Coffee and it’s Benefits on the Skin
Coffee is not only great to drink, it also has many great benefits if applied to the skin.
A coffee bean contains:
Caffeine - which is defined as a crystalline compound that is found in tea and coffee plants and is a stimulant of the the central nervous system.
Antioxidants - which protects cells from radical damage. Chlorogenic acids (CGA’s) which are pophenol antioxidants.
Melanoidins - anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Diterpenes - cafestol and kanweol which are natural oils in coffee beans.
Those are the main ingredients, but there are many other antioxidants in a coffee bean.
Coffee contains more antioxidants than red wine and green and black teas.
When using it on the skin it can aid in reducing cellulite, reduce the appearance of eye puffiness, help to improve blood flow, lessen the appearance of stretch marks, pH balances skin, exfoliates, improve skin tone, unclog pores, treat acne, calm the skin, and brighten the skin.
Coffee scrubs should always be applied to damp skin. It is safe to be applied daily as an eye cream or a mask.
Coffee can be found in many professional products that are on the market. But, you can also make your own scrubs, masks and eye serums or creams.
Coffee Body Scrub
1/2 cup coffee grounds
1/2 cup raw sugar or brown sugar
1/4 cup coconut oil
Optional: 1/2 tsp. vanilla or 3/4 tbsp. cinnamon or a few drops of essential oil
Mix all ingredients together and store in an air tight jar. When applying to skin use a light touch in a circular motion.
Coffee Eye Serum
1/2 cup coffee grounds
1/2 cup sweet almond oil
1 tbsp. avocado oil
4 drops Vitamin E oil
Mix 1/2 cup coffee grounds with 1/2 cup sweet almond oil. Put into air tight jar and place in the refrigerator for 5 days to a week. Afterwards, using cheesecloth to strain coffee grounds and sweet almond oil into a bowl. Once all oil is drained add 1 tbsp. of avocado oil and 4 drops of Vitamin E and mix together. Pour into dropper bottle and enjoy!
To use: Pat a few drops with your pinkie or ring finger under and on the outer corners of the eye. Being careful not to get in the eye. Apply once daily.
Coffee Mask
Coffee grounds
Honey
Mix equal parts of the coffee grounds and honey. Apply to skin avoiding lips and be careful not to get in eyes. Leave on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse off and pat dry.
