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Citric Acid

Low Concern

Quick verdict

Low risk

Citric Acid skin safety dashboard

Citric Acid scores 85/100 across 6 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

1/5

Low clogging risk signal in current analyses.

Fungal acne concern

Lower

No major fungal-acne warning is flagged by current data.

Pregnancy concern

Lower

No elevated pregnancy-specific concern is flagged here.

Skin types to avoid

None flagged

Based on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.

What is Citric Acid and why is it used?

We're still generating a detailed description for Citric Acid. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up.

Will Citric Acid clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 1/5

Citric Acid has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 6 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is Citric Acid?

Low Concern

Citric Acid currently scores 85/100, which places it in a lower-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.

Is Citric Acid safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Citric Acid a safety score of 85/100 with a low concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.

Final Verdict: who should be most cautious with Citric Acid?

No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Citric Acid, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

How we rate this ingredient

Rating sourced from official regulatory and scientific databases.Confidence: HighLast reviewed Jun 13, 2026
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Found in 6 Products

Balea med Ultra sensitive Panthenol handcreme - contains Citric Acid
85

Balea med Ultra sensitive Panthenol handcreme

low

Zitronensäure wird als pH-Regulator verwendet, um den Säuregehalt des Produkts einzustellen.

Q10 augencreme alverde Naturkosmetik - contains Citric Acid
85

Q10 augencreme alverde Naturkosmetik

low

Zitronensäure wird hauptsächlich zur Einstellung des pH-Werts des Produkts verwendet und kann auch eine leichte exfolierende Wirkung haben.

Mixa Panthenol Comfort Creme - contains Citric Acid
85

Mixa Panthenol Comfort Creme

low

Zitronensäure wird hauptsächlich zur Einstellung des pH-Werts in Kosmetikprodukten verwendet.

Balea med Handcreme Ultra Sensitive - contains Citric Acid
85

Balea med Handcreme Ultra Sensitive

low

Citric Acid wird verwendet, um den pH-Wert der Formulierung einzustellen und ist in kosmetischen Produkten gut verträglich.

Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 Exfoliating Toner - contains Citric Acid
85

Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 Exfoliating Toner

low

An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) used for exfoliation, pH adjustment, and its antioxidant properties.

Summer Fridays Flushed Lip Stain 12HR Transfer-Proof Lip Tint - contains Citric Acid
85

Summer Fridays Flushed Lip Stain 12HR Transfer-Proof Lip Tint

low

Serves to optimally adjust the pH value to ensure the product's skin compatibility.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Citric Acid and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Citric Acid. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 6 products in our database, Citric Acid appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Citric Acid clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Citric Acid has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 6 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.
Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is Citric Acid?
Citric Acid currently scores 85/100, which places it in a lower-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.
Is Citric Acid safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Citric Acid a safety score of 85/100 with a low concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.
Final Verdict: who should be most cautious with Citric Acid?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Citric Acid, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.