Benefits
of Licorice Root for Skin
Most people
are familiar with licorice as the strong candy they enjoyed (or despised) as
children. It is also used as a sweetener and medicine all over the world. It is
a fuzzy, leafy plant with a deep root system in its natural state; when dried
and clipped, it resembles little more than a plain stick.
Here, we
enjoy licorice for its benefits in relaxing and illuminating dull, lifeless
skin. While you may like the strong herbal flavor of this sweet treat, licorice
root advantages extend far beyond taste. You may have noticed licorice root
extract on a couple of our ingredient lists.
This
straightforward stick conceals a plethora of health advantages in its
understated appearance. The usage of the root for herbal medicines and other
medical purposes dates back to ancient Egypt. Recent studies indicate that licorice
root might still soothe both internally and topically.
In addition
to imparting licorice powder’s flavor, the active ingredient in the root also
has anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, and antioxidant qualities that are
beneficial to health. Licorice powder is an effective and useful component of
anti-acne skin care since it has antibacterial properties when applied
topically. Eczema and other inflammatory disorders can be treated with it.
5
Important Licorice Root Skin Benefits:
Hyperpigmentation
is Aided:
One of the
most well-known properties of this herb is its ability to improve
hyperpigmentation. When your skin generates more melanin in some patches or
areas than in others, it is said to be hyperpigmented, giving the skin an
uneven tone and a darker look.
Exposure to
free radicals is a common cause of this because they can harm skin cells that
make melanin and lead them to overproduce pigment. By preventing the
development of melanin and free radicals, licorice root fights against this
process. This is one of the reasons why licorice root extract is used in mild,
efficient dark spot removers to help even out skin patches.
Effective
antioxidant:
You may
thank glycyrrhizin (pronounced “glys-err-eye-zin”) for the
effectiveness of licorice in treating atopic dermatitis, rosacea, and
psoriasis. The acid is what gives licorice its sweet flavor. The main component
of our Brightening Serum is Glycyrrhiza glabra root, which is the scientific
name for the licorice plant.
Due to
glycyrrhizin’s anti-inflammatory properties, skin that is inflamed and
irritated will exhibit reduced redness and irritation. It guards against free
radical damage to our skin as an antioxidant. Sun damage is one of the most
common stresses in daily life, and some of the most evident symptoms of free
radical damage appear on our epidermis. This is why using a pure, animal-free
sunscreen to shield oneself from UV rays is so crucial!
Protects
Skin:
Another
active component, Licochalcone A, provides us with the protective properties of
licorice root (lick-uh-chal-cone). As a result, your skin’s antioxidant levels
rise, strengthening its defenses and reducing the risk of UV ray damage. Not to
mention that it can shield skin from harm even after exposure to UV rays
without protection.
