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Potassium Citrate
The salt of citric acid, which acts as a buffer, pH regulator, and auxiliary stabilizer for aqueous formulations.
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What is it?
Potassium salt of citric acid. Used in cosmetics as a buffer, pH adjuster, and auxiliary stabilizer.
Suitable for toners, serums, creams, cleansing agents, shampoos, and formulas with acids or preservatives sensitive to pH.
Key Benefits
Supports pH
Helps the formula stay within the desired acid-base range.
Stabilizes actives
The correct pH can be important for actives, preservatives, and texture.
Works gently
Usually has no noticeable sensory effect on the skin.
Suitable for
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Not an acidic active
Potassium Citrate is not equal to Citric Acid as a potential acidic component. It is a salt added primarily for buffering.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Potassium Citrate do for skin?
Suitable for toners, serums, creams, cleansing agents, shampoos, and formulas with acids or preservatives sensitive to pH.
Who should use Potassium Citrate?
Potassium Citrate is suitable for: toners, serums, cleansing, acidic formulas.
Are there any warnings about Potassium Citrate?
Potassium Citrate is not equal to Citric Acid as a potential acidic component. It is a salt added primarily for buffering.
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