Source: Glycyrrhiza glabra

CAS No: 59870-68-7
Molecular Formula: C20H20O4
Molecular Weight: 324.37

Appearance: White Powder

Purity: 5%-90% by HPLC 

Glabridin is a chemical compound that is found in the root extract of licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra).

Glabridin is an isoflavane, a type of isoflavonoid. This product is part of a larger family of plant-derived molecules, the natural phenols.
It is used as an ingredient in cosmetics and is listed in International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI).
Glabridin is yellowish-brown powder. It is insoluble in water, but soluble in organic solvents such as propylene glycol.

Health Benefits:

1.Glabridin has depigmentation and lightening properties. It inhibits the production of melanin, the 

pigment responsible for the colouring of the skin; 
2.Studies have show positive effects in fields like LDL(low-density lipoprotein ) protection against oxidation; 
3.Glabridin inhibits the inflammatory reaction by blocking cyclooxygenase and preventing the formation of free radicals such as superoxide anions; 
4.At the same time Glabridin prevent rough skin and also has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial effect;

Application:

1.As a sweetener, licorice exatrct is used in food industry;

2.As as raw materials of drugs for clearing heat and detoxicating,licorice extract is used in medicine field;

3.As product for benefiting stomach, licorice extract is widely used in health industry;

4.Licorice extract applied in cosmetic field, licorice extract is able to nourish and cure the skin.