Skin Conditioning
GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA RHIZOME/ROOT
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Licorice root — a well-studied botanical with anti-inflammatory and brightening effects. CIR found licorice-derived ingredients non-irritating and non-sensitizing in cosmetic use.
Skin benefits
- Anti-inflammatory glycyrrhizin and licochalcone calm redness
- Antioxidant flavonoids
- Brightening via glabridin
Known concerns
- High-percentage oral intake can disturb electrolytes, but topical exposure is far lower
- Rare contact sensitization
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
Same plant / compound family
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