Herba Centellae vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Herba Centellae

Centella asiatica (topical)

Skin and Topical

Vitellaria paradoxa

Skin and Topical

Description

Topical application of Centella for wound healing, scar treatment, and skin repair; widely used in dermatology and Korean skincare.

West African tree whose seeds produce shea butter, used widely in traditional medicine for skin conditions, anti-inflammatory applications, and food.

Active Compounds

asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, madecassic acid, phenolic acids

triterpene alcohols, allantoin, cinnamic acid esters, stearic acid, oleic acid

Traditional Uses

Wound healing, Scar reduction, Skin repair, Radiation dermatitis

skin conditions, wound healing, inflammation, muscle pain, sun protection

Modern Uses

Wound healing acceleration, Collagen synthesis stimulation, Anti-inflammatory effects, Scar minimization

skin moisturizing, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, UV protection

Adult Dosage

Topical cream 1-2% asiaticoside; applied 2-3x daily

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Contraindications

Allergy to Centella

allergy to shea

Side Effects

Allergic contact dermatitis in rare cases

rare allergic contact dermatitis

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E