Description
What is Citric Acid?
Citric Acid is a highly popular cosmetic raw material. The main application of this in the cosmetics industry is to decrease the pH as well as help keep the formula within the right range. According to CIR, CosIng enumerates this as CITRIC ACID, and its major cosmetic functions are pH stabilization and assisting in chelation. Formulators use citric acid for this purpose.
Easy pH Control
Citric Acid helps you to lower the pH level of the formula to the required level. It plays a major role in shampoos, face washes, hand washes, creams, and serums.
Better Product Comfort
Excessive pH can be harsh on a formula. Citric Acid assists in adjusting the end pH, making the product more comfortable to the skin and hair.
Supports Formula Stability
There are several formulas owing to which a good number of them perform well at the optimal pH range. Citric Acid is able to make small controlled modifications, as opposed to the possibility of guessing.
Numerous Product Types of Work
According to the CIR, Citric Acid is used in almost all types of cosmetics. It is applicable in rinse-off and leave-on products.
Minor Expense, Beneficial Regulation
Even a little will alter the ultimate pH of an entire batch. This is why it is a convenient raw material that is useful in daily production.
How to Use
Handling Note: First, dissolve Citric Acid in clean water. Gradually pour this mixture into the batch—mix, then test pH. You can repeat yourself in bits until you reach the target. Avoid breathing dust. Eyes. Get out of the way. Wear a dust mask, gloves, and goggles when working with the powder.
These concentrations are common first-time concentrations when Citric Acid is used to correct pH. The final amount will always depend on the full formula, and it will be necessary to check it with a pH meter. CIR reports include up to 4 percent leave-on products and up to 10 percent rinse-off products, but there is a vast array of formulae applied, which depend on much lower levels, with pH control only required to be obtained.
| Product Type | Citric Acid in Formula by Weight |
| Shampoo | 0.1 percent to 0.4 percent |
| Body Wash and Shower Gel | 0.1 percent to 0.5 percent |
| Liquid Hand Wash | 0.1 percent to 0.5 percent |
| Face Wash and Cleanser | 0.1 percent to 0.5 percent |
| Creams and Lotions | 0.05 percent to 0.3 percent |
| Serums and Toners | 0.05 percent to 0.2 percent |
| Bath Products | 0.2 percent to 1.0 percent |
Target pH:
- Target 5.0 to 5.5 in the case of a hair product.
- In the case of skin cleansers, it is 5.0 to 6.0.
- 5.0-5.8 with creams, lotions, and serums.
Formulation Build Order:
- Start with the initial water level.
- Prepare a little Citric Acid solution in clean water.
- Inject the solution gradually towards the end of the batch.
- Blend and measure pH.
- Continue with additions in intervals until the required pH is achieved.
- Final pH check. Add fragrance, preservative, and other final ingredients to your formula.
- Recheck viscosity, especially in surfactant systems, after correction of pH.
Citric Acid: What You Can Do With It
- Shampoos
- Body soaps and shower bath gels
- Liquid hand washes
- Face washes and cleansers
- Serums, creams, and lotions
- Bath toners and masks
Citric Acid is usable everywhere in the cosmetic product categories, especially in those areas that require the preservation of pH.
The Reason to Order at Stexol
- COA Per Batch: Each lot will come with a COA to give the chance to verify the raw material before the production process.
- None of the Minimum Order Pressure: In small packs and large quantities. Buy as much as you have with you every time. Size up when you are ready.
- Smaller Prices on Larger Orders: Special and discounted prices on large volumes.
- Same-Day Dispatch: We provide early order and same-day delivery services so that your production is not stalled.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Citric Acid: Is lemon juice a source of Citric Acid?
A: No. It is an untainted cosmetic raw material. It offers a better level of control and better batch consistency.
Q: Could Citric Acid be added to the batch?
A: It is typically dissolved in water, and then it is gradually added, and the pH is measured.
Q: Is it possible to use Citric Acid in a shampoo and face wash?
A: Yes. It is normally applied in rinse-off and leave-on cosmetics as a pH modifier.
Q: Can one get an overdose of Citric Acid?
A: Yes. Excess may cause the pH to go too low and even alter the thickness in the surfactant formula.
Q: Where shall I store it?
A: Store it in a cool, dry place, not in contact with moisture and sunlight.
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