Why Manufacturers Turn to Licorice CO2 Extract for Skin and Flavor Formulas
The 1 kg package is designed for production lines, formulation laboratories, and companies that need a consistent volume of raw material without frequent restocking. Licorice CO2 Extract belongs to the CO2 Extracts category, which brings together concentrates obtained through supercritical extraction without solvents or high temperatures. This method preserves the maximum concentration of active compounds from the root, including glycyrrhizic acid and flavonoids, which give the raw material its value across cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and food industries.
In skincare formulations, licorice extract is valued for its ability to even out skin tone and soften the appearance of hyperpigmentation, which is why it appears in serums, creams for sensitive and problem-prone skin, after-sun products, and formulations designed for delicate areas. The ingredient pairs well with soothing plant oils and other botanical concentrates when developing multifunctional recipes. A separate and significant area of demand is the food industry, where licorice extract serves as a natural flavoring and sweetening agent in confectionery, soft drinks, chewing gum, and tobacco products, thanks to the pronounced sweetness of glycyrrhizin, which is many times sweeter than sucrose. Within pharmaceutical applications, the extract is included in throat remedies, syrups, and supplements for its soothing and coating properties.
Typical dosage ranges from 0.1 to 1 percent depending on the product type and the desired intensity of action; for food compositions the working range can be even lower due to the strong sweetness of glycyrrhizin. It is recommended to add the extract during the cooling phase of an emulsion, at temperatures not exceeding 40-45 degrees Celsius, to avoid degrading heat-sensitive compounds. The ingredient works particularly well combined with other CO2 concentrates, such as Fennel CO2 Extract for calming and refreshing formulas, or Cumin CO2 Extract when developing products with a complex botanical profile. For small test batches and pilot formulations, a compact option is available — Licorice root CO2 extract in a 5 gram size, while the kilogram package covers the needs of conveyor-line manufacturing and allows planning supplies over an extended period.
Store the extract in a tightly sealed container, in a cool dark place away from direct sunlight and heat sources, to maintain the activity of its compounds throughout the stated shelf life.
Brightening Night Cream Concentrate
Distilled water 650 g
Plant-based emulsifying wax 70 g
Sweet almond oil 150 g
Licorice CO2 Extract 7 g
Niacinamide powder 20 g
Preservative 6 g
Fragrance oil 5 g
Heat
the water phase and the oil phase with the emulsifying wax separately to 70
degrees Celsius, then combine them and blend until a smooth uniform texture
forms. Once the mixture cools to 40 degrees, add the licorice extract,
niacinamide, preservative, and fragrance, mix thoroughly, and transfer into
clean jars for packaging.