A natural skin conditioner derived from licorice root that hydrates and soothes the skin, helping it stay soft and comfortable.
Formula
C48H80O5
Mol. Weight
737.10
CAS #
4827-59-2
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic derivative combining glycyrrhetinic acid with stearic acid, developed to improve stability and skin penetration of licorice's active compounds. Created in the late 20th century as a more shelf-stable alternative to raw glycyrrhetinic acid.