The Effects of Licorice on Skin

Skin is the outer layer that covers our body completely. This tissue is flexible and soft. The skin responsibilities are protection, sensation and regulation. Skin protects our body against the entrance of bacteria, microbes and viruses. Generally, it defends us from external factors. Its other functions are production of vitamin D and temperature regulation.

Skin plays an essential role in our appearance and beauty. People tend to have a soft, smooth and bright skin. They try to avoid skin sagging and appearing wrinkles. There are many chemical products for skin but recently a growing tendency towards herbal remedies has emerged.

Using herbs for skin dates back to ancient times. One of these herbs is licorice.

In this article, we discuss the effects of licorice on skin.

Medicinal Effects of Licorice on Our Skin

A study showed that licorice leaves and extract have a positive effect on the treatment of skin infections. Licorice extract prevents infection and contamination on the skin surface and keeps it clean. Licorice contains a substance which has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties and is effective in treating acne, eczema and psoriasis. On the other hand, this plant reduces skin sensitivity and redness. Due to these characteristics, licorice is effective in treating psoriasis, acne, eczema and other problems. How Licorice Affects Our Beauty? Studies showed that licorice acts as a powerful agent in controlling pigments. Hyperpigmentation is caused by the abnormal collection of pigments, making some dullness and blemishes appear on the surface of skin. Using licorice is a proper solution for this problem. This plant contains flavonoids that disperse melanin on the skin surface, which in turn brightens the skin and removes blemishes. Fading or disappearance of these spots is due to the presence of a substance called Glabridin in licorice.Licorice root has many benefits for hair and one of them is the treatment of dryness and oily scalp.
Licorice is used for sensitive skin and to treat dandruff. It can prevent hair loss and make our hair grow faster. The use of this plant opens the pores of the scalp and strengthens the hair follicles. It prevents thinning hair strands. It is also used to repair damaged and colored hair.
In Indian traditional medicine, this plant has been used for better hair growth and prevention of hair loss. Based on Sepidan Osareh Jonoob Company’s surveys, licorice extract is rich in antioxidants, so it is anti-aging and rejuvenating; it helps regenerate collagen to keep our skin soft and smooth. This plant also prevents skin sagging and removes wrinkles under eyes and keeps skin moisture. According to studies, an active antioxidant (Licochalcone A), which is the main ingredient in licorice root extract, is able to protect the skin against UV rays, and this is done by strengthening the skin’s own defense system. In fact, the skin’s defense system is stimulated by the use of licorice extract. In addition, it leads to the production of more antioxidants.Licorice contains enzymes that act as a skin protector against sunlight.

Provided by: Sepidan Osareh Jonoob Co.Edited

by: Meysam Shokripour

References :iranlicorice.com