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Cosmetics Ingredients

CAFFEINE

CAS Number 58-08-2
Chem/IUPAC Name: 1H-Purine-2,6-dione, 3,7-dihydro-1,3,7-trimethyl-
EINECS/ELINCS No: 200-362-1
COSING REF No: 32304
CAFFEINE
Caffeine has come a long way from being just a preferred beverage among people - it has also crept into the world of personal care and cosmetics with a bang. And all for a good reason, caffeine benefits the skin and hair in more ways than one. Additionally, it is natural and is far away from the disadvantages and side effects that synthetic ingredients provide in the cosmetic formulations. The chemical formula of Caffeine is C8H10N4O2.

What is CAFFEINE used for?

Caffeine has many benefits to offer in the world of cosmetics and personal care. It is also a brightening agent that makes the surface of the skin glowy and appear healthier. It can be found in a variety of products such as shampoos, creams, scrubs and masks.
  • Skin care: It is widely used in skin care products. It is anti-inflammatory and reduces puffiness from the surface of the skin. Moreover, it is a great exfoliator because of its coarse texture. It effectively removes dead skin cells, cleanses and makes the skin brighter. It is anti-aging as it works effectively to reduce the damage done by free radicals produced in the human body.
  • Hair care: It is also used in hair care products as it makes the shafts softer and shinier. It also prevents product buildup on the scalp that is caused by synthetic ingredients. It increases blood circulation on the scalp and stimulates the hair follicles to aid hair growth.

Origin

Caffeine is a natural ingredient that is derived from the beans, leaves and fruits of various plants like coffee, guarana and cacao. In its natural form, Caffeine appears as a white powder that is bitter in taste.

What does CAFFEINE do in a formulation?

  • Cleansing
  • Skin conditioning

Safety profile

Caffeine is a safe ingredient and does not have any adverse effects on the skin and hair. However, it may be drying if used excessively. Ideally, only 3% of it is used in most cosmetic and skin care products. A patch test should be done prior to full usage, especially in the case of sensitive skin. Further, Caffeine is a natural ingredient and is vegan.

CAFFEINE Alternatives

Technical profile

Property Values
Boiling Point 178°C
Melting Point 238°C
pH 5.0
Solubility Soluble in water
12
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