Product Description

1. Product Introduction

Our Spanish Licorice Extract is a high-quality plant extract derived from premium natural rhizomes of Spanish licorice. It is rich in licorice flavonoids, anthocyanins, polyphenols, glycyrrhizic acid, organic acids and other beneficial active ingredients. Featuring outstanding nourishing repair, gentle soothing, anti-inflammatory conditioning and natural health-preserving properties, it is widely used in cosmetics, food & beverage, dietary health and other sectors, and has earned high recognition across the market.

2. Active Ingredients

Licorice Flavonoids and Anthocyanins

The main active ingredients of Spanish Licorice Extract are natural licorice flavonoids and anthocyanin compounds. Renowned for powerful antioxidant, brightening, repairing, anti-inflammatory and soothing effects, they constitute the core efficacy of Spanish licorice.

Licorice flavonoids and anthocyanins are key natural active ingredients widely studied in the industry. Researches prove that these components can effectively neutralize free radicals in the human body and on the skin surface. Free radicals are the major cause of skin oxidative dullness, fine lines, body aging and sub-health conditions, and the extract can remarkably alleviate various oxidative damages.

Natural Polyphenols, Glycyrrhizic Acid and Organic Acids

Spanish Licorice Extract also contains abundant natural polyphenols, glycyrrhizic acid and organic acids, with a mild and mellow natural herbal aroma. These ingredients not only endow the product with a distinctive herbal character, but also deliver excellent effects on metabolism regulation, mild bacteriostasis, nourishment and soothing. They gently care for skin and physical conditions and bring multiple health benefits.

3. Appearance and Properties

Color

Conventional-grade Spanish Licorice Extract ranges from light brownish yellow to dark brownish yellow; high-purity grade is pale yellow, and high-precision grade is pale yellowish white, free of impurities and agglomerates.

Form

The product is available in fine powder and concentrated liquid extract. The fine powder is easy to compound and suitable for manufacturing dietary supplements, solid functional foods and cosmetic powder materials. The liquid extract boasts higher concentration and fully retained active substances, which is ideal for deep processing scenarios requiring high concentration and strong permeability.

Solubility

Conventional Spanish Licorice Extract powder has moderate water solubility and performs better in alcohol-based and oil-based systems. With advanced extraction and modification technology, water-soluble Spanish Licorice Extract has achieved stable mass production. It is compatible with various water-based production systems to fully meet diversified application demands of different industries.

4. Health Benefits

Antioxidant Protection

As mentioned above, flavonoids, anthocyanins and polyphenols in Spanish Licorice Extract possess strong antioxidant capacity. They can effectively eliminate free radicals inside the body and on the skin, protect cells from oxidative damage and slow down the aging process of body and skin. They also reduce the risks of skin dullness, sagging and physical sub-health problems.

Anti-inflammatory and Soothing Properties

Multiple studies have verified that Spanish Licorice Extract has prominent anti-inflammatory and soothing effects. It can relieve superficial skin inflammation, redness and sensitivity, and help regulate mild internal inflammation of the body. It works well for skin stabilization, skin texture improvement and metabolic inflammation conditioning.

Body Metabolism and Physical & Mental Conditioning

The natural active ingredients in Spanish licorice exert positive regulating effects on human metabolism and physical and mental state. They help regulate body circulation, relieve physical fatigue and lassitude, keep body functions stable, and improve sub-health caused by overwork and metabolic disorders.

Metabolic Maintenance and Health Care

Organic acids, glycyrrhizic acid and polyphenols in Spanish Licorice Extract can mildly regulate metabolism and balance body circulation to keep metabolism unobstructed. They alleviate bloating and fatigue resulting from slow metabolism and poor circulation, realizing gentle all-round conditioning and health care.

5. Applications

Dietary Supplements

As a premium natural raw material for dietary supplements, Spanish Licorice Extract can be made into capsules, tablets, solid powders, oral liquids and other dietary products, providing consumers with a convenient way for antioxidant care, metabolic regulation and daily physical and mental maintenance.

Food and Beverage Industry

In the food and beverage industry, it can be used as a natural functional additive, antioxidant and flavor regulator. It can be added to herbal drinks, functional beverages, nutritional snacks and baked foods to enhance nutritional value, antioxidant capacity and natural herbal flavor of finished products.

Cosmetics and Personal Care Products

Thanks to its excellent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and soothing repair properties, Spanish Licorice Extract is widely applied in cosmetics and personal care products. It can be incorporated into toners, creams, essences, lotions and washing & care products to resist skin oxidative dullness, relieve redness and sensitivity, repair damaged skin, and maintain delicate and stable skin condition for a long time.

6. Quality Assurance

Raw Material Procurement

All raw materials of Spanish licorice are sourced from reliable suppliers in compliance with Good Agricultural Practices. Raw materials undergo strict manual and mechanical double screening. Only mature, high-quality licorice with plump and firm rhizomes, no mildew or pests are selected to guarantee premium raw materials, stable ingredients and consistent quality from the source.

Extraction Technology

Our extraction processes are fully optimized to maximally extract core active ingredients including licorice flavonoids, anthocyanins, polyphenols and glycyrrhizic acid, while completely preserving their molecular structure and biological activity to avoid active ingredient loss. Advanced technologies such as supercritical fluid extraction, low-temperature solvent extraction and spray drying are adopted flexibly according to different product grades to ensure high purity and stable quality.

Testing and Analysis

Each batch of Spanish Licorice Extract is subject to strict tests on active ingredient content, purity and overall quality. High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) is applied to accurately detect the content of core components to meet quality standards. In addition, rigorous tests on microorganisms, heavy metals and impurities are carried out to eliminate harmful contaminants and ensure full compliance with safety regulations.

7. Packaging and Storage

Packaging

Spanish Licorice Extract is packed in high-quality sealed containers to effectively isolate light, moisture and oxygen and prevent deactivation of active ingredients. Powder products are packed in food-grade multi-layer composite bags and moisture-proof cardboard drums; liquid extract is stored in light-proof glass bottles and eco-friendly sealed containers to ensure quality during transportation and storage.

Storage Conditions

It is recommended to store the product in a cool, dry, well-ventilated and dark place away from direct sunlight. Low-temperature refrigeration at 2°C to 8°C is advised to retain maximum activity and guarantee long-term stable quality and efficacy.

As a professional manufacturer of SD green plant extracts, we are committed to delivering high-quality Spanish Licorice Extract that meets the highest industrial standards. Whether for dietary supplement, food, beverage or cosmetic industries, our Spanish Licorice Extract will be a valuable raw material to enrich your product lines and boost core product value.