Coffee Grounds

INCI Name

Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Powder

Botanical Name

Coffea arabica

Coffee Grounds (Coffea Arabica Seed Powder) are a natural exfoliant rich in caffeine and polyphenols. They help remove dead skin cells, improve the appearance of circulation, and provide antioxidant benefits. Commonly used in scrubs, masks, and body treatments.

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Primary Function
Abrasive/Exfoliant
Add'l Function
Antioxidant
Fragrance
Scent Profile
Coffee
Rich
Is It Natural?
100% Natural
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Skin Type Suitability

Oily
Combination
Normal
Blemish-Prone
Considered Safe for Teens
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Typical Product Use

Abrasive exfoliant, antioxidant, stimulant, fragrance

Product Type(s):

Scrub
Mask
Exfoliator

Typical Usage Range:

1–10% in scrubs and exfoliating products

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Supportive Qualities

Exfoliates dead skin, improves circulation appearance, traditional use in cellulite scrubs, antioxidant properties

Primary Components:

Caffeine, chlorogenic acids, polyphenols, cellulose

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Important to Know

Can be abrasive for sensitive skin; avoid on broken or irritated skin

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Sourcing Tips

Preferred Extraction Method:

Roasting and grinding of seeds

Use finely ground, food-grade beans; can repurpose spent grounds for sustainability

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More information*

Explore additional safety and regulatory data from trusted external sources:

Cosmetics Info
Cosmetic Ingredient Review
EWG's Skin Deep
INCIDecoder
SkinSAFE
SpecialChem

*The ingredient details on this page are intended for general educational use and should not be considered exhaustive. Additional properties, uses, or safety considerations may be available from other sources. Root & Ritual Apothecary is not affiliated with Cosmetics Info, Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), INCIDecoder, SkinSafe, EWG Skin Deep, or SpecialChem. External links are provided solely for informational purposes; Root & Ritual does not control or guarantee the accuracy, methodology, or conclusions of third-party sources, including consumer rating systems such as EWG.