Illicium Verum Leaf Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as flavouring, fragrance, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Illicium Verum Leaf Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the leaves of Illicium verum, Schisandraceae.
What does it do?
Illicium Verum Leaf Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Flavouring
adds taste to oral-care products like toothpaste and mouthwash
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Illicium Verum Leaf Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Illicium Verum Leaf Oil?
Illicium Verum Leaf Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Illicium Verum Leaf Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the leaves of Illicium verum, Schisandraceae.
Is Illicium Verum Leaf Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Illicium Verum Leaf Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Illicium Verum Leaf Oil do in cosmetic products?
Illicium Verum Leaf Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: flavouring, fragrance, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Illicium Verum Leaf Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Illicium Verum Leaf Oil is 84650-59-9.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 18/04/2018