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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential for sensitization in susceptible individuals; lipophilic fraction may concentrate certain compounds differently than aqueous extracts. Lipophilic fraction of licorice root; enriched in glabridin and lipophilic flavonoids rather than glycyrrhizin (which is water-soluble); particularly valued for skin-brightening in oil-phase formulations
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Is Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Oil safe in cosmetics?
Potential for sensitization in susceptible individuals; lipophilic fraction may concentrate certain compounds differently than aqueous extracts. Lipophilic fraction of licorice root; enriched in glabridin and lipophilic flavonoids rather than glycyrrhizin (which is water-soluble); particularly valued for skin-brightening in oil-phase formulations The EU classifies Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Oil allowed in the EU?
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Oil do in cosmetics?
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Oil functions as: Skin Conditioning, Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 97676-23-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Oil?
not established 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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