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We are Wholesale suppliers and exporters of :-
Liquorice Root,
Liquorice Root Extracts,
Liquoric Extracts - 10%, 20% (Glycyrrhizic acid)
Description
A hardy herb or undershrub; rootstock thick with many branched stems or
roots; leaves pinnate;
lavender
flower or violet in axillary spikes; pods compressed.
Chemical Constituents
The characteristic aroma of the volatile oil of liquorice is due to the
presence of a mixture of estragole, anethole, eugenol, indole, y-nonalactone
and cumic alcohol. liquorice or sweetwort it contains mainly isoflavonoids,
flavonoids and phytosterols. Isoflavonoids have an inhibitory effect on the
synthesis of melanin, the dyestuW of pigmentation and tan.
Cosmetic uses: Licorice Root
Great facial steaming herb used to open and soothe the pores so that other
herbs may cleanse and medicate them. Liquorice being anti-inflammatory,
astringent, anti-microbial, free radical scavenger, UV absorption, helps
reduce the appearance of skin discoloration. Licorice root is said to be
very soothing to dry, irritated skin. I have seen this extract in very
expensive dermatology treatments to soothe skin after AHA and retinol
treatments.
Glycyrrhizic acid derived from liquorice root. It has antibacterial
properties, which make it particularly suitable for use in deodorants. It
relieves inflammation, stems harmful bacterial growth and is often used in
cosmetic preparations to combat impure skin. AHA
apricot
seeds kernel oil and liquorice help to re-texturise and smooth the
skin leaving it feeling supple and comfortable.
Licorice root extract is used in Ayurvedic medicine as a treatment for
inflammations, burns, wounds, abscesses, boils, and skin problems in
general. It was either used as a poultice or made into a paste to be applied
directly to the skin. Liquorice extract inhibits melanin biosynthesis while
scavenging free radicals (antioxidant). Treats acne and calms allergic skin.
In the confectionery industry, water extracts of licorice roots are mixed
with sugar, corn syrup and flour to make many types of licorice candy
Medicinal Uses
Liquorice extracts are mainly used as a condiment or as a flvouring for
tobacco, confectionery, beverages, jams and marmalades. Ammoniated
glycyrrhizin, a product of liquorice extract is used as a flavorant in sweet
auces, reconstituted vegetable proteins, chocolates, chewing gum and diet
colas.
Licorice increases the production of protective mucus in the stomach, and
may reduce the acid secretion, making it a useful treatment of inflammatory
stomach conditions. Glycyrrhizic acid is extracted from the root and used as
a flavoring in food, tobacco, alcohol, and cosmetics
