- INCI Name:Glabridin
- Functions:Anti-Inflammatory, Whitening Agent, Soothing Agent, Emollient, Antioxidant, Lightening Agent
- Labeling Claims:Clean at Sephora
- Certifications & Compliance:Kosher, Halal
- Benefit Claims:Anti-Inflammatory, Skin Whitening, Moisturizing, Antioxidant Properties, Anti-Aging, Anti-Acne, Skin Lightening, Free Radical Scavenging, Emolliency, Soothing
Glycyrrhiza Glabra is used as a natural whitening emollient. It inhibits tyrosinase activity and oxidizing enzymes. This extract has been used as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant since licochalcone-a molecule contained in licorice root extract- aids in controlling oil production and helps soothe acne-prone skin. Glabridin possesses similar abilities as SOD(Super Oxide Dismutase), meaning it can remove free radicals. Additionally, it has antioxidant properties similar to Vitamin E.