Licorice Extract

Category: Botanical extract

Brief description: Extract derived from the root of the licorice plant (Glycyrrhiza glabra).

Benefits: Provides skin-soothing benefits and may improve the appearance of uneven skin tone.

Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for all skin types, particularly beneficial for irritated or hyperpigmented skin.

Target audience: Individuals with hyperpigmentation or irritated skin.

Chemical composition: Contains flavonoids, coumarins, glycyrrhizin, and other beneficial compounds.

Physical aspect: Dark brown liquid or powder.

Compatibility: Generally compatible with other ingredients.

Concentration: Varies based on the product formulation.

Side effects/adverse reactions: Can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some individuals.

Regulatory status: Generally recognized as safe for use in cosmetics.

Sustainability/ethical considerations: Plant-sourced. Sustainability depends on farming practices.