Illicium Verum (Anise) Fruit Extract

ILL

6/10

Concern level

Moderate concern

Botanical extract obtained from the fruit of Illicium verum (star anise). It is used in cosmetics mainly for fragrance, antioxidant support, and occasional skin-conditioning claims. Product listings identify it as a cosmetic ingredient in the EU glossary/CosIng context, and review literature notes cosmetic use of I. verum extracts. ([single-market-economy.ec.europa.eu](https://single-market-economy.ec.europa.eu/sectors/cosmetics/cosmetic-ingredient-database_en?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

Antiseptic

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.10% - 2.00%

CAS Number: 84650-59-9

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin5/10

oily skin6/10

sensitive skin3/10

acne prone5/10

mature skin5/10

normal skin6/10

Interactions

incompatible with: Avoid stacking with other fragrant essential oils/extracts if you are fragrance-sensitive., Use caution with products containing known fragrance allergens if you have a history of contact dermatitis. ([pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1032123/?utm_source=openai))

Risks & Warnings

Main concern is potential fragrance-related sensitization or irritation in sensitive users; star anise-derived materials can contain allergenic fragrance constituents such as trans-anethole, which has documented skin-sensitization/irritation reports in related anise materials. Avoid if you have known fragrance allergies or prior reactions to anise/fennel/licorice-like fragrance notes. ([pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1032123/?utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free