Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 108916-85-4, NNYMAFQJECSMTN-YZADGDQXSA-N
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Olean-12-en-29-oic acid, 3-hydroxy-11-oxo-, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, (3-beta)-
Formula
C33H52O6
Mol. Weight
544.80
CAS #
108916-85-4
Form
Powder
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Synthetic ester derived from glycerin and glycyrrhetinic acid (licorice root extract). Developed to stabilize and deliver the anti-inflammatory benefits of licorice in skincare products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Irritation
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR