Ficus carica (Fig) fruit extract

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AKA: Fig fruit extract
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
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.
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Uneven Texture
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR