Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Glycyrrhetinic acid is safe for topical cosmetic use with no concern in typical concentrations; related compound glycyrrhizic acid causes pseudo-aldosteronism only at high oral doses, which is not applicable to topical application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glycyrrhetinic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Glycyrrhetinic acid is safe for topical cosmetic use with no concern in typical concentrations; related compound glycyrrhizic acid causes pseudo-aldosteronism only at high oral doses, which is not applicable to topical application. The EU classifies Glycyrrhetinic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Glycyrrhetinic Acid allowed in the EU?
Glycyrrhetinic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glycyrrhetinic Acid do in cosmetics?
Glycyrrhetinic Acid functions as: Skin conditioning — anti-inflammatory, soothing agent derived from licorice. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 471-53-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Glycyrrhetinic Acid?
adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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