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Caffeine

Low Concern

Quick verdict

Low risk

Caffeine skin safety dashboard

Caffeine scores 82/100 across 2 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

1/5

Low clogging risk signal in current analyses.

Fungal acne concern

Lower

No major fungal-acne warning is flagged by current data.

Pregnancy concern

Lower

No elevated pregnancy-specific concern is flagged here.

Skin types to avoid

None flagged

Based on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.

What is Caffeine and why is it used?

We're still generating a detailed description for Caffeine. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up.

Will Caffeine clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 1/5

Caffeine has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 2 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is Caffeine?

Low Concern

Caffeine currently scores 82/100, which places it in a lower-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.

Is Caffeine safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Caffeine a safety score of 82/100 with a low concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.

Final Verdict: who should be most cautious with Caffeine?

No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Caffeine, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

How we rate this ingredient

Rating sourced from official regulatory and scientific databases.Confidence: MediumLast reviewed Jun 13, 2026
2 products analyzed containing CaffeineAnalyze a new product

Found in 2 Products

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum - contains Caffeine
82

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum

low

Stimulates blood circulation and has antioxidant properties to prevent skin aging.

82

Skin nutrition botanicals multi-peptide anti aging serum

low

Provides antioxidant benefits and constricts blood vessels to reduce puffiness and improve microcirculation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Caffeine and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Caffeine. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 2 products in our database, Caffeine appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Caffeine clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Caffeine has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 2 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.
Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is Caffeine?
Caffeine currently scores 82/100, which places it in a lower-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.
Is Caffeine safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Caffeine a safety score of 82/100 with a low concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.
Final Verdict: who should be most cautious with Caffeine?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Caffeine, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.