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Citric Acid & Citrates for Cosmetics

Citric acid, monosodium citrate and trisodium citrate for cosmetic and personal care formulations including skincare, haircare, bath products and rinse-off applications.

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Citric acid, monosodium citrate & trisodium citrate for cosmetics

Citric acid, monosodium citrate and trisodium citrate are widely used in cosmetic and personal care formulations to adjust pH, support product stability and contribute to overall formulation performance.

At Citribel, we produce high-quality citric acid, monosodium citrate and trisodium citrate through fermentation processes based on circular production principles. Our ingredients are used by cosmetic manufacturers worldwide in applications such as skincare, haircare, bath products and cleansing formulations.

Selected products are COSMOS Approved and NATRUE Approved, supporting formulators working on natural and certified cosmetic products.
With reliable European production and consistent quality, Citribel supports cosmetic formulators in developing stable and effective products.

Functions of Citric Acid, Monosodium Citrate and Trisodium Citrate in Cosmetics

pH adjustment

Citric acid is commonly used to adjust and fine-tune pH in cosmetic formulations, helping create products that match the required skin or hair compatibility.

Buffering systems

Citrate salts such as monosodium citrate and trisodium citrate help stabilise pH and support formulation consistency during production and shelf life.

Chelation support

Citrates can bind trace metal ions, helping improve formulation stability and supporting the protection of colour, clarity and product performance.

Formulation stability

Citric acid and citrates contribute to balanced formulations in a wide range of cosmetic and personal care products, especially where pH control is important.

Applications in the cosmetics industry

  • Skincare products
  • Haircare products
  • Facial cleansers
  • Color cosmetics
 

Citribel Ingredients for Cosmetic Formulations

  • Citric Acid Anhydrous
  • Citric Acid Monohydrate
  • Monosodium Citrate
  • Trisodium Citrate
 

Product Portfolio

Explore Citribel’s portfolio of citric acid, monosodium citrate and trisodium citrate ingredients for cosmetic formulations.
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Liquid Solutions

Citribel offers citric acid in liquid form for customers who prefer a ready-to-use alternative to solid formats. Our liquid solutions can support easier handling, accurate dosing and direct integration into production processes, while maintaining the consistent quality expected from Citribel’s European production.

Citribel Ingredients for Cosmetic Formulations

Citric Acid Anhydrous

Used in skincare formulations to help adjust pH and support overall product stability. Suitable for creams, gels and serums where consistent formulation performance is important.

Citric Acid Monohydrate

Supports pH adjustment in skincare products and helps maintain balanced formulation behaviour. Suitable for lotions, creams and other leave-on applications.

Monosodium Citrate

Acts as a buffering agent in skincare formulations, helping maintain pH stability and product consistency. Suitable for formulations requiring mild and controlled pH management.

Trisodium Citrate

Supports buffering in skincare products and helps formulators maintain stable pH and consistent product performance across different formulation types.

Citric Acid Anhydrous

Used in haircare products to adjust pH and support formulation consistency. Suitable for shampoos, conditioners and other rinse-off applications.

Citric Acid Monohydrate

Helps regulate pH in haircare formulations and supports stable product performance. Suitable for products where balance, consistency and shelf-life stability are important.

Monosodium Citrate

Provides buffering support in haircare products, helping maintain pH stability and reliable formulation behavior. Suitable for shampoos, conditioners and treatment products.

Trisodium Citrate

Used as a buffering agent in haircare products to support pH stability and formulation performance. Suitable for applications where consistency during shelf life matters.

Citric Acid Anhydrous

Used in facial cleansers to help adjust pH and support stable formulation performance. Suitable for rinse-off products where mild and controlled pH adjustment is important.

Citric Acid Monohydrate

Supports pH regulation in facial cleansing formulations and contributes to balanced product behaviour. Suitable for facial wash gels, creams and other cleanser formats.

Monosodium Citrate

Acts as a buffering component in facial cleansers, helping maintain pH stability and formulation consistency. Suitable for products requiring gentle and reliable pH management.

Trisodium Citrate

Supports buffering in facial cleansing products and helps maintain stable pH and consistent performance across rinse-off formulations.

Citric Acid Anhydrous

Suitable for colour cosmetic formulations where pH adjustment and formulation balance are important. Helps support stable product performance in a range of application formats.

Citric Acid Monohydrate

Used in colour cosmetics to support pH adjustment and consistent formulation behaviour. Suitable for products where stability and formulation control are required.

Monosodium Citrate

Provides buffering support in colour cosmetic formulations, helping maintain pH stability and product consistency. Suitable for applications requiring controlled formulation performance.

Trisodium Citrate

Used as a buffering agent in colour cosmetics to support pH stability and reliable formulation behaviour across different cosmetic formats.

Suitable for certified cosmetic formulations

Selected Citribel ingredients are COSMOS Approved and NATRUE Approved, making them suitable for formulators working on natural and certified cosmetic and personal care products.

Why Cosmetic Producers Work with Citribel

  • European production
  • Circular & sustainable production process
  • Unique surface fermentation process
  • Low CO2 due to sugar molasses as raw material
  • Consistent ingredient quality
  • Reliable supply volumes
  • Flexible packaging formats
  • COSMOS approved
  • NATRUE approved

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Frequently Asked Questions

Selected Citribel ingredients are COSMOS Approved and NATRUE Approved, supporting formulators working on natural and certified cosmetic products.

Citric acid is commonly used in cosmetics to adjust pH and support formulation performance in products such as skincare, haircare and cleansing applications.

Which Citribel ingredients are suitable for cosmetic formulations?

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