ph adjuster

Citric Acid

Evidenceformulation · Tier 4Irritation riskLowIn products4,163

The research

Citric Acid is a ph adjuster backed by documented evidence (evidence tier 4 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 1 reporting a positive effect.

Read the research — 2 studies

International Journal of Cosmetic Science · 1996 · observational

Among alpha-hydroxy acids (glycolic, L- and D-lactic, citric, hydroxybutyric, malic) evaluated at equimolar concentrations over six weeks for stinging, cell renewal, moisturization and wrinkle reduction, L-lactic and glycolic acids were most effective and least irritating, with citric acid less effective and comparatively more stinging.

Products with Citric Acid

In 4,163 products — most often serums (1395), moisturizers (1092), cleansers (703), from $3.76 to $1115.62. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.

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Caudalie

Caudalie

Caudalie Vinoclean Gentle Foam Cleanser 150ml

Cleanser – for Dryness

$17.15150ml · $0.11/ml

★★★★★4.9(5,118)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

Caudalie Vinoclean Gentle Foam Cleanser 150ml is a water cleanser by Caudalie. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Caprylyl Glycol.

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ELEMIS

ELEMIS

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 (50ml)

Sunscreen – for Dryness

$145.0050ml · $2.90/ml

★★★★★4.8(7,510)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 (50ml) is a sunscreen by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.

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ESPA

ESPA

ESPA Tri-Active Lift and Firm Eye Serum 15ml

Eye Cream

$64.7715ml · $4.32/ml

★★★★★4.8(892)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentAcne & breakouts
  • ExcellentBlackheads
  • StrongDryness
  • RelevantOiliness & shine

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema

ESPA Tri-Active Lift and Firm Eye Serum 15ml is a eye cream by ESPA. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Betaine.

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SkinMedica

SkinMedica

SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser (6 fl. oz.)

Exfoliant – for Acne & breakouts, Blackheads

$48.00177.4ml · $0.27/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,084)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • ExcellentAcne & breakouts
  • ExcellentBlackheads
  • StrongDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser (6 fl. oz.) is a exfoliant by SkinMedica. Key ingredients include Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Salicylic Acid, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract.

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Lancôme

Lancôme

Lancôme Rénergie Multi-Lift Night Cream 50ml

Moisturizer

$92.4650ml · $1.85/ml

★★★★★4.8(718)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasmaPerioral Dermatitis

Lancôme Rénergie Multi-Lift Night Cream 50ml is a peptide serum by Lancôme. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol.

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ELEMIS

ELEMIS

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream (50ml)

Moisturizer – for Dryness

$145.0050ml · $2.90/ml

★★★★★4.8(3,499)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream (50ml) is a antioxidant serum by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate SE.

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Curlsmith

Curlsmith

Curlsmith Double Cream Deep Quencher 237ml

Moisturizer

$22.29237ml · $0.09/ml

★★★★★4.8(769)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

Curlsmith Double Cream Deep Quencher 237ml is a basic moisturiser by Curlsmith. Key ingredients include Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol.

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ESPA

ESPA

ESPA Tri-Active Lift and Firm Moisturiser 55ml

Moisturizer – for Dryness, Fine lines & wrinkles

$73.6655ml · $1.34/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,002)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisRosacea

ESPA Tri-Active Lift and Firm Moisturiser 55ml is a antioxidant serum by ESPA. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol.

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Wella Professionals Care

Wella Professionals Care

Wella Professionals Care Oil Reflections Luminous Reboost Mask 150ml

Serum

$29.97150ml · $0.20/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,666)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Wella Professionals Care Oil Reflections Luminous Reboost Mask 150ml is a antioxidant serum by Wella Professionals Care. Key ingredients include Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Panthenol.

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Kiehl's Since 1851

Kiehl's Since 1851

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream (Various Sizes)

Moisturizer

$78.0028ml · $2.79/ml

★★★★★4.8(855)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentBlackheads
  • StrongDryness
  • StrongAcne & breakouts
  • RelevantOiliness & shine

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / Eczema

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream (Various Sizes) is a exfoliant by Kiehl's Since 1851. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Squalane, Stearyl Alcohol.

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Educational information, not medical advice. Study findings summarise the cited research and may not reflect every formulation.