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Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract

Licorice root extract (glabridin-containing)

Safety Notes

Glabridin is key brightening active; anti-inflammatory; confirm extract standardisation for glabridin content; generally well-tolerated

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (Brightening / Soothing)

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

Brightening serums moisturisers

Origin

Vegetable (licorice root)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract safe to use in skincare?

Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Glabridin is key brightening active; anti-inflammatory; confirm extract standardisation for glabridin content; generally well-tolerated

Is Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract allowed in India?

Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract used for in cosmetics?

Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract functions as: Active (Brightening / Soothing). It is commonly found in: Brightening serums moisturisers.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CAS68916-91-6
ECN/A

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