Star Anise Extract

CAS Number: 84650-59-9
INCI Name: Illicium Verum (Anise) Fruit Extract

STAR ANISE EXTRACT is a dry extract of star anise with a titrated content of Shikimic acid (≥15%), able to act as an adjuvant in the treatment of acne and its consequent cutaneous manifestations (comedones and papules). It effectively counteracts the excessive sebum production and its accumulation in the excretory duct of the sebaceous glands. It shows significant activity on Il-1α, reducing the inflammatory response caused by the abnormal accumulation of bacteria in the pilosebaceous unit. It also has antibacterial activity against Propionibacterium Acnes and exfoliating properties, making skin smoother and more uniform.

Properties

Physical Form: Powder
Solid

Product families

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Bath & Shower
Skin Care
Treatment Products

Other characteristics

Brand: Star Anise Extract
Functions: Anti-Acne Agent, Anti-Aging Agent, Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Microbial Agent, Bacteriostatic Agent, Exfoliant (Physical), Sebum Regulator
Benefit Claims: Anti-Acne, Anti-Bacterial, Anti-Inflammatory, Antioxidant Properties, Exfoliating, Purifying, Sebum Control, Smoothing; Anti-Acne; Anti-Bacterial; Anti-Inflammatory; Antioxidant Properties; Exfoliating; Purifying; Sebum Control; Smoothing
Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Preservative-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty; Clean at Sephora; Preservative-free; Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Certifications & Compliance: COSMOS
Odor: Characteristic
Origin: Natural derived ingrediemt from Star Anise, enriched with Shikimic Acid (≥ 15%)
Carrier: Maltodextrin
Markets: Personal Care
Use Levels: 1-3%
Shelf LIfe: 24 Months
Technology: Cosmetic Ingredients
Key Attributes: It frees skin from excessive sebum production; It counteracts cutaneous inflammation; It reduces the number of comedones; Complete multifunctional ingredient for impure skins
Application Format: Creams
Leave On
Lotions
Ointments
Rinse Off
Serum
Background: Star Anise Extract is an extract of star anise with a titrated content of shikimic acid, able to act as an adjuvant in the treatment of acne and its skin manifestations. It effectively reduces the excessive production of sebum and its accumulation in the excretory duct (- 32.0%). It significantly inhibits the release of IL-1 (-79.0%), reducing the inflammatory response caused by excessive accumulation of bacteria in the pilosebaceous unit. It also has antibacterial activity against Propionibacterium acnes ( MIC = 2%), antioxidant and exfoliating properties.
Mechanism of Action: Its strong sebum-normalizing properties counteract the excessive production of sebum and its accumulation in the excretory duct of the sebaceous glands. It also has antibacterial activity against Propionibacterium Acnes, the gram-positive bacterium that is naturally present in the pilosebaceous unit and is released on the skin surface during the secretion of sebum. Its specific activity on Il-1α reduces the inflammatory response caused by the abnormal accumulation of bacteria in the pilosebaceous unit, while it also reduces oxidative stress.
Storage and Handling: Keep product in a cool place away from light
Store in an air-tight container
Skin Care Applications: Body Cream

Technical data

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Characteristic	Value	Unit
Water Content	max. 5	%
pH	2.5- 4.0	—

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