
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Face Moisturizer with 2 key ingredients
FEATURES
Specifically formulated for men's skin, light formula, non-greasy, fast absorbing, contains licorice extracts and UV filters, reduces the appearance of dark spots, suitable for all types of skin
BEST FOR
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CHECKS
Sulfate-free, Paraben-Free, Alcohol-free
Who Is It For?
Men All Adult AgesWhat Does It Help With?
Reduces Dark Spots Provides Clear And Hydrated SkinBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Nivea Says
Product Description:
Specifically formulated for mens skin this light formula is non greasy and fast absorbing.Licorice extracts and UV filters reduce the appearance of dark spots giving you clear hydrated skin.It is suitable for usage on all types of skin.Step 1 Scoop the product. Step 2 Rub it on your palms to spread evenly. Step 3 Gently massage all over your face. Step 4 Use daily for clear and hydrated skin
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Licorice-extract, UV-filters
Key Ingredients
Licorice extract, UV filters
Ingredients Details
Licorice Extract
Common Name(s): Licorice triterpenoid,glycyrrhetinic acid active,anti-inflammatory brightening
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Reduces skin inflammation and redness through 11ฮฒ-hsd inhibition (cortisol-amplifying mechanism), inhibits tyrosinase and melanogenesis for brightening, and provides antioxidant protection from the triterpenoid phenol system.
Why It's Used: One of few botanicals with documented cortisone-amplifying anti-inflammatory mechanism โ 11ฮฒ-hsd inhibition elevates local cortisol concentration in skin tissue, providing a pharmaceutical-level anti-inflammatory effect without direct corticosteroid application.
How It Works: Glycyrrhetinic acid inhibits 11ฮฒ-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase (11ฮฒ-hsd) โ the enzyme that converts active cortisol to inactive cortisone in peripheral tissues. inhibition elevates local skin cortisol, amplifying the glucocorticoid anti-inflammatory response. simultaneously, glabridin (a flavonoid in licorice) inhibits tyrosinase for brightening.
Typically Found In: Anti-inflammatory,soothing,brightening
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ antioxidant
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.01%โ2%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
11ฮฒ-hsd inhibition by glycyrrhetinic acid was first documented in the context of licorice consumption causing pseudoaldosteronism โ the same enzyme inhibition applied topically provides localised cortisol amplification for cosmetic anti-inflammatory activity without systemic effects.
Last Verified: Cosing database,glycyrrhetinic acid 11ฮฒ-hsd anti-inflammatory review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12