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ILLICIUM VERUM LEAF OIL.

Valuable CAS 84650-59-9 / FLAVOURING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING

Illicium Verum Leaf Oil, derived from star anise leaves, is a botanical extract recognized for its diverse skin benefits. Rich in active compounds like trans-anethole, it offers significant antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties, serving as a skin conditioning agent.

Summary

Antimicrobial Antibacterial Antifungal Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Skin Conditioning Fragrance

Science

Mechanism of Action

Illicium Verum essential oil, primarily through components such as trans-anethole, exerts antimicrobial effects by inhibiting bacterial growth and biofilm formation, alongside antifungal activity. It functions as a potent antioxidant by neutralizing free radicals and demonstrates anti-inflammatory actions by potentially modulating pro-inflammatory mediators. Additionally, it acts as a skin conditioning agent to help maintain skin health and appearance.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 High antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus (MIC = 1/1000 v/v) by Illicium verum essential oil.
  2. 02 Significant antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus epidermidis and Enterobacter cloacae (MIC = 1/100 v/v) by Illicium verum essential oil.
  3. 03 Inhibitory effect against Gram-positive (L. monocytogenes, S. aureus) and Gram-negative (S. enterica) pathogenic bacteria by Illicium verum essential oil.
  4. 04 Highest antimicrobial activity against Candida albicans by Illicium verum essential oil.
  5. 05 Exhibited 38% inhibitory effects on the swarming behavior of P. aeruginosa PAO1 by Illicium verum essential oil.
  6. 06 Strong antioxidant activity (IC50) of Illicium verum essential oil, related to its high content of phenylpropanoids including trans-anethole.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Trans-anethole, a major volatile component, benefits from nano-emulsion formulations to improve stability and facilitate prolonged release.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

Specific safety assessments (CIR, SCCS) for Illicium Verum Leaf Oil are not explicitly available. However, trans-anethole, a primary component, is 'generally recognized as safe' (GRAS) by FEMA. The EMA states that Illicium verum fruit and its essential oil can be safely used, recommending an average daily dose of 0.3g for the essential oil. A 2003 FDA warning regarding Illicium verum fruit in teas was likely linked to contamination with toxic Illicium anisatum (Japanese star anise), not the ingredient itself.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
No Dry
Yes Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Illicium Verum Leaf Oil is a valuable ingredient for precision skincare, demonstrating robust in-vitro antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory benefits, particularly beneficial for oily and normal skin types.

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