Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza): effective % & pH 감초 추출물
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⚡ Quick answer: Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza): effective concentration extract levels vary; dipotassium glycyrrhizate commonly 0.1–0.5%, optimal pH 4.5–7.0, evidence Moderate. Licorice is a supporting brightener and soother — expect it to work alongside niacinamide or arbutin, not instead of them.
How much Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza) actually works? Here's the dosage, pH and evidence — the formulator-level read behind the % on a Korean label.
| Effective % | extract levels vary; dipotassium glycyrrhizate commonly 0.1–0.5% |
|---|---|
| Optimal pH | 4.5–7.0 |
| Evidence | Moderate |
| Onset | 4–8 weeks for tone |
What the % on the label really means
Licorice is a supporting brightener and soother — expect it to work alongside niacinamide or arbutin, not instead of them.
⚠️ Ceiling: Higher levels of the salt form can affect formula stability rather than adding benefit.
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✍️ Written & reviewed by the KoreaPlus Editorial team — dermatologist-informed, cosmetic-science researched & source-cited. Last reviewed: 2026-08-23.
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