Commonly known as: Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract (I.N.C.I.), Glabridin.
Botanical name: Glycyrrhiza glabra L.
Extraction process: Ethanol extraction of dried liquorice roots, followed by purification, re-extraction with ethyl acetate, filtration and vacuum drying.
Family: Fabaceae.
Extracted part of the plant: Roots.
Cultivation area, origin: Mediterranean area, southern USA, Middle East, North Africa, Mauritius.
Blooming: From June to July.
Origin, provenance: China.
Phytochemical composition: Glabridin over 95%, glycyrrhizic acid (Glycyrrhizin), flavonoids, isoflavonoids (glabrene and isoliquiritigenin).
Sensory properties: Appearance: Fine powder; Colour: Beige; Smell: Characteristic.
Physical properties: Soluble in alcohol and chloroform; Insoluble in water;Dosage in cosmetic formulas: 2 to 5%; Molecular weight: 324,37 g/mol.
Concerns: Brightens, evens skin tone, anti-inflammatory, de-pigments, softens, antioxidant, emollient, soothes.
Effect: All skin types, especially skin prone to hyperpigmentation, itchy skin, skin with an atopic tendency, skin that has been aggressed (cold, UV, pollution...), mature skin and sensitive/irritated skin; All hair types.
Face care (lightening serums, sun care, creams, eye care, masks, aftershave creams, cleansing care, scrubs); Body care (creams, balms, milks); Hair care (shampoos, masks, sun oils); Hygiene (toothpastes, soaps); Make-up (foundations, protective tinted creams).
Store at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light.
Liquorice extractisn’t irritating if you use the recommended amount. Il peut être utilisé par les femmes enceintes et/or breastfeeding women, as well as young children.