Caffeine improves Male Skin Function

A new study offers the intriguing result that male skin function can be improved by creams containing [tag-tec]caffeine[/tag-tec].

In this study, scientists noted that androgens (like testosterone) tend to decrease the health of hair at the scalp, and to reduce the skin’s capacity to repair itself.

Caffeine, as applied in a hydroxycellulose gel, was applied to the arms of male volunteers and female volunteers for seven days. Water loss through the skin was measured at the start and at the end of the seven day study. Amount of water loss did not differ between male and female subjects at the start of the study, but there was a significant difference at the end of the study.

This means that [tag-ice]caffeine[/tag-ice] was able to slow down water loss from the skin, which helped skin retain moisture and proper hydration. This boosted the skin’s capacity to repair itself, and to repel infection.

We probably will see more caffeine creams coming onto the market in men’s skin care. This should improve skin health and barrier protection, resulting in fewer skin problems in the future.