Brightening botanicals
Licorice Root Extract
Helps visibly brighten uneven skin tone and reduce the appearance of discoloration while soothing the skin.
Key Benefits
- Helps visibly improve uneven skin tone
- Supports the appearance of fading discoloration
- Helps soothe visible redness
- Provides botanical antioxidant support
How It Works
Ingredient Details
INCI Name: Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Ingredient Type: Botanical root extract
Best For
Uneven-looking skin tone · Visible post-blemish marks · Redness-prone skin · People seeking a gentle botanical brightening complement
What It Is
What It Does
Licorice Root Extract FAQs
Common questions about this ingredient in skincare.
What is Licorice Root Extract?
It is a botanical extract from Glycyrrhiza roots. Different species and extraction methods produce different profiles of glabridin, liquiritin, licochalcone, glycyrrhizin, and related compounds.
How does licorice brighten skin?
Certain licorice constituents can influence tyrosinase-related pigment formation or help disperse visible epidermal pigment, supporting a more even-looking tone.
Can it help post-blemish marks?
It may help gradually improve the appearance of discoloration left after blemishes, especially in a routine that also controls irritation and uses daily sunscreen.
Is licorice good for sensitive or red skin?
Many formulas use licorice for soothing support, but tolerability depends on the full product. Patch test if reactive or allergy-prone.
Is topical licorice the same as eating licorice?
No. Topical cosmetic extracts are formulated for skin and are not equivalent to licorice candy, tea, or oral glycyrrhizin-containing supplements.
Do I still need sunscreen?
Yes. Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen helps prevent UV-driven darkening and supports any routine focused on discoloration.
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