How to Use Caffeine in Skin Care

Introduction

Caffeine the word itself has a high. It has been known for years as a mild stimulant of the central nervous system and is the most widely used ingredient in the world. Due to its high biological activity and ability to penetrate the skin barrier, it is being widely used in skin care. It is an alkaloid, that is, a compound of plant origin with action on humans. Chemically, caffeine is 1,3,7-trimethylxanthine.

Caffeine was first isolated from coffee in 1819. It is also found in tea leaves and cocoa beans, and thus in cocoa and chocolate products. It is present in cola drinks made from kola nuts.  Coffeine also present in energy drinks made from holm oak leaves and guarana seeds. The caffeine content of coffee beans differs depending on the species of coffee plant. Coffee Arabica beans, grown primarily in Central and South America, contain about 1.1 percent caffeine. Coffia robusta beans, grown primarily in Indonesia and Africa, contain about 2.2 percent caffeine. Caffeine used in skin care products is mainly obtained from coffee beans.

What Exactly is Caffeine?

“Caffeine does for your skin pardon it does for your soul: wake it up a bit,” says Mona Gohara, M.D., a Connecticut-based board-certified dermatologist. “It’s an antioxidant that’s a great vasoconstrictor, meaning it constricts blood vessels.” Cosmetic chemist and BeautyStat founder Ron Robinson agrees: “Caffeine is a powerful antioxidant that can protect skin from free radical damage.” Cosmetic chemist Ginger King smooth calls the ingredient “a microcirculation booster.”

What Does Caffeine do for the Skin?

All in all, the main skin benefits of caffeine boil down to protection from the elements, anti-inflammatories, and increased blood flow. An added bonus? “It will also help make the active ingredients more effective,” explains King.

Benefits of Caffeines in Skin Care

The Claim:  Can Reduce Cellulite

The truth: Caffeinated topical skincare products have become wildly popular ever since beauty editors suggested that exfoliating with coffee grounds could reduce the appearance of cellulite. According to them, topical requests of caffeine can temporarily constrict blood vessels, giving skin a tighter appearance.

However, some experts believe that these results are temporary, if they are present at all. “Caffeine as a topical ingredient is not bad for the skin, but there is no clinical indication of its effectiveness when it comes to improving the appearance of cellulite or stretch marks,” shares Dr. Ronald L. Moy, a leading cosmetics manufacturer and cosmetics in Los Angeles, with a plastic doctor and former president of the American Academy of Dermatology. “We are more likely to reduce the appearance of cellulite or even the signs of acne when we stimulate stem cells, and there is scientific evidence to support this,” he explains.

 Caffeine Can Smooth Wrinkles

The truth Unfortunately, multiple cups of coffee or tea through the day won’t reduce the appearance of wrinkles. “There is no evidence that drinking caffeinated drinks can improve skin or counteract signs of aging,” shares Jennifer Krohn, a nutritionist in Los Angeles.

But according to New York dermatologist and skin surgeon Dr. Kavita Mariwalla, you may have better luck with caffeine in skin care products, at least when it comes to preventing the initial appearance of wrinkles. . “Caffeine is a powerful antioxidant,” she stocks. “This is decent because it helps protect the skin from UV damage and slows down the aging process caused by sun exposure.” Although these products are unlikely to smooth existing fine lines, they can provide useful prevention.

Do Caffeinated Eye Creams Really Help Against Dark Circles?

dr Agarwal tells us that there are no clinical studies that specifically count caffeine as a great lightening agent. However, he adds that when caffeine is combined with other ingredients in eye products, it helps reduce inflammation and redness. He tries Avya Eye Bright Cream with Caffeine, which instantly reduces puffiness by constricting blood vessels and eliminates dark circles in the long run by reducing leaky vessels that allow blood cells to seep into soft tissue. For a lighter serum texture, Inkey List Caffeine Serum is infused with the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits of coffee that help reduce puffiness and dark circles and prevent free radical skin damage to the area.

However, if your skin is prone to dehydration or itchiness, the effect can be negative. “In fact, using caffeinated eye creams can dry out the eye area and make it look worse,” she says. It’s best to read reviews online and talk to your dermatologist. If you have sensitive or extremely dehydrated skin before using a coffee eye cream.