A glycyrrhizic acid salt from licorice. It helps calm irritated and reddened skin. Well tolerated.
Topical application
BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations.
A soothing licorice active. Safe.
Ammonium Glycyrrhizate (INCI: Ammonium Glycyrrhizate) is the ammonium salt of glycyrrhizic acid from licorice. In a formula it acts as a soothing agent and helps ease the feeling of irritated, flushed skin. It has a reasonable evidence base as a calming active: licorice derivatives are supported for tempering redness and dampening the skin's inflammatory response. This is not a merely decorative component, though its effect is supportive and shows best in routines for reactive, redness-prone skin. Applied topically it has no systemic impact, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is good. Irritation and allergy potential are low, and it suits sensitive skin and rosacea-prone profiles. It does not clog pores.
Irritation potential
LowAllergen risk
LowPregnancy
SafeSuitable for
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Ammonium Glycyrrhizate is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
Ammonium Glycyrrhizate suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
A glycyrrhizic acid salt from licorice.
The INCI name is Ammonium Glycyrrhizate. It may also appear as: Аммония глицирризат.
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