botanical soothing
| Concern | Strength | Studies | What the research says |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dark spots & hyperpigmentation | Strong | 1 | In a split-face controlled trial in 20 women with epidermal melasma, liquiritin cream (the main skin-lightening flavonoid of licorice/Glycyrrhiza glabra) applied to one side twice daily for 4 weeks improved melasma,… |
| Redness & sensitivity | Relevant | 1 | In a randomized triple-blind trial in 48 patients with second-degree burns, a topical 5% Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) gel in a guar-gum base accelerated burn-wound healing and reduced scarring compared with standard… |
No known conflicts — Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract isn’t flagged against any concern or skin condition.
Strength reflects the ingredient’s effect on each concern; study counts match research whose findings relate to that concern.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is a botanical soothing backed by a moderate body of supporting evidence (evidence tier 2 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 2 reporting a positive effect.
Phytomedicine Plus · 2025 · rct · n=48
In a randomized triple-blind trial in 48 patients with second-degree burns, a topical 5% Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) gel in a guar-gum base accelerated burn-wound healing and reduced scarring compared with standard silver sulfadiazine cream, supporting a soothing, anti-inflammatory role for licorice on inflamed skin.
International Journal of Dermatology · 2000 · rct · n=20
In a split-face controlled trial in 20 women with epidermal melasma, liquiritin cream (the main skin-lightening flavonoid of licorice/Glycyrrhiza glabra) applied to one side twice daily for 4 weeks improved melasma, with pigment intensity and lesion size graded as more improved than the vehicle-treated side.
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Klairs
Supple Preparation Unscented Toner
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Supple Preparation Unscented Toner
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Supple Preparation Unscented Toner is a calming serum by Klairs. Key ingredients include Water, Butylene Glycol, Betaine.
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Nip + Fab
NIP+FAB Peptide Fix Melting Jelly Cleanser 120ml
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$21.53120ml · $0.18/ml
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NIP+FAB Peptide Fix Melting Jelly Cleanser 120ml
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$21.53120ml · $0.18/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sweet Almond Oil and Ethylhexyl Palmitate)
NIP+FAB Peptide Fix Melting Jelly Cleanser 120ml is a water cleanser by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Sweet Almond Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica.
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SkinMedica
SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser (6 fl. oz.)
Exfoliant – for Acne & breakouts, Blackheads
$48.00177.4ml · $0.27/ml
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SkinMedica
SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser (6 fl. oz.)
Exfoliant – for Acne & breakouts, Blackheads
$48.00177.4ml · $0.27/ml
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May aggravate: Rosacea (Lavender Oil and Citrus Oils)
SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser (6 fl. oz.) is a exfoliant by SkinMedica. Key ingredients include Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Salicylic Acid, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract.
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Day Dream Vitamin C + Niacinamide Tone & Texture Serum
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$17.0029.6ml · $0.57/ml
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Bubble
Day Dream Vitamin C + Niacinamide Tone & Texture Serum
Serum
$17.0029.6ml · $0.57/ml
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Day Dream Vitamin C + Niacinamide Tone & Texture Serum is a brightening serum by Bubble. Key ingredients include Water, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glycerin.
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Redefine Daily Foaming Face Cleanser
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$45.00124.2ml · $0.36/ml
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May aggravate: Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Lauric Acid and Myristic Acid)
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Redefine Daily Foaming Face Cleanser
Cleanser
$45.00124.2ml · $0.36/ml
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May aggravate: Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Lauric Acid and Myristic Acid)
Redefine Daily Foaming Face Cleanser is a water cleanser by RODAN + FIELDS. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Stearic Acid.
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The Brightening Serum - 1.0 oz
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$89.0029.6ml · $3.01/ml
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The Brightening Serum - 1.0 oz
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The Brightening Serum - 1.0 oz is a antioxidant serum by Tatcha. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol.
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Weekend Glow Brightening Serum
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$18.9929.6ml · $0.64/ml
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Versed
Weekend Glow Brightening Serum
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$18.9929.6ml · $0.64/ml
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Weekend Glow Brightening Serum is a brightening serum by Versed. Key ingredients include Water, Propylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol.
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Lancaster
Lancaster Sun Perfect Sun Illuminating Cream SPF 50 50ml
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Lancaster Sun Perfect Sun Illuminating Cream SPF 50 50ml
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Revision Skincare
Revision Skincare® Brightening Facial Wash 6.7 fl. oz.
Cleanser
$47.00198.1ml · $0.24/ml
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May aggravate: Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Revision Skincare
Revision Skincare® Brightening Facial Wash 6.7 fl. oz.
Cleanser
$47.00198.1ml · $0.24/ml
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May aggravate: Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Revision Skincare® Brightening Facial Wash 6.7 fl. oz. is a water cleanser by Revision Skincare. Key ingredients include Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside.
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Dermalogica
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Enzyme Powder 74g
Serum
$82.5574ml · $1.12/ml
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May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid); Rosacea (Tea Tree Oil, Limonene and Citrus Oils)
Dermalogica
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Enzyme Powder 74g
Serum
$82.5574ml · $1.12/ml
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May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid); Rosacea (Tea Tree Oil, Limonene and Citrus Oils)
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Enzyme Powder 74g is a skincare product by Dermalogica. Key ingredients include Colloidal Oatmeal, Allantoin, Salicylic Acid.
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Set up your skin profileEducational information, not medical advice. Study findings summarise the cited research and may not reflect every formulation.