- INCI Name:Illicium Verum (Anise) Fruit Extract
- Functions:Anti-Inflammatory, Sebum Regulator, Exfoliant (Physical), Bacteriostatic Agent, Anti-Acne Agent, Anti-Aging Agent, Anti-Microbial Agent
- Labeling Claims:Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Clean at Sephora, Preservative-free
- Certifications & Compliance:COSMOS
- Benefit Claims:Anti-Inflammatory, Exfoliating, Antioxidant Properties, Purifying, Anti-Bacterial, Sebum Control, Anti-Acne, Smoothing
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.