Citric Acid
Citric Acid is a buffering and chelating ingredient. It’s in 3,890 products on Poliage, most often shampoo, body wash and conditioner. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 26, 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
Cosmia
Crème visage et corps
0.2 l · Label from France and World · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Cien
Cremedusche Sensitiv
400 ml · Label from Germany · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
alverde
Cremeöl-Lotion INTENSIV
200ml · Label from Germany · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol
Aldi
Cremeseife - Olive & Aloe Vera
150 g · Label from Belgium and Germany · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Balea
Cremeseife Beeren & Vanille
500 ml · Label from Germany · Ingredients incomplete, can’t check
Cien
Cremeseife Mandelblüte
500 ml · Label from Germany · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Cien
Cremeseife Mandelblütenduft
2000 ml · Label from Germany · Lists fragrance, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Balea
Cremeseife Sensitive (mit Aloe Vera)
500 ml · Label from Germany · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Cien
Cremeseife Sensitive mit Aloe Vera
500ml · Label from Germany · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, coconut derivatives
Herbal Essences
Crimson orange & mint
Label from Mexico · Ingredients incomplete, can’t check
Summer
CROWE SUN CARE
250 ml · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
boscia
Cryosea Firming Icy-cold Cleanser
Lists exfoliating acid, essential oils, coconut derivatives
Yves Rocher
Cube de Bain énergisant Framboise Menthe poivrée
15 g · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Yves Rocher
Cube de Bain Sensuel Parfum Vanille Bourbon
15 g · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Garnier
Cucumber Fresh shampoo
250 ml · Label from Italy · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Kiehl’s Since 1851
Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser
Lists fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Cuida & Protege Antibacterial
400 ml · Label from Argentina, Bolivia and Colombia · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Cuidado óleo-nutritivo aceite de argán
500 ml · Label from Spain · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
Hempz
Cupcakes & Cashmere Moisturizing Body Lotion
Body lotion · 17 fl oz · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Shea Solutions
Curl & Shine Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, coconut derivatives
Herbal Essences
Curl + Define Apricot Sulfate-Free Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Herbal Essences
Curl + Define Apricot Sulfate-Free Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Herbal Essences
Curl Boosting Mousse for Frizzy Hair
Hair styling · Lists fragrance
Native
Curl Care 2-in-1 Shampoo & Conditioner
Shampoo · 16.5 oz · Lists fragrance, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
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