Loved

Glycyrrhetinic Acid

Explained

Glycyrrhetinic acid is a compound found in licorice. It has skin conditioning, skin soothing, antibacterial, and antioxidant properties.

Not only is this a great ingredient for soothing inflammation, studies show this compound is effective at protecting skin against UV-B induced damage.

Fun fact: This ingredient is also used to mask the bitter taste of medicine.

See all 234 products with Glycyrrhetinic Acid

Users who like it
97%
Users who avoid it
3%

What it does

Skin Conditioning To hydrate and soften skin

Alternative names

Glycyrrhizinic Acid
Enoxolone

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.3%
Top categories
Sunscreens
Moisturizers
Treatments
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 34152
INCI Name GLYCYRRHETINIC ACID
INN Name enoxolone
EC #  207-444-6
All Functions Skin Conditioning