Extracting gotu kola helps treat various common skin conditions. Thanks to its compounds like madecassoside, madecassic acid, asiaticoside, and asiatic acid, it can aid in wound healing, increase collagen and fibronectin content in the skin cells.
Natural antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, and carbohydrates make this herbal remedy effective in improving skin moisture and anti-aging effects.
Gotu kola face mask
Applying a pure gotu kola face mask provides your skin with nutrients, removes excess oil, and gives you a fair complexion.
– Clean the gotu kola leaves and wash them thoroughly with water to remove dirt.
– Take a handful of gotu kola leaves, wash them, then crush or grind to extract the juice.
– Take a sheet mask or cotton pad soaked in gotu kola juice and apply it evenly on your face 2-3 times to allow the nutrients to deeply penetrate the skin.
– Relax for about 5-10 minutes, then rinse your face with warm water. After that, rinse your face with cold water to tighten pores and let it air dry.
Washing the face with gotu kola water
Using gotu kola water to wash your face every day not only cleanses the skin deeply but also supports healing.
– Clean the gotu kola and put it in a pot of boiling water. Use a filter cloth to extract the essence and pour it into a glass jar for storage in the refrigerator.
– Every morning, take a little gotu kola water, apply it on your face, massage gently, then rinse your face.
Drinking gotu kola juice
Gotu kola juice has a cooling effect, detoxifies the body, cools the liver, helps eliminate toxins, and is also very effective in treating acne.
– Clean the gotu kola and soak it in salt water for 2-3 hours.
– Add the soaked gotu kola and 2 to 3 cups of filtered water to a blender, blend well, then strain it through a filter to extract the essence.
Note:
– If you use gotu kola in high doses, some side effects may occur such as headaches, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, abdominal pain, skin irritation, etc.
– Individuals using sleep aids or anti-anxiety medications should avoid using gotu kola.
– Some compounds in this herb have shown some contraceptive effects, so experts suggest that breastfeeding women should avoid using gotu kola. Additionally, anyone who is pregnant or planning to become pregnant should also consider it.
If you experience any adverse effects after using products containing gotu kola extract, you should consult a doctor for advice.