Licorice Root

Licorice Root at a Glance

• Has antioxidant and soothing properties
• Helps fight dark spots
• Also called Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract

Licorice Root Description

root extract, comes from a flowering plant well known for its inclusion as a flavoring agent in foods, beverages, and medicines. It has also been used for centuries in traditional folk medicine.

Modern research shows these ancient practices have a solid foundation: Licorice root has several active compounds that can benefit skin, most prominently glycyrrhetinic acid. In addition to having antioxidant benefits, licorice root helps soothe irritated and reddened skin and helps fight dark spots.

The independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel has found licorice root safe as used in cosmetics, in amounts up to 4%.

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