Sodium anisate is the sodium salt of anisic acid, derived from anise, used primarily as a natural-origin preservative and antimicrobial agent to support product stability in cosmetic formulations. It is often paired with sodium levulinate for broad-spectrum protection.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Skin irritation | Rare | Mild redness or stinging possible, typically in sensitive skin or at higher concentrations. |
Allergic contact dermatitis | Rare | Sensitization reported infrequently; anise-derived compounds may rarely trigger allergy. |
Contact urticaria | Very rare | Isolated hypersensitivity reactions noted anecdotally. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.