Citric Acid
pH adjuster
What is Citric Acid?
Used in small amounts to balance a product's pH so it sits comfortably on skin. At these low levels it is not acting as an exfoliating acid.
In skincare terms, Citric Acid is a pH adjuster that helps keep a formula within a skin-friendly range.
What does it do?
Citric Acid is primarily used for ph adjuster.
Who it may suit
It is generally considered gentle and well tolerated by most skin types. It is widely used across products for all skin types.
Where you'll find it
In our catalogue, Citric Acid appears in moisturisers, serums, sets, spf and more.
Also listed as
On an ingredients label (INCI), Citric Acid may appear as: citric acid.
Related ingredients
This is educational information, not medical advice. Skin reactions vary between individuals — patch test new products and consult a professional if you have specific concerns.
