Mulethi or licorice powder is one of the most popular ingredients used in ayurveda to treat certain ailments.
In South Africa, it is a common ingredient found in every household and often given to someone to chew on if they have a sore throat or nasal congestion.
Where To Buy Licorice Powder In South Africa
Feel Healthy
Address: 13 Northfield Ave, Glenhazel, Johannesburg, 2192, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5PM
Phone: +27 11 786 9539
Clicks Pharmacy – Humewood
Address: Shop 8A Humeway Centre, Humewood Road, Humewood, Gqeberha, 6001, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 6PM
Phone: +27 41 585 0016
Woolworths Gardens
Address: Shop 22, Mill St, Oranjezicht, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 7PM
Phone: +27 21 469 3700.
Does licorice powder darken skin?
One of the most potent and active compounds of licorice root extract is glabridin [14]. It has skin lightening properties and prevents the production of the enzyme tyrosinase [15], which makes the skin go dark after exposure to the sun.
How do you apply licorice powder to your face?
Licorice, honey face pack for normal skin
Mix two tablespoon of licorice powder in one and a half tablespoons of honey. To this thick paste add one teaspoon of lemon juice. Mix it well.
Apply this face pack on the face and neck. Keep it for 25 minutes and then wash it with cold water.
How do you use licorice powder to brighten skin?
Mix four tablespoons of licorice with a quarter cup of cold milk. Stir until you attain fine consistency. Then you can apply the resultant thick paste with a brush on the part of the skin that requires whitening. let it dry and remove by scrubbing off with a damp cotton.
What are the side effects of licorice?
Common side effects of licorice include:
Absence of a menstrual period.
Congestive heart failure.
Decreased sexual interest (libido)
Erectile dysfunction.
Excess fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema)
Fluid and sodium retention.
Headache.
High blood pressure (hypertension)
How many flavors of licorice are there?
Old Fashioned Licorice Twists
Enjoy 12 different bold flavors, everything from root beer and watermelon to grape and classic black licorice.