Products with Citric Acid
Citric Acid is a fruit-derived ingredient used mainly to adjust and balance a formula's pH. At higher concentrations it can offer gentle surface exfoliation, helping brighten the look of dull, uneven skin.
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Small Amounts, Large Consequences
Almost every well-made formula has a target pH, and citric acid is how formulators hit it. Derived from citrus fruit, it fine-tunes acidity so that actives stay in their effective range and the finished product sits comfortably close to the skin's own slightly acidic surface. At higher concentrations it also offers mild surface exfoliation, softening the look of dullness.
It appears across cleansers and treatments alike — Brightening Facial Wash, Gentle Foaming Cleanser, Papaya Enzyme Cleanser, and DEJ Night Cream.
Is citric acid an exfoliant?
It can be, but usually is not. In the vast majority of formulas it appears far down the list as a pH adjuster at fractions of a percent. If you want genuine exfoliation, glycolic and lactic acid are the ingredients to look for.
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Sensitive to acids? Ask our providers to help you distinguish a pH adjuster from an active before you rule a product out.
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Featured Products with Citric Acid Reviews
“I LOVE this eye cream. I have tried so many eye creams and they usually either irritate my skin or just don’t do anything for me. This has given me almost immediate results without any irritation....”
“I been using this wash for 2 weeks now and my overall experience has been great. No fragrance from the wash, I ACTUALLY see brightening results from my dark spots, lathers well even if using a...”
“Been using the product for 3 years and have had amazing results. I feel as if it is keeping the aging process at bay and has helped to reverse some fine wrinkles and laxity.”
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