Citric Acid

  • Dark Spot Care
  • Skin Texture Improvement
  • Brightening
  • May Worsen Dry Skin
  • May Cause Irritation
  • May Worsen Redness
  • May Irritate Lips
  • May Cause Photosensitivity
  • AHA
  • Exfoliation

Not rated A basic ingredient widely used in most products, such as purified water, or one that is not suitable for star-rating-based preference analysis.

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About Citric Acid

Citric acid is an organic acid.[1] In cosmetics, it is used to buffer the formula so its acidity does not change abruptly, bind metal ions to reduce their effects on color, fragrance, and formula stability, and prevent the ingredient's characteristic odor or taste from becoming overly noticeable.[3] It is described as colorless crystals with no distinct odor, so checking first whether it dissolves in water or oil and dissolving or dispersing it in the appropriate phase makes it easier to create a uniform formula.[2]

Citric Acid Details

Ingredient function
Buffering, Chelating, Masking
Main product categories
Cleansing Foam, Moisturizing Cream, Moisturizing/Nourishing Shampoo
INCI name
CITRIC ACID
CosIng ID
32858

Citric Acid References

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