.

Product photo of Ceramide Mochi Toner

TONYMOLY

Ceramide Mochi Toner

We checked 18 lines this product advertises against the ingredient list and public documents. 2 of them hold up. The rest are only partly right or have nothing behind them.

2backed2likely8partly backed4overstated2no evidence

See the label check (18 lines)

Claims translated from Korean, originals preserved.

backed by evidence2
  • Caution: a patch test is recommended for sensitive skin
    Korean original

    주의 민감 피부는 패치 테스트 권장

  • Not a functional product
    Korean original

    기능성 제품 아님

likely, not proven2
  • Recommended situations: when dryness is felt, when you want to keep the routine simple
    Korean original

    추천 상황 건조함이 느껴질 때, 루틴을 단순하게 유지하고 싶을 때

  • As a wipe-off toner: dispense an appropriate amount onto a cotton pad, wipe gently along the grain of the skin, then pat lightly to absorb.
    Korean original

    닦아내는 토너 화장솜에 내용물을 적당량 덜어 피부 결을 따라 부드럽게 닦아준 후 가볍게 두드려 흡수시켜 줍니다.

partly backed8
  • Ingredient points: ceramide, hyaluronic acid, panthenol, centella extract
    Korean original

    성분 포인트 세라마이드, 히알루론산, 판테놀, 병풀추출물

  • Daily routine: the first step after washing (morning/evening)
    Korean original

    데일리 루틴 세안 후 첫 단계(아침/저녁)

  • How to use: layering (applying several times) · toner pack · wipe-off toner
    Korean original

    사용법 레이어링(여러 번 덧바르기) · 토너팩 · 닦토

  • Feel guide, recommendations by skin type: (oily/combination) a fresh wipe-off toner · (dry/inner dryness) a moist toner pack and layering
    Korean original

    사용감 가이드 피부 타입별 추천: (지성/복합성) 산뜻한 닦토 · (건성/속건조) 촉촉한 토너팩 및 레이어링

  • As a moisturising pack: soak a cotton pad generously, place it on dry skin and remove after 10 minutes.
    Korean original

    보습 팩 화장솜에 내용물을 듬뿍 적셔 건조한 피부에 붙이고 10분 후에 떼어냅니다.

  • It is a milky texture that balances oil and moisture. The ceramide ingredient does not sit on top of the skin but absorbs densely like mochi, leaving only a deep moisturised feel without stickiness.
    Korean original

    유수분 밸런스를 맞춰주는 밀키한 텍스처입니다. 세라마이드 성분이 피부에 겉돌지 않고 모찌처럼 쫀쫀하게 흡수되어 끈적임 없이 깊은 보습감만 남겨줍니다.

  • Using it as a 'toner pack' by soaking a cotton pad generously and laying it on dry areas for 5 to 10 minutes, or putting it in an empty bottle and spraying it frequently like a mist, helps create dense mochi skin.
    Korean original

    화장솜에 듬뿍 적셔 5~10분간 건조한 부위에 얹어두는 '토너팩'으로 활용하시거나, 공병에 담아 미스트처럼 수시로 뿌려주시면 쫀쫀한 모찌 피부를 만드는 데 도움이 됩니다.

  • It is a viscous milky white texture, but the moment it touches the skin it spreads softly and absorbs quickly, raising the adherence of the next skincare step.
    Korean original

    정성이 있는 유백색 제형이지만 피부에 닿는 순간 부드럽게 퍼지며 빠르게 흡수되어 다음 단계 스킨케어의 밀착력을 높여줍니다.

overstated ad line4
  • The ceramide ingredient fills moisture and nourishment at the same time.
    Korean original

    세라마이드 성분이 보습과 영양을 동시에 채워줍니다.

  • Fragrance: a subtle citrus scent
    Korean original

    향 은은한 시트러스향

  • You can use it with confidence on sensitive and dry skin.
    Korean original

    민감하고 건조한 피부에 안심하고 사용하실 수 있습니다.

  • It contains 5,000ppb of ceramide, which firmly cares for the skin barrier, protecting the skin from external irritation and blocking moisture evaporation.
    Korean original

    피부 장벽을 탄탄하게 케어해 주는 세라마이드 성분이 5,000ppb 함유되어 있어 외부 자극으로부터 피부를 보호하고 수분 증발을 막아줍니다.

no evidence2
  • 2 million units sold cumulatively! It is Tonymoly's flagship toner.
    Korean original

    누적판매 200만개! 토니모리 대표 토너 입니다.

  • It is a product whose gentle feel was verified through a human application test.
    Korean original

    인체적용 테스트를 통해 순한 사용감을 검증받은 제품입니다.

Do the ad lines about it hold up?

We checked 2 advertised lines that name this ingredient, across 2 products.

How it readAd lines
likely, not proven1 of 2
partly backed1 of 2

The count is of advertised lines, not products. One product can advertise the same ingredient in several lines, and each line was read on its own against the ingredient list and public documents.

What is it usually paired with?

Ingredients that other products put on the front of the label together with this one.