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Sassafras officinale extract is an extract from the bark and roots of Sassafras officinale (albidum), the fennel wood (Sassafras), a deciduous tree from the laurel family that grows up to 30 meters high. The plant species is native to North America and Canada.
The strongly fennel-like smelling extract (fennel wood bark) is used in cosmetic formulations. It contains safrole, among other things. It has a stimulating and skin-caring effect (keeps the skin in good condition).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer