Ficus carica (Fig) fruit extract
AKA “fig fruit extract”
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Ficus carica (Fig) fruit extract
AKA: Fig fruit extract
Extract · Humectant · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Humectant
Extract
Clean
ficus carica (fig) fruit extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as humectant. Rated low hazard by EWG.
Family
Moraceae (Mulberry family)
Plant Part
Fruit
CAS #
90028-74-3
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern traditional medicine for thousands of years to soothe skin, treat wounds, and improve complexion. Historical cosmetic applications appear in ancient Egyptian and Greco-Roman beauty practices.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Uneven Texture
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR