Bioactives in Nutricosmetics: A Focus on Caffeine from Tea to Coffee

August 2024 in “ Cosmetics ”

Cristina Blanco-Llamero, Hugo F. Macário, Beatriz N. Guedes, Faezeh Fathi, M. Beatriz P.P. Oliveira, Eliana B. Souto

caffeine androgenic alopecia antioxidant UV blockers nanosized delivery systems nutricosmetics bioactives skin disorders skin health hair loss sun protection nano delivery systems cosmetic bioactives skin care

TLDR Caffeine is beneficial for skin and hair treatments but needs better delivery methods to penetrate deeper skin layers.

The review article "Bioactives in Nutricosmetics: A Focus on Caffeine from Tea to Coffee" discusses the multifaceted benefits of caffeine in skincare and hair health, emphasizing its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Caffeine is effective in treating skin disorders and androgenic alopecia, with results comparable to minoxidil. The article highlights the potential of using sustainable by-products like coffee silverskin for caffeine extraction and the use of nanosized delivery systems to improve skin penetration. Studies show caffeine's efficacy in UV protection, cellulite reduction, and anti-aging, underscoring its versatility in cosmetic applications. Continued research is expected to drive further innovation in caffeine-based formulations.

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