Do you drink coffee to get through the day? You’re not alone. The beverage is a mood lifter, and we may have become entirely dependent on it to stay awake. But did you know that coffee has many other nutritional benefits besides boosting your mind? Yes, coffee and health are connected. It can help manage weight, fight diseases, lower blood sugar, etc. But here, we’ll focus exclusively on the benefits it has on the skin.

1. Reduction of dark circles
When it gets hectic on campus or at work, and you have to burn the midnight oil to finish projects, stubborn dark circles can appear. Thankfully, you can use coffee as a remedy. Its caffeine content aids in dilating blood vessels, which helps eliminate dark circles and reduces puffiness below the eyes. Make a paste by mixing half a teaspoon of grounded coffee with olive oil and some water and gently apply it under your eyes. Leave it on for at least five minutes and repeat daily until necessary.

2. Protection from inflammation
Coffee contains polyphenols, which have anti-inflammation properties. The chlorogenic acid in coffee beans (a part of the polyphenol family) helps protect the skin from inflammation triggered by various skin problems, such as eczema. It’s also effective in reducing skin pigmentation. Experts have carried out extensive studies to understand the link between coffee and health, including skin health. The results have been promising as far as reduction in hyperpigmentation and inflammation is concerned.

3. Reduction in cellulite
Caffeine in coffee can dilate the blood vessels, improving circulation. This is especially beneficial for managing cellulite – dimpled, lumpy flesh in the thigh area caused by improper blood flow. It might not eliminate cellulite altogether but helps reduce its imprint. You can use a coffee scrub for cellulite reduction and for nourishing your skin.

4. Anti-aging properties
Coffee has several benefits for the skin, one of the best being its anti-aging properties. Wrinkles and face marks are common as you age, but fret not. Some studies have shown that drinking coffee can help slow down the photoaging effects on the skin. You can also use a coffee scrub to reduce redness, spots, and lines.

5. Exfoliation
Coffee grounds don’t dissolve easily in water. Thus, they can be used as natural scrubbing agents to remove dead skin and boost collagen levels. Take a quarter cup of freshly grounded coffee and add a quarter cup of powdered brown sugar and a dash of lemon juice. Apply this scrub while taking a shower and leave it on for a couple of minutes.

Now that you know about coffee and the health benefits it has on the skin, go ahead and try these remedies. They may take some time to work, but they’re surely worth a shot.