Ingredient
Illicium Verum (Star Anise) Fruit Extract
INCI name: Illicium Verum Fruit Extract
Star anise extract
Chinese star anise extract
What it is
A botanical extract of star anise fruit, rich in shikimic acid and anethole.
How it works
Its polyphenol and volatile-oil content provides soothing and antioxidant support for the skin.
What it does
Skin conditioning
Antioxidant
Soothing
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.