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Potassium Citrate

Potassium citrate is a potassium salt of citric acid, commonly used as a buffering agent to control the pH of cosmetic products. It helps maintain the stability and efficacy of other ingredients by keeping the product within a desired pH range. It can also function as a chelating agent.

Buffering agentVegan
BenefitNone 0 / 4
RiskVery low 0 / 4

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Products with Potassium Citrate

AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution
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AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution
4.3/ 57/12/6

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