Licorice Extract is a botanical active widely used in cosmetic formulations for its skin-brightening, soothing and antioxidant properties. It is particularly popular in products designed to target uneven skin tone, dark marks and the appearance of post-blemish pigmentation.
Licorice contains naturally occurring compounds that can help support a brighter, calmer and more even-looking complexion, making it a versatile ingredient for both pigmentation-focused and sensitive-skin formulations.
Key Benefits
Helps improve the appearance of uneven skin tone
Helps reduce the appearance of dark marks and hyperpigmentation
Supports a brighter, more radiant-looking complexion
Helps improve the appearance of post-blemish marks
Provides soothing and skin-conditioning benefits
Provides antioxidant support
Suitable for pigmentation-focused and soothing skincare formulations
INCI Name:Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract Ingredient Type: Botanical Extract / Skin-Brightening / Soothing Active Solubility: Depends on the grade and extraction medium; water-soluble powder grades are commonly available Appearance: Typically light yellow to brown powder, depending on grade and concentration
Formulation Note: The recommended usage level and solubility of Licorice Extract can vary significantly depending on the extract grade, concentration and supplier specification. Powder extracts should be properly dissolved or dispersed in a suitable phase before incorporation into the formulation.
For cosmetic formulation use. Suitable for serums, toners, gels, creams, lotions, masks and other brightening or soothing cosmetic formulations.
