Is there any proof that Liquorice Balm works?

Modified on Wed, 30 Oct at 9:58 AM

Liquorice Balm is a great product which generates a lot of positive reviews and testimonials.


The active ingredient in Liquorice Balm is an element called Glycyrrhizic Acid which has been found to have a strong antiviral effect including on the herpes simplex virus in several pieces of published research.  It is this part of the Liquorice extract that has an antiviral effect. The liquorice extract we use in our Liquorice Balm is rich in Glycyrrhizic acid


A trial specifically on Lip Q Liquorice Balm was carried out by the Herpes Virus Association on a group of cold sore sufferers. The results after a month were collated by a doctor who carried out the statistical analysis. The majority of people found a reduction in frequency and severity. 




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