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GlossaryGlycyrrhiza glabra (licorice)

plant known as licorice root, used for flavor and medicine

Glycyrrhiza glabra, commonly known as licorice root, is a plant whose root is used for its sweet flavor and medicinal properties. It contains compounds like glycyrrhizin, which has anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting effects, making it useful in treating conditions such as sore throats, digestive issues, and certain skin disorders.

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research Complementary Therapies for Idiopathic Hirsutism: Topical Licorice as a Promising Option

5 citations, January 2015 in “Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine”

Adding licorice gel to laser treatment is more effective for reducing facial hair than laser alone.

research Using Hair Growth Activity, Physical Stability, and Safety Tests to Study Hair Tonics Containing Ethanol Extract of Licorice (Glycyrrhiza Glabra Linn.)

4 citations, October 2017 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics”

Licorice extract hair tonics are effective and safe for hair growth, except for mild eye irritation at the lowest concentration.

research Ethnopharmacological Study of Glycyrrhiza Glabra L. (Licorice) Based on Ayurveda: A Review

2 citations, October 2022 in “International journal of Ayurvedic medicine”

Licorice has many traditional health benefits, but more research is needed to fully support these claims.

research Formulation and Test Activities of Hair Tonic with a Combination of the Aqueous Extracts of Aloe Vera (Aloe Vera L.) and Licorice (Glycyrrhiza Glabra L.)

1 citations, June 2018 in “Pharmaciana”

The hair tonic with 15% ethanol effectively promotes hair growth.

research A Review of Skin and Hair Benefits of Licorice (Glycyrrhiza Glabra Linn)

January 2024 in “International Research Journal Of Modernization In Engineering Technology And Science”

Licorice helps with acne, eczema, dandruff, hair growth, and skin health but may raise blood pressure.

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community Using licorice with minoxidil to offset lowering of blood pressure

in Minoxidil 3 upvotes 1 year ago

Using licorice to counteract the blood pressure-lowering effects of oral minoxidil. Concerns about licorice affecting potassium levels and minoxidil's effectiveness were raised.

community Hairfibers: Toppik vs Boldify vs Surethik?

in Product 7 upvotes 1 year ago

User discovered hair fibers, tried Toppik but concerned about ingredients. Considering Boldify (cotton-based, cheaper) and Surethik (keratin-based) as better options.

community Experience with Spironolactone?

in Female 7 upvotes 2 years ago

Spudlady asks about experiences with spironolactone for hair loss. She has lost hair due to stress and seeks ways to stop shedding.

community Natural Remedies: Polyphenols and Hair Loss

19 upvotes 5 years ago

Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.