AccessWHITE DPG-K2

High-Purity Licorice Root Active for Advanced Soothing and Redness Reduction

INCI Name: Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

AccessWHITE DPG-K2 is a high-purity cosmetic active featuring Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, a powerful soothing agent derived from licorice root. Renowned for its anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant properties, it helps reduce redness and calm sensitive or compromised skin. This versatile ingredient also contributes to skin brightening by inhibiting tyrosinase, making it an excellent choice for products targeting both irritation and uneven tone.

Solubility Notes:

Soluble in water, glycerin, and propylene glycol. Add to the water phase; gentle heating to 40–50 °C can aid dissolution. Stable between pH 4.0–7.0.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Sensitive Skin Serums & Creams

Provides immediate calming relief and reduces visible redness in gentle, targeted formulations for reactive skin.
Soothing Toners & Facial Mists

Delivers anti-inflammatory benefits in refreshing, water-based formats to pacify stressed and irritated skin throughout the day.
After-Sun & Post-Procedure Care

Effectively soothes skin and minimizes irritation following UV exposure, chemical peels, or other aesthetic treatments.
Brightening Treatments

Helps fade dark spots and supports a more uniform complexion by addressing inflammation-induced hyperpigmentation.
Acne & Blemish Control Products

Reduces the inflammation and redness of breakouts while assisting with sebum regulation for clearer-looking skin.
Scalp Health Treatments

Soothes dry, itchy, and irritated scalps in targeted serums, tonics, and hair care products.

Performance & Formulation Insights for AccessWHITE DPG-K2

How Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate Works

AccessWHITE DPG-K2 is the dipotassium salt of glycyrrhizic acid, the primary active isolated from licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra). Its mechanism of action is multifaceted. As a potent anti-inflammatory, it inhibits enzymes involved in the inflammatory cascade such as hyaluronidase and phospholipase A2. By moderating the release of pro-inflammatory mediators (e.g., prostaglandins and histamine), it helps quickly reduce redness, itching, and general irritation. In addition, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate can inhibit tyrosinase, the key enzyme in melanin synthesis, helping to minimize hyperpigmentation and promote a more even-looking skin tone.

Formulation Guidelines

AccessWHITE DPG-K2 is a fine white powder that dissolves readily in water, glycerin, and propylene glycol, simplifying addition to the aqueous phase of emulsions, gels, and toners. It is stable across a broad pH range, ideally between 4.0 and 7.0. For optimal processing, add to the water phase and mix until fully dissolved; gentle heating to 40–50 °C can accelerate dissolution. It shows high compatibility with common cosmetic actives including niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and botanical extracts, making it suitable for complex, multi-benefit formulas. Typical usage is 0.1–0.5% for daily soothing benefits and up to 2.0% in intensive or post-sun treatments.

Key Formulation Benefits

Potent Anti-Inflammatory: Effectively reduces redness, itch, and visible signs of irritation, ideal for sensitive and reactive skin.
Dual-Action Brightening: Supports a more even tone by calming inflammation and inhibiting tyrosinase to help address hyperpigmentation.
Sebum Regulation: Helps balance oil production, benefiting oily and acne-prone skin formulations.
Excellent Water Solubility: Easily integrates into serums, toners, gels, and the water phase of creams and lotions.
High Purity & Stability: Standardized, high-purity powder for consistent performance across diverse systems.
Broad Compatibility: Plays well with niacinamide, HA, and botanicals to build comprehensive soothing, brightening, or acne-care products.

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Benefits	Acne Treatment, Brightening & Skin Lightening, Dark Spot Reduction, Hair & Scalp Care, Scalp Health, Sebum Control, Soothing & Anti-Inflammatory
INCI Name	Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Usage Rate	0.1%-2%
Active Type	Botanical Extracts & Phytoactives, Licorice Derivatives
Solubility	Water-Soluble
Application Area	Body, Face, Scalp
Physical Form	Powder
Certifications	Cruelty-Free, Natural (ISO 16128), Vegan

Frequently Asked Questions About AccessWHITE DPG-K2

It acts as a powerful anti-inflammatory and soothing agent to help reduce redness and calm irritation, making it ideal for sensitive skin.

Use 0.1–0.5% for daily maintenance and sensitive skin formulas, and 0.5–2.0% for targeted treatments or post-sun care.

Yes. Beyond soothing benefits, it supports a more even tone by inhibiting tyrosinase and reducing inflammation that can contribute to PIH.

Absolutely. Its soothing action helps reduce redness from active blemishes, and its sebum-regulating benefits support clearer-looking skin.

It is stable and effective in formulations with a pH between 4.0 and 7.0.

Yes. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate is derived from the root of the licorice plant (Glycyrrhiza glabra).

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