Fig
Part of the plant: Fruit
Origin: Southern France
Benefits
Fig offers many cosmetic benefits.
Its pulp is used to retain and supply water to the outer layers of the epidermis, which helps to restore theskin’s natural hydration.
Its skin contains many antioxidants that help to combat skin ageing.
History
Fig is a symbolic tree from the Mediterranean basin: along with the olive tree, the pomegranate tree, vines and date palm trees, it is one of the five fruit trees of the promised land.
Farmed and worshipped since Antiquity, this tree is associated with science and knowledge. Its fruit has been consumed for thousands of years for its health benefits.
