What is Licorice Root Extract?

Licorice Root Extract is a viscous liquid of 80% Glycerin and 20% Licorice Root Extract. As the name suggests, this extract is extracted from the root of Licorice. It can be used to give homemade care products such as toners and day creams a soothing and moisturizing boost. The glycerin makes the extract easy to add to water-based products.

What are the benefits of Licorice Root Extract?

Licorice root extract is a very popular ingredient in cosmetics. We understand why!

Calming effect
The root of the plant is full of calming substances such as Glycyrrhizinic acid. You can therefore use it very well for sensitive skin.

Helps reduce redness
Even if you have troubled skin with pimples, you can use Licorice root extract. It reduces redness. Due to the many antioxidants, Licorice root extract has a protective effect on the skin.

Helps reduce dark spots
Licorice root also helps to reduce superficial pigmentation spots. Glabridine, a substance in Licorice root, inhibits the production of melanin (pigment cells). Discolorations of the skin become less visible as a result.

How to use Licorice Root Extract?

Add Licorice Root Extract to your DIY toner or day cream for a boost of hydration and soothing for the skin. Easy to add to water-based products.

What is so special about Licorice Root Extract?

Everyone knows the tasty, sweet sticks of liquorice from the past. But did you know that Licorice root is one of the world's oldest herbal medicines? In the tomb of the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun, a large stock of Licorice root was found!