Licorice Root in Skincare
If you read the ingredient lists on brightening serums, you will often see licorice root extract. It shows up in products that target dark spots, melasma, and post-acne marks, and it is not just marketing. Licorice contains several plant compounds that have been studied for their effects on pigment, irritation, and oxidative stress in the skin.1,2 This article explains what licorice root extract is, how it works on hyperpigmentation, what the research actually shows, and how to use it in a sensible, evidence-informed skincare routine. What Is Licorice Root Extract?...
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