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

• Type: Another Publication in an International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2024

Authors

Blanco-Llamero, C (Author) Other; Macário, HF (Author) Other; Guedes, BN (Author) Other; Fathi, F (Author) Other; Beatriz B P P Oliveira (Author) FFUP; Souto, EB (Author) Other

Journal

Title: Cosmetics

Vol. 11

Final page: 149

Publisher: MDPI

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Authenticus ID: P-016-ZYA

DOI: 10.3390/cosmetics11050149

Abstract (EN): Known for its stimulating effects on the nervous and cardiovascular systems, caffeine has proven remarkable versatile properties. It can be used in a wide range of different products, from anti-aging cosmetics to the pharmaceutical treatment of hair loss. Caffeine is known for its antioxidant properties and is commonly found in moisturising creams recommended as anti-aging or anti-cellulite and also for the treatment of different skin disorders, including androgenic alopecia. This bioactive is also described to be able to enhance the sunscreen scattering effect of well-known ultraviolet (UV) blockers. One of the major challenges remains its penetration capacity into deeper skin layers, which may be achieved by the use of nanosized delivery systems, yet without the risk of transdermal delivery. In this review, we discuss the nutraceutical value of caffeine in cosmetic products, so-called nutricosmetics, which grants this bioactive several advantages in several formulations, in comparison to other potential bioactives of nutricosmetic value. Furthermore, the disclosed effects of bioactives commonly found in coffee, tea, and their by-products are reviewed and discussed. The discussion concludes by highlighting the significant benefits of caffeine in the treatment of skin disorders and its potential to enhance and promote skin health.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 14