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Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Water-soluble licorice root derivative used to soothe visible redness.

ModerateSeveral cosmetic studies support soothing; not a steroid.
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Sources2 cited

Water-soluble licorice root derivative used to soothe visible redness.

What it does

Common calming adjunct alongside centella asiatica and botanical mixes.

The evidence

Evidence grade moderate: Several cosmetic studies support soothing; not a steroid. Credible chemical identity and cosmetic-use context come from CIR/SCCS/manufacturer INCI definitions and databases such as SpecialChem/PubChem[1].

How to use it

Expect this as a supporting INCI line item unless labeled as a featured active.

Evidence by claim

Graded separately; the entry grade is the best-supported claim
Water-soluble licorice root derivative used to soothe visible redness.[1]
Moderate

Safety & limits

Source and region, always
all — Used in cosmetics within conventional leave-on/rinse-off levels; see cited safety literature.[1] CA US EU UK

Sources · 2

Numbered as cited in the text
  1. [1]Cosmetic Ingredient Review. Glycyrrhizic Acid and salts. CIR (2007)regulator
  2. [2]SpecialChem. SpecialChem INCI profile: Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate. SpecialChem (2024)other

Revision history

18 Sept 2026Drafted by botTheSkindex Desk