Licorice Root Extract
2-5 year old preschoolers • Skin contact product
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Safe for preschoolers to use Licorice Root Extract?
ℹ️General Overview
For children ages 2 to 5 (toddlers and young children), small amounts of licorice root extract on the skin are usually low risk. But this ingredient has been linked in some studies to hormone changes and other effects when it gets into the body, so we take a cautious approach for young children.
✅What to Do
If you use a product with licorice root extract on a 2–5 year old: choose products made for kids or labeled safe for sensitive skin; use the smallest amount needed and only on small areas; do a patch test on a small area and wait 24 hours; avoid using on broken, sore or large areas of skin; do not use daily for long periods without checking with your pediatrician; stop use and call your doctor if you see redness, swelling, or any unusual symptoms.
⚠️Warnings
Watch for skin irritation, redness, or rash (source: Cosmetic safety reviews). Also be alert for signs that it might be affecting the body more widely — unusual tiredness, swelling, changes in heartbeat or blood pressure, muscle weakness, or persistent stomach problems — because reviews and some human and animal studies report adrenal, hormone, liver and heart effects with larger or systemic exposures (sources include 'Toxicological Effects of Glycyrrhiza glabra (Licorice): A Review' and 'Bioactive Candy: Effects of Licorice on the Cardiovascular System'). Avoid letting the child eat licorice-containing products, and avoid using this ingredient over large areas, under bandages, or for long continuous periods.
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Products Containing Licorice Root Extract
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Common Questions About Licorice Root Extract
Safe for preschoolers to use Licorice Root Extract?
Use caution with Licorice Root Extract for 2-5 year old children. Some safety concerns have been identified.
What are the hormones risks of Licorice Root Extract for preschoolers?
May mess with natural hormone development in babies and children. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
What are the confuse hormones risks of Licorice Root Extract for preschoolers?
Acts like fake hormones in the body, confusing natural signals. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
What are the fertility risks of Licorice Root Extract for preschoolers?
Some studies link this to future fertility or reproductive issues. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
What are the organ risk risks of Licorice Root Extract for preschoolers?
May harm organs like liver, kidneys, or lungs with repeated use. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
What are the immune system risks of Licorice Root Extract for preschoolers?
Could weaken or confuse immune system. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
What are the absorbed risks of Licorice Root Extract for preschoolers?
Can be absorbed through the skin and get into the bloodstream. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
What are the long-term risk risks of Licorice Root Extract for preschoolers?
Linked to long-term health effects after years of use or exposure. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
What products contain Licorice Root Extract?
Licorice Root Extract is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.
Is this suitable for preschoolers to using products with Licorice Root Extract?
The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 2-5 year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.
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