Chelating Agents

Citric Acid (Ph Adjuster)

INCI: CITRIC ACID
CAS 5949-29-1
Citric Acid (Ph Adjuster)°° is used as a buffering agent to maintain the pH balance of cosmetic formulations.
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

pH adjuster, chelating agent, buffering
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Citric Acid (Ph Adjuster)°° is used as a buffering agent to maintain the pH balance of cosmetic formulations.

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
5949-29-1
INCI
CITRIC ACID
Category
Chelating Agents
Updated
Apr 23, 2026