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Triethyl Citrate
Triethyl Citrate is an ester of citric acid that acts as a deodorant active, solvent, and film plasticizer. It is commonly found in deodorants, styling products, SPF, and decorative formulas.
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⚠ Use with Caution
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
Triethyl Citrate can inhibit odor formation, soften polymer films, and act as a mild solvent in cosmetics.
Deodorants, antiperspirants, styling, SPF, decorative long-wear formulas, perfumed products, and film-forming systems.
Key Benefits
Supports odor control
In deodorant formulas, it may help reduce odor associated with bacterial breakdown of sweat.
Softens the film
Acts as a plasticizer, making the polymer layer less brittle.
Improves solubility
Helps incorporate aromatic or lipophilic components.
Suitable for
Main Actions
Not the same as citric acid
Triethyl Citrate is an ester, not an acid for pH regulation. Its role is more sensory, deodorant, and film-forming.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Triethyl Citrate do for skin?
Deodorants, antiperspirants, styling, SPF, decorative long-wear formulas, perfumed products, and film-forming systems.
Who should use Triethyl Citrate?
Triethyl Citrate is suitable for: deodorants, styling, SPF, long-wear makeup.
Are there any warnings about Triethyl Citrate?
Triethyl Citrate is an ester, not an acid for pH regulation. Its role is more sensory, deodorant, and film-forming.
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