It's not talked about, but it's actually an excellent skin-beautifying ingredient
Japan is known as a beauty powerhouse, and every year there is a never-ending stream of news about new cosmetic technologies and ingredients.
CICA , niacinamide, ceramide, retinol ... Many ingredients have become popular, and cosmetics containing them are being sold one after another.
However, there are some ingredients that aren't talked about much and are a bit plain, but are actually very excellent.
One of them is "dipotassium glycyrrhizinate."
In this article, we will explain in detail why you should incorporate dipotassium glycyrrhizinate into your skin care routine.
What is glycyrrhizinic acid dipotassium?
There is a plant called licorice that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine, including traditional Chinese medicine, since ancient times.
Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate is derived from glycyrrhizin, a substance extracted from licorice root. It is made by hydrolyzing glycyrrhizin, purifying it, and reacting it with potassium hydroxide.
It comes in a fine white powder form and can also gel watery ingredients.
It is actually a very sweet substance. It is said to be 30 to 50 times sweeter than sugar, and is also used as a sweetener in food.
Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate is an active ingredient in quasi-drugs
Glycyrrhizic acid is a naturally occurring anti-inflammatory ingredient.
Its effectiveness has been proven, and it is approved for use as an active ingredient in quasi-drugs in Japan. It has the effect of calming red or inflamed skin.
Of course, it is also widely used in cosmetics that are not quasi-drugs.
It is often found in lotions, serums, creams, and face masks that claim to "condition the skin," "tighten," "close pores," etc. It is also used inacne skin care and pore care products .
But for some reason, it is rarely mentioned as a topical ingredient.
Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate may seem a little plain, but its anti-inflammatory effects are actually attracting a lot of attention around the world.
Works well with collagen and hyaluronic acid in the skin
In cosmetics, dipotassium glycyrrhizinate can be expected to have a calming effect that suppresses skin inflammation.
But there may be more to it than that.
Although the number of subjects is small, some studies have shown the effect of repairing and regenerating damaged skin . These studies suggest that both type I collagen and dipotassium glycyrrhizinate may promote epidermal regeneration.
It has also been said that dipotassium glycyrrhizinate has the ability to retain moisture in the skin, but there are some studies that prove this.
This research has shown that it helps prevent the loss of hyaluronic acid in skin stressed by UV rays, which may help keep skin moisturized and slow down the aging process.
Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate has been considered a welcome ingredient for people who are concerned about rough skin. However, in the future, it may become an ingredient that attracts attention from people who want anti-aging effects as well.
Related article on hyaluronic acid: Is there a difference between sodium hyaluronate and hyaluronic acid?
Safety of Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate
Since it is a cosmetic ingredient, we cannot say that it is absolutely safe for everyone. In rare cases, some people may experience allergic reactions.
However, dipotassium glycyrrhizinate is considered an ingredient that most people can use safely. It has also been evaluated by the EWG as being highly safe.
In addition, since it contains plant-derived vegan ingredients , it is also suitable for those who want to use ethical cosmetics.
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