Anise (Pimpinella anisum)
Other names: Anise scented
Harm score: 1 (Natural substances)
Anise hyssop, also known as aniseed, is an herb of the myrrh family. This plant is an annual and grows up to a metre high. It has light green leaves and white flowers which then develop into small, dark brown fruits with a distinctive scent. The aniseed plant usually has a sweet taste that is very similar to that of fennel, coriander or cumin. This aniseed is native to the eastern Mediterranean and south-west Asia, but is now cultivated all over the world.
Aniseed is widely used in the food industry, where it is mainly added to baked goods and confectionery for its specific aniseed flavour. Furthermore, dried aniseed is used as a spice in many cultures, for example in the preparation of curries or in various liqueurs such as the famous Greek ouzo or French pastis. Its seeds are also used to make a medicinal tea that has beneficial effects for indigestion or respiratory problems. Another possible application of the anise hip is in perfumery, where it is appreciated for its exotic and fresh scent. Anise may also appear in some toothpastes because of its refreshing and antibacterial properties.
Anise (Pimpinella anisum) can be found in the following products
Children's prebiotic protective cream - full body with oat protein (50 ml) - protects against external influences
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Exfoliating milk (100 ml) - with almond and apricot oil
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Facial Serum - Salicylic Acid (10 ml) - helps problematic skin
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Glamorous Eau de Parfum (30 ml) - with the scent of orange, jasmine and vanilla
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Eye cream - daily (15 ml) - with extracts of fenugreek and horsetail
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