#$%^&*AU2014203077A120151224.pdf#####ABSTRACT A process for obtaining a caffeine extract from coffee beans using a glycerol and water solvent system. The caffeine extract is isolated by filtration of the extraction mixture and removal of solvent under reduced pressure. The isolated caffeine extract thus produced has a high caffeine content and good shelf stability. In particular the caffeine extract is easy to incorporate into emulsion formulations and finds application in the field of personal care products such as cosmetic, hair care and skin care preparations.
