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Licorice root – soothing, brightening & anti-inflammatory

Liquorice root has a skin-soothing, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and pigment-balancing effect – ideal for irritated, reddened or problematic skin.


Introduction / Brief description

Licorice is known to many as the raw material for licorice. In natural cosmetics, licorice root extract (INCI: Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract ) is valued for its skin-soothing, anti-inflammatory, and pigment-balancing properties—ideal for sensitive, reddened, or blemished skin.

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Origin & Production

Licorice root originates from the Mediterranean region and Western Asia and is now cultivated organically in India, France, and Spain. Extraction is usually carried out using aqueous or alcohol-free methods. The plant belongs to the Fabaceae family; its roots contain a variety of bioactive substances, including glycyrrhizin, glabridin, and licochalcone A.

Active ingredients & effects

  • Licochalcone A: Proven to soothe irritated and reddened skin.
  • Glycyrrhizin: Has antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory effects.
  • Glabridin: Lightens hyperpigmentation, acne spots, or sun damage.
  • Coumarin: Supports the skin tolerance of vitamin C or niacinamide.
  • Carotenoids & Zinc: Antioxidant, detoxifying and cell regenerating – more powerful than vitamin E.

Use in natural cosmetics

Liquorice root extract is used in:

  • Facial care for reddened, irritated or inflamed skin
  • Soothing serums & creams for rosacea or atopic dermatitis
  • Products against pigment spots & uneven skin tone

Special features / Who is it suitable for?

  • ✔ Ideal for rosacea, neurodermatitis, perioral dermatitis
  • ✔ Clinically proven soothing & anti-inflammatory
  • ✔ Suitable for sensitive, allergy-prone skin
  • ✔ Vegan, alcohol-free, certified organic

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