Citric Acid

INGREDIENT

Citric Acid

pH Adjuster; Chelating Agent

Approved

Generally safe at cosmetic concentrations; concentrated acid or very low-pH formulations may irritate skin and eyes.

Also known as 3 Synonyms
Function Adjusts product pH and supports formulation stability.
Safety Meter Approved
Evidence Level Strong
CAS Number 77-92-9
Category pH Adjuster; Chelating Agent
Function Adjusts product pH and supports formulation stability.
Evidence Level Strong
Status Approved
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Adjusts product pH and supports formulation stability.

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
FOUND IN

Found in Approved Products

This ingredient appears in 78 Oh Daisey Approved Products.

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