Fig Leaf CO₂ Extract (Ficus carica)

Fig Leaf CO₂ Extract (Ficus carica)

A concentrated botanical extract featuring Ficus carica for compatible cosmetic or aromatic formulations.

At a Glance

• Botanical name: Ficus carica
• Product type: Botanical extract

Specifications of Fig Leaf CO₂ Extract

• Botanical Name: Ficus carica L.
• Family Name: Moraceae.
• Common Name: Fig Leaf (Common Fig).
• INCI: Ficus Carica Leaf Extract.
• Parts Used: Leaves.
• Extraction Method: CO₂ extraction (solvent-free; obtained without high heat / chemical solvents).
• Odor / Scent: Green, milky, and woody with creamy undertones; fresh vegetal greenness with a subtle, softly sweet warmth.
• Note (Perfumery): Top-to-middle character (it’s described as a bridge between freshness and warmth).
• Solubility: Typically oil-soluble; often soluble in alcohol; insoluble in water.

Aromatic Profile

Aroma and Olfactory Profile:

The fragrance of Fig Leaf CO₂ extract is multi-dimensional, elegant, and comforting.

Top Notes: Crisp green leaf, dew, and subtle citrus tones.

Heart Notes: Creamy lactonic sweetness, herbaceous warmth, gentle coconut nuance

Base Notes: Woody-balsamic, soft hay, and warm resin undertones.

The aroma is fresh yet soothing, reminiscent of walking beneath a fig canopy on a summer afternoon.

It opens with green clarity, softens into sweet milky warmth, and finishes with a dry, woody tranquility.

Its character bridges green florals and creamy woods, making it perfect for both masculine and unisex compositions.

Chemistry

The CO₂ extraction retains a balanced combination of volatile aroma compounds and heavier, fixative molecules, offering exceptional depth and longevity.

Main components include:

• Furaneol and lactones – impart creamy, fruity, and caramel-like sweetness
• Coumarins and phytol derivatives – add warmth and smoothness
• Terpenes and sesquiterpenes – contribute to green, resinous, and woody aspects
• Natural plant waxes – enhance texture and stability

Together, these compounds give Fig Leaf CO₂ extract its unique “green-amber” duality, harmonizing freshness and warmth.

Therapeutic and Aromatherapeutic Benefits

While primarily used in perfumery, Fig Leaf CO₂ Extract also carries holistic wellness benefits:

- Calming & Balancing Soothes mental stress and overthinking; encourages peace and reflection.

- Grounding & Centering Stabilizes emotions; harmonizes energy during anxiety or change.

- Mood-Enhancing Evokes tranquility, optimism, and a feeling of sunlight and calm.

- Skin Conditioning Adds mild emollient and antioxidant properties in natural formulations.

Energetically, fig leaf represents balance between body and spirit — the grounded sweetness of life.

Applications

Applications in Natural Perfumery and Cosmetics

In Perfumery

• Adds realism and complexity to green, woody, or creamy accords.
• Acts as a soft natural fixative and emotional anchor.
• Ideal for perfumes inspired by nature, summer, Mediterranean air, or quiet introspection.

In Skincare and Aromatherapy

Used in botanical balms, body butters, or hair oils for its soft natural scent.

Blends well with Coconut, Olive, and Meadowfoam oils for Mediterranean-style wellness products.

Recommended dosage: 0.2–1.5% in final formulations.

In Aromatherapy

In energetic aromatherapy, fig leaf is considered the oil of peace and understanding.

It embodies inner stability, sensual comfort, and quiet joy, helping the mind reconnect with nature’s rhythm.

It resonates with the heart and solar plexus chakras, supporting emotional renewal and creative flow.

Its green sweetness reminds us of wholeness, growth, and the beauty of stillness — qualities that make it beloved in meditation and holistic perfumery.

Safety

• Always patch test before topical use.
• For external use only.
• Use in dilutions no greater than 2% in leave-on skin care.
• Use Amber, Cobalt or Miron violet glass bottles to protect from light degradation.
• Avoid ingestion unless under expert supervision.
• Pregnancy, young children, or sensitive skin users should consult a qualified practitioner.

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