Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid
INCI: Allantoin, Glycyrrhetinic Acid
Also known as: Allantoin, Glycyrrhetinic Acid
Power couple of skin soothers, one licorice-derived Helps reduce signs and sensations of sensitivity
Best For Skin Types
All skin types
Usage Frequency
As directed on product packaging
EWG Safety Score
What Is Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid?
Allantoin glycyrrhetinic acid is, not surprisingly, a complex made from two long-proven soothing ingredients for skin, allantoin and glycyrrhetinic acid. They’re a power couple for helping reduce signs and sensations of sensitivity and are right at home in such products as facial cleansers, makeup removers and moisturizers. Both ingredients also have antioxidant benefits, helping curb environmental threats that prematurely age skin.
The allantoin portion of this duo is synthetic while the licorice-derived compound, glycyrrhetinic acid, is plant-derived. This ingredient is supplied as a white to yellowish powder. Use levels are typically 0.001%–0.05%, a range that’s been deemed safe for use on skin.
How It Works
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Algae extracts in skin care: a review Marine Drugs, 2018
Regulatory information
Standardised cosmetic-ingredient identifiers used by regulators.
Show identifiers
- INCI Name
- ALLANTOIN GLYCYRRHETINIC ACID
- EC Number
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- Function
- Skin Protecting, Soothing
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