The “whitening gold” of the plant world--Glycyrrhizidine
The reason why the light licorice is “whitening gold” reputation, mainly because it is difficult to purify, low extraction rate, the price of raw materials is comparable to gold. It is understood that the whitening effect of this ingredient is outstanding, whitening effect is 140 times that of niacinamide. Light glycyrrhizin can not only prevent blackening, but also help the skin white back, in the whitening ingredients can be said to be both inside and outside, not to be missed.
Glycyrrhiza glabra mainly has anti-inflammatory, anti-aging effect, but also has a certain role in whitening the skin.
The whitening principle of Photoglycoside is to inhibit melanin through 4 major pathways:
Under the joint action of the four pathways, Glabridin can achieve the purpose of efficient whitening, repairing the skin dullness, redness and acne and acne marks, so that the skin returns to the natural delicate white.
FDA tested Glabridin is a safe ingredient that does not cause skin irritation. Therefore, compared to most whitening ingredients, Glabridin is safe and effective, without the need to build up tolerance, and sensitive skin can also feel at ease on the face.
Glabridin has excellent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antimelanogenic properties, which have led to its use as an ingredient in various cosmetic and medical treatments (e.g., creams, lotions, body washes, etc.). It can be made into whitening creams, and patented products of this type are already on the market.
It is important to note that glycyrrhizin must be stored at 2-10°C. It can easily deteriorate in hot environments. It is also important to protect yourself from the sun while using products containing glycyrrhizin. The side effects of glycyrrhizin are relatively small, but the use of this ingredient should also be noted that those who are allergic to this ingredient are prohibited, and a small number of patients using glycyrrhizin may experience skin rashes, itching, redness, stinging and other side effects, such cases, it is recommended to consult a doctor and stop using it immediately.
