Not only does it hydrates the skin but also heals wounds

Since the time Korean beauty techniques have taken over the beauty industry, the world of skincare has seen a boom in terms of new trends and techniques for improved beauty. While glass-like skin and dumpling skin is the trend of the past, in the current scenario the K-beauty industry has rolled out a new skincare regime that is obtained through Tiger Grass aka Cica. A plant native to the Asian wetlands is a medicinal herb used in several ayurvedic medicines. In Korean skincare, Tigre Grass has become a popular ingredient and has slowly started to gain traction in the West.

What is Tiger Grass aka Cica Scientifically known as CentellaAsiatica or cica for short, it is a centuries-old ingredient that found its use traditionally in Chinese medicine wherein it was used for treating wounds. The story behind the name of this grass and its medical properties is that Tigers in Asia have been known to roll around in this plant to help them heal any trauma abrasions or infections.

According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), tiger grass has been referred to as a “panacea,” as well as a “miracle elixir of life,” in Ayurveda. Also as per many studies, tiger grass has proven to facilitate the healing process in both incisions and burn wounds. A plant-rich in medicinal properties of fatty acids, phytochemicals, vitamins C, A, and B1, it is highly helpful in many skin-related alignments like acne, rosacea, and dullness. So here the various benefits of Tiger Grass.

Heals wound.Since Tigers are known to roll on this herb after the battle to soothe their wounds, this grass has the same effect on human skin. Hence it is highly known to have wound-healing abilities. In fact, there have been several studies proving the healing process in both incisions and burn wounds when tiger grass is used.

Hydrates Skin. Since it heals the wounds, it is loaded with natural vitamins and minerals thatcan make the skin supple and glowing. If one were to apply tiger grass religiously to their face and skin regularly, you can see a brighter and finish glow on the face and overall skin.

Anti-aging.All thanks to its deeply hydrating properties and abundance of natural minerals and vitamins, its application can also help in reducing the fine lines and delay the aging process. It helps get rid of wrinkles and age spots. It also tightens the skin pores giving it a healthy and dewy glow.

At the same time, it is anti-Inflammatory removing acne, blemishes and most importantly it suits every skin type.