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Botanical soothing

GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA ROOT WATER

CAS 84775-66-6
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Licorice root water carrying soothing and mildly brightening compounds like glabridin and glycyrrhizin. Especially helpful for redness-prone or sensitive skin and well established in modern cosmetic use.

Skin benefits

  • Soothing for irritated and red skin
  • Mild brightening from glabridin
  • Anti-inflammatory effect
  • Helps calm sensitive skin

Known concerns

  • Glycyrrhizin may have mild systemic effects at very high topical doses
  • Rare licorice allergy
  • Possible interaction with steroids

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

Same plant / compound family

75
GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA CALLUS CULTURE EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 78
GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA LEAF EXTRACT
Antioxidant
 70
GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA MERISTEM CELL CULTURE
Skin Conditioning
 74
GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA MERISTEM CELL CULTURE EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 85
GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA RHIZOME/ROOT
Skin Conditioning
 85
GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA RHIZOME/ROOT EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.