Fig Description
One caution: Fig contains a group of naturally-occurring compounds known as psoralens. These can make skin more sensitive to sun exposure, but you can get around this by using a broad spectrum sunscreen every day. The leaves, root and sap from the fig plant contain the highest concentration of psoralens, which is why the fruit portion, which contains appreciably low levels, is typically used in skin care.
Fig References
Indian Journal of Dermatology, January 2019, pages 71-73
Complementary Therapies in Medicine, December 2017, pages 85-91
Frontiers in Plant Science, November 2017,ePublication
Annals of Dermatology, February 2017, pages 86-90
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, November-December 2014, pages 560-664
Pharmaceutical Biology, November 2014, pages 1,487-1,503