INCI name

FICIN

Ficin

A protein-splitting enzyme from fig latex, used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Ficin is a proteolytic enzyme (a protease) isolated from the latex of the fig tree, Ficus carica. CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in enzyme peels, cleansing powders, masks and exfoliating products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The label does not show the enzyme's concentration or activity.

Functions

Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (19)

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