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Skin Conditioning

POTASSIUM GLYCYRRHETINATE

CAS 85985-61-1 Updated
86

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A potassium salt of glycyrrhetinic acid (from licorice root). Well-known cosmetic anti-inflammatory — reduces redness and stinging in sensitive-skin and after-sun formulas. Excellent topical tolerance.

Function

FRAGRANCESKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Soothes redness
  • Calms sensitive skin
  • Supports post-procedure recovery

Known concerns

  • Rare contact sensitization
  • Theoretical mineralocorticoid effect (not topical)
  • pH-sensitive in formulation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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