Benefits of licorice for skin care:

• Brightens skin tone – Helps reduce the appearance of dullness and promotes a more even-looking complexion.
• Helps with dark spots – Contains compounds (such as glabridin) that may help reduce the appearance of post-acne marks and uneven pigmentation.
• Soothes irritated skin – Often used to calm skin that looks red or feels sensitive.
• Antioxidant support – Helps protect skin from environmental stress.
• May support acne-prone skin – Its soothing properties can help reduce the appearance of redness associated with blemishes.
• Supports a more even complexion – Often included in brightening skincare formulas.

How to use licorice in skincare:

• Licorice powder face mask: Mix with rose water, yogurt, or honey and apply for 10–15 minutes.
• Serums or creams: Look for products containing Licorice Root Extract.
• Combine with ingredients like: Vitamin C, niacinamide, or aloe vera.

Good to know:

• Patch test before first use.
• Use sunscreen during the day, especially when targeting pigmentation.
• Results for dark spots usually take consistent use over several weeks.