How to Use Licorice Root Extract for Brighter Skin

Apply licorice root extract products morning and evening after cleansing to gradually fade dark spots and even skin tone.

It's the quiet brightener that actually works without drama—unlike acids that make you peel like a molting snake.

1. Start with clean skin. Cleanse your face with your usual cleanser and pat dry. Licorice root extract works best when it can properly penetrate clean skin without competing with oils or residue.
2. Apply the product. Use serums, essences, or moisturizers containing licorice root extract on damp skin. Press gently into areas with hyperpigmentation or apply all over for general brightening. The extract is gentle enough for twice-daily use.
3. Layer correctly. Follow with heavier moisturizers and always finish with SPF in the morning. Licorice root works gradually, so consistency matters more than quantity.