Liquorice Powder
Soothing
Oral hygiene
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Properties
As a cosmetic ingredient, licorice powder is known for the following properties:
Soothes delicate skin prone to itching
Softens the skin
Brightens the skin, evens out and illuminates the complexion
Rich in antioxidants, useful for limiting the signs of skin aging
Indications
Mature skin
Skin prone to itching
Atopic-prone skin
Skin that has been damaged (by cold, UV rays, pollution, etc.) and sensitive skin
Properties
In oral care, licorice powder is recognized for the following properties:
Freshens breath
Pleasant sweet taste, without the presence of sugar
Beauty
Use as an ingredient in your preparations:
Brightening treatments
Moisturizing and softening treatments: creams, gels, balms, etc.
After-shave creams
Synergies
For indulgent and softening skincare products
Mouth
Use as an ingredient in your preparations.
Toothpastes
Oral hygiene products
In masks and poultices: use licorice powder as is, mixed with other natural powders.
In creams, gels, lotions, etc.: make a hydroglycerin macerate of licorice and incorporate it into the aqueous phase.
Glycyrrhizic acid and flavonoids are water-soluble. To get the most out of licorice powder, it needs to be extracted with an aqueous mixture, ideally water/glycerin.
Dosage
2 to 5%
Insoluble in oil
Insoluble in water
Dispersible in water when stirred
Use in homemade cosmetics
Toothpaste, cream & lotion, gel, mask
1 scoop 5 ml (level*) | 3.0 g |
1 scoop 2 ml (level*) | 1.4 g |
1 stainless steel spoon TAD (arasée*) | 0.65 g |
1 stainless steel spoon DASH (arasée*) | 0.25 g |
1 stainless steel spoon PINCH (leveled*) | 0.18 g |
1 stainless steel spoon SMIDGEN (arasée*) | 0.08 g |
1 spoonful DROP (arasée*) | 0.02g |
1 spoonful 0.05 ml (leveled*) | 0.03 g |
1 spoonful 0.5 ml (level*) | 0.25 g |
* leveled: a spoon filled to the brim, with the excess removed using a spatula or the back of a knife
2% licorice powder | 0.3 g |
5% licorice powder | 0.75 g |
2% licorice powder | 0.6 g |
5% licorice powder | 1.5 g |
2% licorice powder | 1.25 g |
5% licorice powder | 2.5 g |
2% licorice powder | 2.5 g |
5% licorice powder | 5.0 g |
2% licorice powder | 7.5 g |
5% licorice powder | 15 g |
Vegetable glycerin | 5 ml |
Mineral water | 45 ml |
Licorice powder | 5 g |
Vegetable glycerin | 10 ml |
Mineral water | 90 ml |
Licorice powder | 10 g |
Choose an amount appropriate to the quantity needed in your formula, allowing a little extra to compensate for losses due to filtration.
Method of use
Mix the mineral water and glycerin in a sealed bottle that has been disinfected (rinsed with rubbing alcohol), taking all necessary hygiene precautions.
Weigh the amount of powder using a scale.
Using a powder funnel, pour the powder into the aqueous mixture.
Shake well to disperse the powder evenly in the liquid.
Leave to macerate for 24 hours away from air and light, shaking occasionally.
After maceration, filter using a coffee filter or a suitable clean cloth.
Collect the filtrate and transfer it using a clean pipette to a clean, airtight bottle that has been previously disinfected.
This extract is ready to be incorporated as an aqueous phase in your skincare products.
Caution: without preservatives, this extract is very sensitive to microbial contamination. Be sure to use it quickly and store it in the refrigerator.
If you want to keep it longer, you will need to add a preservative: 10 drops of Aroma-Zone or Cosgard Grapefruit Seed Extract per 50 ml of macerate and 20 drops per 100 ml of macerate.
Quality
100% pure and natural plant powder.
Method of extraction
Dried licorice root, peeled, then ground into powder.
Botanical name
Glycyrrhiza glabra
Botanical family
Fabaceae
Function
Toothpaste additive (flavor), mild skin brightener, soothing
Country of origin
Azerbaijan, China
Benefits and properties
Soothing
Healthy glow
Unifying
INCI designation
Glycyrrhiza glabra root powder
Presentation
Fine powder with a light yellow color, a subtle licorice scent, and a sweet, mild, slightly bitter, very pronounced, and distinctive taste, packaged in a zip-lock bag.
Main active ingredients
Glycyrrhizic acid (Glycyrrhizin): sweet and pleasant taste, soothing activity
Flavonoids and isoflavonoids, including glabrene and isoliquiritigenin: brightening action
Learn more
Glycyrrhizic acid, also known as glycyrrhizin, is the characteristic molecule and major component of licorice. Well known for its sweetening power, which is 30 to 50 times greater than that of sugar, it is also responsible for the very pleasant and characteristic taste of licorice sticks. This is why it is highly valued in the manufacture of toothpaste.
Recent studies also show that glycyrrhizin, 18-beta-glycyrrhetinic acid, and liquiritigenin, found in licorice root, have powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties and therefore have soothing potential in certain cases of skin allergies.
A hydroglycerine macerate of licorice powder is therefore the ideal active ingredient for soothing irritated or sensitive skin.
Licorice also contains numerous flavonoids known for their antioxidant activity and their ability to trap free radicals and fight lipid peroxidation, which is very useful in anti-aging and soothing products.Finally, glabrene and isoliquiritigenin are thought to inhibit tyrosinase, an enzyme involved in melanin biosynthesis, making licorice a preferred ingredient in the development of skin-lightening products. It is important to note that regular and high intake of glycyrrhizin (more than 1 g/day) is not recommended in cases of high blood pressure.
Storage
This product is sensitive to moisture, light, and heat. Store the powder in its original bag in a dry (avoid damp rooms such as bathrooms) and cool place. Carefully reseal the bag after each use, after removing the air inside.
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
Wearing gloves, goggles, a dust mask, and a smock is strongly recommended.
This is a powdery product; do not use near a source of ventilation.
Not recommended for internal use by people suffering from high blood pressure.
Warning
The properties, indications and methods of use described above are derived from scientific literature and/or reference books or websites in aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. This general information is provided for informational purposes only and cannot under any circumstances be considered as medical information. This information cannot under any circumstances replace a diagnosis, consultation or medical follow-up, nor engage our liability.
Environmental qualities and characteristics product sheet
Reference
01279 - powdered licorice 50 g
Main packaging material
Paper bag
Recyclability
Most packaging can be recycled
EO = Essential Oil VO = Vegetable Oil or oil macerate
For a 50 ml glass jar
Equipment: 1 saucepan; 1 mortar; 1 pestle; 1 mini whisk; 1 scale.
Aloe vera oil macerate: 15 g
Organic Rosemary Verbenone Hydrosol: 5 g
Vegetable substitute for lanolin: 2 g
Rice wax: 2 g
Shea butter: 1 g
Licorice powder: 1 teaspoon
Propolis plant tincture: 5 drops
Natural vitamin E: 4 drops
Method: Pour the aloe vera oil macerate, rice wax, and shea butter into the mortar. Heat the mixture in a double boiler until the rice wax and shea butter are completely melted. Remove the saucepan from the heat and wait for the mixture to cool slightly. Add the rosemary hydrosol in small amounts, stirring in a figure-eight motion with the pestle at the bottom of the mortar to help the emulsion set. Add the licorice powder, vegetable lanolin substitute, propolis vegetable tincture, and vitamin E, continuing to stir in a figure-eight motion with the pestle. Pour the mixture into the jar and store in a cool place.
Important notes (Aroma-Zone): It is not easy to make a stable emulsion (cream, milk) using only wax. As waxes are weak emulsifiers, we recommend adding an emulsifier. In addition, to ensure the preservation of this preparation, we recommend adding a preservative.
Recommended container: tube or dispenser bottle for toothpaste
Ingredients for 250 ml:
White clay: 50 g
Calcium carbonate: 50 g
Licorice powder: 2 teaspoons
Bamboo powder: 1 teaspoon
Iris root powder: 1/2 teaspoon for its whitening properties
Orange blossom hydrosol: 100 ml
Calendula tincture: 20 drops
Tea tree essential oil: 3 drops
Grapefruit seed extract: 50 drops
Natural vitamin E: 17 drops
Method: Pour the white clay, calcium carbonate, bamboo powder, licorice powder, and iris root powder into the bowl. Add the orange blossom hydrosol and mix with the mini whisk until you obtain a smooth paste. Finally, add the calendula tincture, tea tree essential oil, natural vitamin E, and grapefruit seed extract, and mix everything together. Pour the toothpaste into the tube, which has been sterilized beforehand.
Glabrene and isoliquiritigenin as tyrosinase inhibitors from licorice roots
J Agric Food Chem. 2003 Feb 26;51(5):1201-7 Nerya O, Vaya J, Musa R, Izrael S, Ben-Arie R, Tamir S.
In vitro and in vivo antiallergic effects of Glycyrrhiza glabra and its components.
Planta Med. 2007 Mar;73(3):257-61. Epub 2007 Feb 28. Shin YW, Bae EA, Lee B, Lee SH, Kim JA, Kim YS, Kim DH.
Mechanism of anti-inflammatory action of licorice extract and glycyrrhizin.
Nat Prod Res. 2007 Dec;21(14):1234-41. Racková L, Jancinová V, Petríková M, Drábiková K, Nosál R, Stefek M, Kostálová D, Prónayová N, Kovácová M.
Saeedi M, Morteza-Semnani K, Ghoreishi MR. The treatment of atopic dermatitis with licorice gel.
J Dermatolog Treat. 2003 Sep;14(3):153-7.
In vitro and in vivo antiallergic effects of Glycyrrhiza glabra and its components.
Shin YW, Bae EA, Lee B, Lee SH, Kim JA, Kim YS, Kim DH. Planta Med. 2007 Mar;73(3):257-61. Epub 2007 Feb 28.
Mechanism of anti-inflammatory action of licorice extract and glycyrrhizin.
Racková L, Jancinová V, Petríková M, Drábiková K, Nosál R, Stefek M, Kostálová D, Prónayová N, Kovácová M. Nat Prod Res. 2007 Dec;21(14):1234-41
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Frequently Asked Questions
I've been using it recently in my homemade toothpaste powder. I'm very happy, I can no longer stand conventional toothpastes that foam, don't remove plaque, and sting for no reason. I have a pleasant taste in my mouth after each use. I love it and I recommend it
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