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FICUS RACEMOSA FRUIT EXTRACT.

Insufficient Data / SKIN CONDITIONING

Ficus Racemosa Fruit Extract, sourced from the Goolar fig, is a botanical ingredient rich in diverse phytochemicals. It offers a spectrum of potential skincare benefits, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties, while also suggesting support for skin hydration and barrier function.

Summary

Antioxidant Antimicrobial Anti-inflammatory Hydrating Wound Healing Support

Science

Mechanism of Action

This extract functions through its array of bioactive compounds, such as alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenoids, tannins, and phenols. It exerts potent antioxidant effects by scavenging free radicals and chelating metal ions, thereby protecting skin from oxidative damage. Antimicrobial actions have been observed against various pathogenic bacteria, and its anti-inflammatory capacity may soothe sensitive skin. Additionally, natural sugars are believed to enhance hydration and reinforce the skin barrier, with traditional uses also indicating support for wound healing and cell migration.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Exhibited good inhibition against pathogenic isolates including Streptococcus spp. and Staphylococcus spp. at 100 µg/ml (methanolic extract).
  2. 02 Showed significant antimicrobial activity against Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus subtilis, Proteus vulgaris, and E. coli at 500 µg/ml (methanolic extract).
  3. 03 Demonstrated significant, dose-dependent antioxidant activity with IC50 values of 73.7 μg/ml (DPPH), 72.75 μg/ml (ion chelating), and 59.3 μg/ml (ABTS assay) (methanolic extract).
  4. 04 Exhibited a maximum anti-inflammatory effect (30.4-33.9% reduction in paw edema) at 400 mg/kg body weight in rat models.
  5. 05 Showed dose-dependent inhibition of ulcer index at 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg body weight in different gastric ulcer rat models (50% ethanol extract).

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Insufficient data is available to assess common formulation practices or potential 'dusting' of this ingredient within the cosmetic industry for topical human use.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

The extract components show solubility in both polar solvents (like methanol and water, as evidenced by common extract types) and non-polar solvents (such as petroleum ether and carbon tetrachloride fractions). Optimal pH ranges are not specified.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has not evaluated Ficus Racemosa Fruit Extract. EWG lists it as 'RESTRICTED' for EWG VERIFIED products due to a lack of adequate substantiation, and reports 'No Data' for potential skin allergies & irritation, developmental & reproductive toxicity, cancer, or environmental impact.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While exhibiting promising in vitro and animal study results for antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory benefits, the absence of human clinical data and regulatory safety evaluations limits a definitive recommendation for precision skincare applications.

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