An extract of robusta coffee beans, used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Coffea robusta seed extract is an extract of the beans of robusta coffee, Coffea robusta, of the madder family (Rubiaceae). Coffee beans naturally contain caffeine. CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.
Where it is used
Found in eye creams, body care products, scrubs and other skin care products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not reveal whether green or roasted beans were used, or how much caffeine the extract contains.
Functions
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.