A simple phenolic acid with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties that is used as a preservative. It has a faint, sweet aroma and can be found in anise, fennel, and cocoa seeds.
Antioxidant
Antioxidant
Antioxidants reduce the oxidative stress caused by free radicals and prevent accelerated skin aging.
Antioxidant
Antioxidants reduce the oxidative stress caused by free radicals and prevent accelerated skin aging.
Other functions
Antimicrobial,
Antimicrobial
Antimicrobials prevent the growth of harmful microorganisms on the skin.
Antimicrobial,
Antimicrobial
Antimicrobials prevent the growth of harmful microorganisms on the skin.
Fragrance,
Fragrance
Fragrance ingredients add scent to a product or hide ('mask') the undesired aroma of other ingredients.
Fragrance,
Fragrance
Fragrance ingredients add scent to a product or hide ('mask') the undesired aroma of other ingredients.
Preservative,
Preservative
Preservatives prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi in a product.
Preservative,
Preservative
Preservatives prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi in a product.
Flavor,
Flavor
Flavor ingredients bring sweetness to a product or are used to recreate various tastes.
Flavor,
Flavor
Flavor ingredients bring sweetness to a product or are used to recreate various tastes.
pH Adjuster
pH Adjuster
pH adjuster – alters the pH level of a formula.
pH Adjuster
pH Adjuster
pH adjuster – alters the pH level of a formula.
Origin
Synthetic
Synthetic
All kinds of ingredients formulated or produced by a chemical process, or those that have a chemical modification in their structure.
Synthetic
Synthetic
All kinds of ingredients formulated or produced by a chemical process, or those that have a chemical modification in their structure.
p-Anisic acid is a simple phenolic acid, chemically called p-methoxybenzoic acid. It is a crystalline substance that is soluble in mainly alcohol and oil.
In skincare products, p-anisic acid is used as a preservative due to its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. It will make a skincare product last longer and protect it from harmful oxidation and from being contaminated by microorganisms.
p-Anisic acid is reported to have a very faint, sweet, and slightly animal and cadaverous aroma. It can be found in anise, fennel, and cocoa seeds, but can also be manufactured synthetically.
Science
1
Papageorgiou, S.; Varvaresou, A.; Tsirivas, E.; Demetzos, C. New alternatives to cosmetics preservation. J. Cosmet. Sci. 2010, 61, 107–123.
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