{"product_id":"citric-acid-2","title":"Citric Acid","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"436\"\u003eAdjust and stabilize your cosmetic formulations with \u003cstrong data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"295\"\u003eCitric Acid\u003c\/strong\u003e — a naturally derived organic acid widely used as a pH adjuster, chelating aid, and mild exfoliating agent in skincare and haircare systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"524\"\u003eIt is one of the most essential functional ingredients in modern cosmetic formulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"529\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"551\"\u003eProduct Identity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"769\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"567\"\u003eINCI Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citric Acid\u003cbr data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"582\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"600\"\u003eChemical Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA)\u003cbr data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"628\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"639\"\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically derived from fermentation of sugars\u003cbr data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"688\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"703\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e White crystalline powder\u003cbr data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"731\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"746\"\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly water-soluble\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"774\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"814\"\u003eFunctional Benefits in Formulation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"834\"\u003epH Adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primary use — lowers pH in creams, gels, shampoos, and cleansers.\u003cbr data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"903\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eImproves Product Stability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps optimize preservative performance by maintaining proper pH range.\u003cbr data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eChelating Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assists in binding trace metal ions (secondary function).\u003cbr data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eMild Exfoliation (at higher levels):\u003c\/strong\u003e Acts as a gentle AHA in specific formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003eFace Wash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eShampoo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003eConditioner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eCreams \u0026amp; 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