September 11, 2026 Editorial directory · Not a shop

Ingredient

Caffeine

C8H10N4O2

Cross-category use in eye products, PDRN formulas and scalp serums keeps caffeine highly visible.

Category: Eye / Scalp Active

Chemical formula: C8H10N4O2

Main cosmetic effects: De-puffing appearance; antioxidant; scalp-stimulation positioning.

Source: Coffee/tea extraction or synthesis.

Developer / supplier: Longstanding pharmaceutical/cosmetic use

Origin: Global

Representative product: The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG

Approx. retail price (USD): 10

Evidence maturity: Moderate for eye puffiness appearance

What it does

De-puffing appearance; antioxidant; scalp-stimulation positioning.

Notes

Eye / Scalp Active | Moderate for eye puffiness appearance