org by Roland Tanglao, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/ Turkish coffeeHow Coffee Affects the SkinThere is no direct link between black coffee and the appearance of breakouts. Caffeine in Topical CosmeticsUnlike ingested coffee, topical caffeine products act locally. Common QuestionsCan coffee cause sudden breakouts? Black coffee does not cause acne on its own; sugar, dairy additives, and caffeine-induced stress are the primary culprits. Black coffee does not cause acne on its own; sugar, dairy additives, and caffeine-induced stress are the primary culprits.