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Exfoliant

Ficin

Often labeled as: Fig Enzyme

The rare, ultra-gentle fig exfoliator.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A proteolytic enzyme extracted from the latex of fig trees. It is considered even gentler and more stable than Papain or Bromelain, providing a beautifully mild, non-irritating enzymatic peel for the absolute most sensitive skin profiles.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Micro-exfoliates without friction or acid, deeply softens, and revitalizes.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A premium, rare active found in high-end enzymatic masks.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It causes severe photo-sensitivity like AHAs.

The Science

Because it only targets dead surface proteins and doesn't thin the live epidermis, it does not drastically increase UV sensitivity.