Ingredient glossary
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
INCI: Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate · Also: Dipotassium Glycyrrhizin, Licorice Root Derivative
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What it does
- soothing
- anti inflammatory
- barrier support
- anti redness
moderate evidenceRandomized parallel group studies of emollients containing dipotassium glycyrrhizin show significant reductions in SCORAD pruritus scores and flare frequency in adults with atopic dermatitis without notable adverse events.
On a label: usually effective at 0.1-0.5%.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- sensitive
- very sensitive
- atopic
- acne prone
- compromised barrier
Approach with care
- rare licorice allergy
- Clogs poresLow
- Irritation riskLow
Plays well with
- panthenol
- beta glucan
- ceramides
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