botanical_bark
FICUS INDICA BARK
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Indian fig (Ficus indica) bark is a traditional astringent botanical containing tannins and polyphenols, used for skin tightening with limited modern cosmetic safety review.
Skin benefits
- traditional astringent and soothing use
- polyphenols may offer antioxidant support
- tannins can tighten skin feel
Known concerns
- scarce modern cosmetic safety data
- tannin content can be drying
- potential cross-reaction in latex-sensitive users due to Ficus genus
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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