CITRIC ACID cosmetic ingredient

Description

Citric Acid is the organic acid that conforms to the formula:

CAS# code (Chemical Abstracts Service)

77-92-9 / 5949-29-1

EC# code (European Community)

201-069-1

The functions of the cosmetic ingredient

BUFFERING : Stabilising the pH of an aqueous medium in a narrow range even if an acid or base is added. Altering and/or maintaining a cosmetic product's pH at the desired level.

CHELATING : Forming complexes with metal ions which could affect the stability and/or appearance of cosmetics.

FRAGRANCE : Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.