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Centella asiatica (cica) calms redness, repairs the barrier and soothes acne — which is why it is the most-searched ingredient in Bangladesh. The best centella serums, sunscreens and toners, with real Taka prices.
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Shop verified serums →What is centella (cica), and why is everyone searching it?
Centella asiatica — also called cica, tiger grass, or gotu kola — is a calming plant extract packed with madecassoside and asiaticoside. It soothes redness, repairs a damaged barrier, calms acne and sensitivity, and speeds healing. For Bangladesh's heat, pollution and acne-prone skin, it is close to a perfect ingredient — which is why "centella serum" is one of the highest-volume skincare searches in the country.
Best centella serums in Bangladesh
1. SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule
100% centella asiatica extract — pure, lightweight, great for sensitive and acne-prone skin. A cult favourite. Price: ৳1,300–2,000. See authentic SKIN1004.
2. Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Serum
Heartleaf + centella family of calming botanicals — hydrating and gentle. Price: ৳1,300–1,900. See authentic Anua.
3. COSRX Centella / Advanced Snail range
Centella-based options that calm and repair. Price: ৳900–1,600. See authentic COSRX.
Best centella sunscreens
Centella sunscreens give you sun protection plus calming — ideal for sensitive or acne-prone skin.
- SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Air-Fit / Tone-Up Sun — light, no white cast. ৳1,400–2,200.
- Purito / Round Lab centella-based sunscreens — gentle daily SPF. ৳1,200–2,000.
Pair with the full sunscreen guide.
Who should use centella?
- Sensitive, reactive or redness-prone skin
- Acne-prone skin that other actives irritate
- Anyone repairing a damaged barrier (over-exfoliation, harsh products)
Centella is gentle enough to layer with almost anything. Not sure where to start? Take the 60-second skin quiz.
Make sure it is authentic
SKIN1004, Anua and COSRX centella products are widely faked in Bangladesh. A fake can be watered-down or contaminated — the opposite of soothing. At TheSkinProof every product is batch-code checked against the importer invoice, with a 2× money-back guarantee. Shop verified centella serums or read the serum buying guide.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use a centella serum alongside niacinamide or salicylic acid for acne-prone skin?
Yes, centella is gentle enough to pair with niacinamide or salicylic acid in the same routine and can help calm the irritation those actives sometimes cause. On nights you use retinol or a strong acid, applying centella beforehand can make the routine feel more comfortable.
How do I check if a centella serum bottle is genuine?
Compare the batch code on the bottle and box, confirm the dropper seal wasn't broken, and be cautious if the serum's color or thickness looks different from what it should be. You can also run it through the free checker at theskinproof.com/product-checker.
Where can I buy a genuine centella serum in Bangladesh?
Buy from a seller who can show the importer invoice and batch number rather than choosing based on price alone. Checking the batch code matters since centella serums are a popular, frequently copied category.