Key active: glabridin (tyrosinase inhibitor); liquiritin; licochalcone A; brightening via melanin synthesis inhibition; anti-inflammatory (COX and LOX inhibition); soothing for redness; good tolerability; distinguish between standardised extract (glabridin % specified) and general extract
Function & Common Use
Active (brightening / anti-inflammatory)
Active Ingredient
Brightening products sensitive skin soothing serums anti-inflammatory products
Vegetable (licorice root)
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
Baby restriction: Consider glycyrrhizin systemic if mucosal use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract safe to use in skincare?
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Key active: glabridin (tyrosinase inhibitor); liquiritin; licochalcone A; brightening via melanin synthesis inhibition; anti-inflammatory (COX and LOX inhibition); soothing for redness; good tolerability; distinguish between standardised extract (glabridin % specified) and general extract
Is Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract allowed in India?
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract used for in cosmetics?
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract functions as: Active (brightening / anti-inflammatory). It is commonly found in: Brightening products sensitive skin soothing serums anti-inflammatory products.
Is Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract safe for babies?
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract has baby/child restrictions: Consider glycyrrhizin systemic if mucosal use. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.
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