Some of us may need caffeine every day to stay on our toes, but have you ever thought of other uses of caffeine? Coffee, tea, and soda aren’t just used as a daily energizer for your insides. Compared to unpopular opinion, caffeine actually has amazing benefits for your skin and health. There’s a reason why many cosmetic companies have started incorporating caffeine in skincare products, along with other industries - and now you can too. Check out these benefits of caffeine on your body, inside and out.
Caffeine Contains Antioxidants
One of the reasons why caffeine is used in an array of products is because of its antioxidants. When you drink 2-3 cups of coffee per day, you’re perking up both your body and complexion. You’re also protecting your skin cells from cancer caused by ultraviolet radiation - how cool? Studies indicate that caffeine may repair skin damage from the sun, and is both the best and strongest antioxidant to combat UV damage. Product-wise, these antioxidants are mostly found in anti-aging creams. Free radicals are responsible for causing premature skin aging, so let the antioxidants from caffeine help. This will improve the overall appearance of your skin, while minimizing wrinkles, fine lines, and loss of elasticity.
Reduces Dark Eye Circles
Perhaps the best use for caffeine in products is to reduce dark circles under your eyes. Due to the anti-inflammatory ingredients in caffeine, your skin will appear tighter, your complexion will appear brighter, and your blood vessels will be narrowed. This results in less puffy under-eye circles and a flawless appearance. Between work, working out, and daily stress factors, this may be one of your favorite benefits of caffeine. Now you can truly be awake on the inside and out!
Constricts Blood Vessels
This may not sound like a good thing, but we promise it is. Caffeine actually helps minimize blood vessels, which can reduce any redness or swelling in your skin. In addition, this will give you naturally firm skin that is certainly worthwhile. The key to a tighter tummy and skinnier thighs? Your cup of Joe! Caffeine can also help to calm redness in those who suffer from rosacea. By constricting blood vessels topically with a caffeine product, there will be less flushing and puffiness. Plus, caffeine’s antioxidant properties help prevent any flare-ups and irritations from happening.
Dehydrates Fat Cells
Caffeine as an ingredient in a skincare product acts as a diuretic, which actually dehydrates fat cells. The end result is then reduced wrinkles, smaller fat cells, and smoother skin. With its dehydrating properties, caffeine is also a temporary fix for cellulite. It can reduce the fluids in cellulite tissue, having the water disappear from the surface of your skin. As a result, this minimizes the appearance of cellulite, thus providing you with smooth skin you have always wanted.
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-Gina
