Citric Acid

Citric Acid – Cosmetic Grade

An essential ingredient for making bath bombs, fizzers, and other bubbling products. Citric Acid reacts with Sodium Bicarbonate to create the fizzing effect in bath bombs, while also helping to adjust pH levels in creams, lotions, and haircare products. It’s a staple for bath and body makers.

INCI: Citric Acid

Appearance: Fine white crystalline powder or small granules

Uses in Formulation:
• Bath bombs, bath fizzers, and bath powders
• Foaming and bubbling bath products
• pH adjuster in creams, lotions, and gels
• Shampoos, conditioners, and hair treatments
• Household-style cleaning blends (non-cosmetic use – not for resale as cosmetic)

Typical Usage Rates:
• Bath bombs & fizzers: 20–30%
• Bath powders: 10–20%
• pH adjustment: 0.1–1% (as required)

Why Makers Love It:
Citric Acid is a must-have for fizzing bath products and a reliable pH balancer for skincare and haircare. It’s affordable, effective, and versatile — the perfect partner to Sodium Bicarbonate in bath bomb making.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and strong odours. Shelf life approx. 24 months.

Free From: Preservatives, fragrance, colourants. Vegan friendly & cruelty free.

Important: For external cosmetic use only. This is a raw cosmetic ingredient. Finished products must be assessed before sale.