Botanical juice
FICUS CARICA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM JUICE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Fig aerial-part juice is the juice from fig flowers, leaves, and stems, used as a hydrating, lightly fragranced water-phase ingredient in natural formulas, with photosensitization risk requiring careful sourcing.
Skin benefits
- Adds a soft green note to natural formulas
- Acts as a hydrating water-phase ingredient
- Carries trace enzymes and sugars sometimes associated with softening claims
- Traditional ingredient in folk skincare
Known concerns
- Fig leaf and stem sap contains furanocoumarins like psoralens that are photosensitizing
- Phototoxic incidents from fig leaf extract are documented
- Sourcing and processing must minimize psoralen carryover
- Caution advised in sun-exposed products
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.