How to use them
Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply Licorice Extract first, then Vitamin E, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Licorice Extractvaries (glabridin ~0.5%), wait about 1 minute
- 3Vitamin E0.5% – 1%
- 4Moisturiserseal everything in
What Licorice Extract does
Licorice root (mulethi) contains glabridin, which gently inhibits pigment production, and glycyrrhizinates, which calm redness. It is a mild brightener suited to sensitive skin.
- Typical strength
- varies (glabridin ~0.5%)
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Sensitive, Normal, Combination, Dry And Oily skin
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What Vitamin E does
An oil-soluble antioxidant that protects skin lipids from damage and noticeably stabilises vitamin C. It is heavy in pure form, so it is better inside formulas than straight from a capsule.
- Typical strength
- 0.5% – 1%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Dry, Normal And Sensitive skin
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Licorice Extract and Vitamin E together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Licorice Extract and Vitamin E, and neither makes the other less effective.
Which goes first, Licorice Extract or Vitamin E?
Apply Licorice Extract first, then Vitamin E. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
Should I use Licorice Extract in the morning or at night?
Licorice Extract: works morning or night. Use once or twice daily. It pairs well with niacinamide, arbutin or vitamin C for dark spots.
Should I use Vitamin E in the morning or at night?
Vitamin E: works morning or night. Look for it combined with vitamin C and ferulic acid. Very oily or acne-prone skin should avoid pure vitamin E oil.