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Licorice Seed Extract – Benefits, Side Effects & Uses

by ThankMeNow Editors on Sep 10, 2025
By 2026, Licorice Seed Extract has redefined how we approach "Reactive Pigmentation." Unlike traditional brighteners that can be inflammatory, Licorice Seed Extract utilizes Licochalcone-A, a potent phyto-compound that inhibits the skin’s "alarm signals" triggered by UV and pollution. This creates a "Silent Barrier" effect, allowing the skin to recover from micro-stress before it translates into visible redness or dark spots. For the high-performance minimalist, it serves as the ultimate routine stabilizer, ensuring that strong actives like Retinol can deliver results without the associated "retinoid flush" or barrier fatigue.