Triethyl Citrate
Triethyl Citrate is a perfuming and plasticiser ingredient. It’s in 254 products on Poliage, most often deodorant, sunscreen and lip. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 22, 2026
In plain English
An ester of citric acid. A solvent and plasticizer that also reduces odor.
What it does
Contains Triethyl Citrate: masking
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Triethyl Citrate: perfuming
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Triethyl Citrate: plasticiser
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 80375, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Triethyl Citrate
CeraVe
Eczema Relief Moisturizing Cream
Moisturizer · Lists silicones
Cosmia
efficacité 24h, anti-traces, fabriqué en France, *parfum de synthèse
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol
Cosmia
efficacité 24h, anti-traces, fabriqué en France, *parfum de synthèse et Une réduction d’emballage pour autant d’utilisations qu’un format 200ml.
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol
Herbivore
EMERALD Deodorant
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, coconut derivatives
Grown Alchemist
Energize Body Cleanser
Body wash · Lists fragrance allergens, essential oils, coconut derivatives
Clinique
Even Better All-Over Concealer + Eraser
Concealer · Lists exfoliating acid, silicones, salicylic acid
Clinique
Even Better Clinical Vitamin Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 45
Foundation · Lists silicones
Clinique
Even Better Refresh Hydrating and Repairing Makeup
Foundation · Lists exfoliating acid, silicones, salicylic acid
SHEGLAM
Everlasting Love Liquid Lipstick-Emily
Lip · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Supergoop!
Every. Single. Face. Watery Lotion SPF 50
Sunscreen · Lists fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones, chemical UV filters
PRAVANA
Extreme Hair Spray
Hair styling · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones
Henkel
Fa Men Kick Off 48h
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol
Elizabeth Arden
Flawless Finish Skincaring Foundation
Foundation · Lists drying alcohol, silicones, chemical UV filters
Dr. Squatch
Freedom Fresh 250th Anniversary Deodorant
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, coconut derivatives
Hello
Fresh Citrus
Deodorant · Lists fragrance
Dr. Squatch
Fresh Falls Deodorant
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, coconut derivatives
Dr. Squatch
Fresh Falls Spray Deodorant
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, drying alcohol
Palladio
FULL-COVERAGE CONCEALER
Concealer · Lists silicones, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
Cosmia
Gel douche gommant au savon noir et éclats d’argan
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Cosmia
Gel Douche Gommant Aux Noyaux D´abricot
Lists fragrance, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Deliplus
Gel higiene íntima hidratante
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, coconut derivatives
CeraVe
Gentle Hydrating Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists drying alcohol, silicones
Flower Beauty
Get Real Serum Foundation
Foundation · Lists essential oils, silicones, coconut derivatives
The Body Shop
Glowing Cherry Blossom Body Cream
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
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