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FICUS CARICA FRUIT/LEAF EXTRACT

CAS 90028-74-3 Updated
58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Fig fruit/leaf extract — humectant sugars and polyphenols, but fig leaf carries phototoxic furocoumarins linked to documented phytophotodermatitis. Best avoided in leave-on sun-exposed products.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Sugar-acid humectant effect
  • Polyphenol antioxidants
  • Traditional skin-softening use

Known concerns

  • Fig leaf contains furocoumarins (psoralens) — phototoxic
  • Documented phytophotodermatitis cases
  • Quality and plant-part matter strongly

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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