Caffeine affects the eyes topically by acting as an antioxidant and vasoconstrictor to temporarily reduce puffiness and dark circles by restricting blood flow.
It is also present in serums and creams formulated with ingredients like vitamin C and hyaluronic acid to address concerns such as wrinkles, fine lines, and hydration. While topical application helps with puffiness and dark circles.
Caffeine, scientifically known as 1,3,7- trimethylxathine is present in coffee beans. It is found in various beverages like tea, coffee, and soft drinks. Intake of 3 to 4 servings has favourable health benefits, toxic symptoms like increased heartbeats, tremours are possible with much higher doses.
Caffeine can influence tear production ( helps in dry eye syndrome), and its anti-oxidative property can delay the formation of cataract. In myopic Danish children, oral consumption of caffeine was shown to slow the progress of myopia and axial elongation.
However, it can affect intraocular pressure, but there is no indication that glaucoma patients should avoid caffeine intake.
The study involved using electronic databases, including Google Scholar and PubMed, by searching the following keywords: caffeine, eyes, dry eye syndrome, cataract, glaucoma, myopia, lids puffiness.
