Fig Extract
Second in a series of posts on herbal and botanical extracts used in cosmetics
Fig extract, derived from the fruit of the fig tree, is relatively new in skin care. But, figs, and other fruits, such as pomegrantes and olives, have been used to improve health and well being since bible times.
This extract is high in Vitamin A and beta-carotene. According to MedLinePlus: “Carotenoids are dark colored dyes found in plant foods that can turn into a form of vitamin A. One such carotenoid is beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is an antioxidant. Antioxidants protect cells from damage caused by unstable substances called free radicals. Free radicals are believed to contribute to certain chronic diseases and play a role in the degenerative processes seen in aging.”
Fix extract also is a wonderful exfoliator because it contains protien dissolving enzymes that act as exfoliators of dead skin cells. This enzyme exfoliation leaves no flaky skin behind, and the skin feels very soft and smooth.
on July 7th, 2009 at 11:13 p
Hello, can you please post some more information on this topic? I would like to read more.
on July 22nd, 2009 at 9:59 p
Konstantin – are you wanting more information on Fig Extract, or other extracts?