Organic liquorice root- Sweet and gentle botanical power for sensitive skin

Sweet liquorice root- you probably know liquorice as the distinctive, savoury-sweet confectionary that owes its particular taste to the juice extracted from liquorice root. Whether you like liquorice or not, one thing is certain: skin loves this ingredient. The plant has been prized for centuries and is especially beneficial for sensitive skin. Let us tell you all about the beautifying power of organic liquorice root.

INCI name: Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Liquorice) Root Extract

Typical growing regions: Mediterranean region and West Asia

Special talent: Soothes irritations and calms the skin

Full root power ahead

Liquorice belongs to the Fabaceae family and is a perennial plant that grows up to 2 metres high, found predominantly in the Mediterranean region (Spain, southern France, Italy and Greece) as well as in western Asia. As the name suggests, organic liquorice root extract is extracted from the root of this plant and contains numerous ingredients such as flavonoids, phytosterols and coumarins that are beneficial to the skin. Glycyrrhizic acid in particular stands out due to its ability to soothe irritated skin and its antioxidant properties.