Licorice Root, we love you for many reasons! (If you have sensitive skin, then this #ingredientsmatter post is for you.) Discover this potent ingredient in URJA’s Calm Moisturizer💚 Licorice Root Extract is a strong anti-inflammatory, helping to soothe the skin... it’s also a major “skin-protector.” 🙌🏽 Read on for more.
••• Licorice often shows up in products meant for sensitive, reddened skin... here’s why:
▫️ Licorice root is usually used to soothe stomach problems and heartburn. It is known to restore balance to the body — and skin! This is due to the anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties of glycyrrhizic acid, found in licorice root.
▫️ Improving hyperpigmentation is one of this plant’s most well known attributes. It is said to help treat atopic dermatitis, rosacea and psoriasis – AKA, less redness and irritation for inflamed, irritated skin.
▫️ This power plant also contains glabridin, a UV-fighting super ingredient... 🙅🏻♀️ UVB rays! When used topically, licorice root protects the skin — helping it to produce higher levels of antioxidants, fortifying your skin’s defenses and preventing UV damage in the process.