preservative · ph-adjuster
Sodium Citrate
Generally safe·Strong evidence
A salt derived from citric acid that buffers pH and prevents metal oxidation in formulas. Widely used in food and cosmetics, it is well tolerated at cosmetic concentrations.
Questions
- What does sodium citrate do in skincare?
- Sodium citrate is a buffer that adjusts pH in cosmetic formulas. It also acts as a mild chelating agent and antioxidant.
- Is sodium citrate safe?
- Published reviews show no safety concerns with sodium citrate in cosmetics. It's derived from citric acid and sodium.
Products with Sodium Citrate
- 100MinonAmino Moist Moist Charge Lotion I
- 100BiodermaSensibio Foaming Gel
- 100AnuaPDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum
- 100LuminSuper Light Moisturizer
- 100Good MoleculesHyaluronic Acid Serum
- 100Dr.CeuracleCica Regen 92 Toner
- 100VersoHydration Serum
- 100RosenSuper Smoothie Brightening Cleanser
- 100Dr.AlvaCopper Peptide Professional Anti-Aging Serum
- 100Augustinus BaderThe Rich Eye Cream
- 100Banana BoatBaby SPF 50 Mineral Sunscreen Lotion
- 100Banana BoatSport Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion
- 100WalgreensSpot Acne Treatment
- 100WalgreensPre-Moistened Medicated Pads Hemorrhoidal with Witch Hazel
- 100WalgreensPre-Moistened Medicated Wipes Witch Hazel Hemorrhoidal Astringent
- 99Dr. Jart+Cryo Rubber Mask With Moisturizing Hyaluronic Acid
- 99NumbuzinNo.9 NAD+ BIO Lifting-sil Essence
- 99Trader Joe'sUltra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer
- 98CeraVeHydrating Facial Toner
- 98SpeickPure Face Cream Rich
- 98Purito SeoulTXA 6 Niacinamide 10 Retinal Serum
- 98Up & UpSalicylic Acid Acne Wash
- 97Caldera + LabThe Great
- 97Angela CagliaCell Forté Eye Crème
- 97BiodermaPhotoderm Cream SPF 50
- 97RevlonColorstay Foundation 110 Ivory
- 96WildcraftWash Gel Cleanser
- 96SNAILWHITEDouble Boosting Anti-aging Serum
- 96RevlonColorStay Makeup Foundation for Combination/Oily Skin
- 96Up & UpBenzoyl Peroxide Acne Wash
- 94NuoriVital Repair Serum
- 94RiversolMoisturizing Concentrate
- 93Josh RosebrookC Complex Serum
- 93BlumeMilky Fade Serum with Niacinamide for Spots & Scars
- 93CetaphilUltra Gentle Body Wash Fragrance Free
- 92RiversolExfoliating Glycolic Peel
- 91RiversolAnti-Redness Serum
- 91RiversolAnti-Aging Serum
- 91b.tanTanned AF 1 Hour Self Tan Mousse
- 91ORLASKINSalicylic Acid Acne Treatment Pads
- 90Fitglow BeautyVita Active B+C+E Hyaluronic Super Serum
- 89ShiseidodProgram Acne Care Lotion MB
- 89L'Oreal ParisInfallible Pro Glow Foundation
- 88LubridermDaily Moisture Lotion
- 87Grown AlchemistSkin Renewal Serum
- 86SanaNameraka Honpo Skin Lotion
- 85NuoriThe One
- 85DucrayMelascreen Anti-spots Radiance Serum
- 84Bondi SandsFragrance Free Daily Sunscreen Face Lotion SPF 50
- 84Dr. Dennis GrossAdvanced Retinol + Ferulic Triple Correction Eye Serum
- 84Dr Dennis GrossDermInfusions Fill + Repair Serum with Hyaluronic Acid
- 84Laura MercierTinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector Broad Spectrum SPF 30
- 83Sisley ParisBlack Rose Skin Infusion Cream
- 83KikumasamuneSake High Moisture Skin Lotion Toner
- 83Rudolph CareFirming Perfector Serum
- 83KikumasamuneSake Brewing Skin Care Lotion High Moist
- 83Natura SibericaVitamin C Serum
- 83CaudalieInstant Detox Mask
- 82Dr. Jart+Teatreement Toner
- 82Dr.CeuracleVegan BHA & Matcha Ampoule
- 81Caldera + LabThe Clean Slate
- 81Summer FridaysCC Me Serum
- 81NeutrogenaClear & Defend 1% Salicylic Acid 2-in-1 Wash-Mask
- 80KikumasamuneJapanese Sake Lotion
- 80OxyMaximum Strength 10% Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Face Wash
- 79LumeneNordic-C Glow Boost Essence
- 78Hyper SkinBrightening Dark Spot Vitamin C Serum
- 78TatchaThe Silk Canvas
- 77HuronFace Moisturizer
- 77SVRSebiaclear Active
- 76TatchaViolet-C Brightening Serum
- 76KerastaseNutritive Fondant Magistral
- 76Bjorn AxenRepair Shampoo
- 75Cathy DollWhitamin C Spot Serum
- 75Milk_ShakeMake My Day Shampoo
- 73ShiseidoWhite Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum
- 73AnessaPerfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk
- 73NatureLab TOKYOPerfect Clean 2-in-1 Scalp Scrub & Clarifying Shampoo
- 72Tata HarperResurfacing Serum
- 72Belo EssentialsWhitening Lotion SPF 30
- 72PanteneDaily Moisture Renewal Shampoo
- 72Head & ShouldersClassic Clean 2-in-1 Shampoo & Conditioner
- 72Head & ShouldersClassic Clean 2-in-1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo + Conditioner
- 71Christophe RobinCleansing Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt
- 70ApivitaKeratin Repair Nourish & Repair Shampoo
- 70BriogeoScalp Revival Charcoal + Tea Tree Scalp Treatment Serum
- 69PanteneVolume & Body Shampoo
- 68StriVectinHydration Multiplier Hyaluronic Acid Serum
- 68AtrixIntensive Hand Cream
- 67Bondi SandsGradual Self Tanning Milk
- 67PertClassic Clean 2-in-1 Shampoo & Conditioner
- 66Natura SibericaNight Recovery Face Cream
- 66PanteneCurl Perfection Shampoo
- 65Herbal EssencesSmooth Rose Hips Shampoo
- 63Head & ShouldersSmooth & Silky 2-in-1 Dandruff Shampoo + Conditioner
- 61MethodGreen Tea and Aloe Hand Soap
- 52NeutrogenaRapid Clear Treatment Pads
- 27OlayFresh Outlast Body Wash
References
Cosmetic information for general education, not medical advice. A verdict is a reading of the published evidence, never a guarantee for your skin: any ingredient can irritate someone, so patch test new products and see a professional if you react. Concern is graded on cited evidence, never on hazard-score lists. See how we score.