How to use them
Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply Centella Asiatica first, then Tea Tree Oil, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Centella Asiaticavaries, wait about 1 minute
- 3Tea Tree Oil5% (diluted)
- 4Moisturiserseal everything in
What Centella Asiatica does
The K-beauty hero known as cica (in India, gotu kola or brahmi). It calms irritation and redness and helps a stressed barrier recover. That makes it a perfect sidekick to strong actives.
- Typical strength
- varies
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Sensitive, Oily, Combination, Normal And Dry skin
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What Tea Tree Oil does
An essential oil with modest evidence against mild acne. It works more slowly than benzoyl peroxide but causes less dryness. Undiluted it can irritate or sensitise skin, so it belongs in a formulated product.
- Typical strength
- 5% (diluted)
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Oily And Combination skin
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Trying to choose one? Read Centella Asiatica vs Tea Tree Oil: which is better for your skin.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Centella Asiatica and Tea Tree Oil together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Centella Asiatica and Tea Tree Oil, and neither makes the other less effective. They share a goal (acne), so together they reinforce each other.
Which goes first, Centella Asiatica or Tea Tree Oil?
Apply Centella Asiatica first, then Tea Tree Oil. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
Should I use Centella Asiatica in the morning or at night?
Centella Asiatica: works morning or night. Use morning and night. It is ideal on the day after an exfoliation or retinoid night.
Should I use Tea Tree Oil in the morning or at night?
Tea Tree Oil: works morning or night. Use a product with around 5% tea tree, or dilute it. Never apply the pure oil straight to the face. Patch test first.
Is Centella Asiatica with Tea Tree Oil safe during pregnancy?
Neither is a known risk in normal cosmetic amounts, but guidance varies for Tea Tree Oil. Check with your doctor.