Citric Acid
Citric Acid is a buffering and chelating ingredient. It’s in 3,736 products on Poliage, most often shampoo, body wash and conditioner. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
An acid found in citrus fruit, usually made by fermentation. Adjusts the pH of a formula and binds metal ions.
What it does
Contains Citric Acid: buffering
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Citric Acid: chelating
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Citric Acid: masking
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 32858, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as acidum citricum and lemon acid.
Products that contain Citric Acid
Axe
AXE Gel Douche Homme Wild 12h Parfum Frais 2x250ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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AXE Gel Douche Homme Wild Mojito & Bois de Cèdre Lot 6x400ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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Axe Gel Douche Magnum Billionaire 12h Parfum Frais Lot 2x250ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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AXE Gel Douche Wild Mojito & Bois de Cèdre
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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AXE Gel Douche Wild Mojito & Bois de Cèdre 2x400ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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Axe Gel Douche You 250ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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Axe Gel Douche YOU 400ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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AXE Gel Douche You Lot 2x250ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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AXE Ice Gold Gel Douche Homme Air de la Montagne et Senteur Bois Frais 3 en 1 Lot 2x250ML
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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Axe Re-Load
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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Axe SG
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
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Axe sg black 400ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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Axe sg cuir&cooki 2x250ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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Axe sg cuir&cooki 2x400ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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Axe sg cuir&cookies 400ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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Axe sg skate&rose 2x250ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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Axe sg skate&roses 250ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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AXE Trousse Homme Black Eau de Toilette 100ml, Déodorant 150ml & Gel Douche 250ml x1
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, exfoliating acid, sulfates, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
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AXE Trousse Homme Wild Eau de Toilette 100ml, Déodorant 150ml & Gel Douche 250ml x1
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Anua
Azelaic 3 Cica Skin Clarifying Toner
Toner · Lists exfoliating acid, essential oils, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Medicube
Azelaic Acid Capsule Foam Cleanser
Cleanser · Lists exfoliating acid, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
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Lists coconut derivatives
Drunk Elephant
B-Goldi Bright Illuminating Drops with 5% Niacinamide
Serum · Lists coconut derivatives
Drunk Elephant
B-Hydra Intensive Hydration Serum with Hyaluronic Acid
Serum · Lists coconut derivatives
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