Ammonium Glycyrrhizate
A glycyrrhizic acid salt from licorice. It helps calm irritated and reddened skin. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
A soothing licorice active. Safe.
- CIR Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
How to read tiers A–F
- BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ammonium Glycyrrhizate safe during pregnancy?
Ammonium Glycyrrhizate is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Ammonium Glycyrrhizate for?
Ammonium Glycyrrhizate suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Ammonium Glycyrrhizate and what does it do in cosmetics?
A glycyrrhizic acid salt from licorice.
What's the INCI name for Ammonium Glycyrrhizate?
The INCI name is Ammonium Glycyrrhizate.
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