Licorice root extract is produced from the roots and rhizomes of the Glycyrrhiza glabra. A multi-functional botanical, the polysaccharide fraction has shown remarkable immunomodulatory activity, stimulating cell regeneration and hence anti-aging properties. The polysaccharides, triterpene saponins and flavonoids contained in this extract enable formulations in these areas: Anti-irritants, antimicrobials, photo-protectors, hair color protectors and inhibition of tyrosinase/skin depigmentation.