Coffee. My best friend doesn’t drink it. Never has. Ever. Me? I couldn’t imagine a morning without it. Ever. Forever. To be honest, coffee IS my (other) best friend.

I first discovered the incredible cognitive benefits of caffeine back in high school, when I needed to keep my brain alive for way more hours than it was used to (hello, endless study sessions). Then came 13 years of medical training, and coffee became an absolute essential to get through the grueling days (and nights).

As much as I like to think I’m keeping my local barista in business, coffee’s legacy is far more impressive than my morning flat white. This life-changing elixir was first discovered in the mountains of Yemen on the Arabian Peninsula. Today, the highest producing regions are Brazil, Vietnam, Colombia, and Indonesia.

What’s in a Coffee Bean?

At Skindepth Dermatology, we’re always exploring powerful skin-loving ingredients—and coffee happens to be one of them. Coffea Arabica, the plant behind your morning cup, contains a cocktail of skin-benefiting bioactive molecules:

• Caffeine

• Ferulic acid

• Phytoestrogens

• Proanthocyanidins

• Fatty acids

Yes, it sounds science-y—but these ingredients are gold for your skin.

Why Coffee Is Good for Your Skin

(Especially when applied topically)

These complex-sounding compounds have anti-ageing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Translation? They help your skin look and feel younger—especially when applied directly.

Coffee Berry Extract

Derived from the fruit of the Coffea Arabica plant, coffee berry is a supercharged antioxidant—stronger than even green tea and pomegranate. In one study of 20 women, using coffee berry extract on the skin showed:

• 30% improvement in pigmentation

• 20% reduction in fine lines

And yes, this was after topical application—not just your morning cup!

Green Coffee Oil

Thought to deliver anti-ageing effects, green coffee oil boosts collagen, elastin, and glycosaminoglycan production (thanks to a release of TGF-B). The leaf extract even stimulates Type I procollagen, helping to improve firmness and elasticity.

In Simple Terms?

Coffee might just be the secret to firmer skin and fewer fine lines.

At Skindepth—your trusted Skin Clinic in Melbourne’s St Kilda East—we’re all about combining skin science with smart routines. Whether it’s through skincare or simply sipping your way to clearer skin, ingredients like coffee are more than just buzzy trends—they’re backed by research and loved by our dermatology experts.

Want to Know More?

Come chat to us at Skindepth Dermatology.

☕ Drink up—and glow on! xxx