Citric Acid / Sodium Citrate / Zinc Citrate.
What is it?
Zinc citrate, or zinc salt of citric acid, is a natural ingredient. Citric acid itself is a naturally occurring alpha/beta hydroxy acid (AHA/BHA) and is used in various products to adjust pH levels and as a chelating agent. Sodium Citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid.
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Zinc citrate, or zinc salt of citric acid, is a natural ingredient. Citric acid itself is a naturally occurring alpha/beta hydroxy acid (AHA/BHA) and is used in various products to adjust pH levels and as a chelating agent. Sodium Citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid.
Where does it come from?
Zinc citrate is derived from citric acid, which is found in citrus fruits such as lemons and limes.
What are the benefits?
What are the benefits?
- Purifying: Zinc Citrate can inhibit the growth of harmful microorganisms.
- Cell Renewal: Zinc Citrate contributes to the skin's natural cell renewal process.
- Soothing: Zinc Citrate reduces by-products of cell metabolism.
- Exfoliation: Citric Acid can rid the skin of dead cells, promoting a brighter and smoother complexion.
- Hydration: Citric Acid contributes to holding moisture in the skin which can minimize the signs if maturing skin.
- Antioxidant Protection: Citric Acid protects against free radicals and contributes to overall skin vibrance.
- pH Level: Citric Acid can maintain an optimal pH level for normal skin barrier function, ensuring the skin remains vibrant and resilient.
How is it used in our products?
Zinc Citrate or Citric Acid is used, for example, in I70 Hydroxytyrosol + Hyaluron The Beauty Molecule and F64 Corrective Eye Elixir from OLIVEDA. Its included for its antioxidant and exfoliant properties which can remove dead skin cells and impurities to reveal fresh, softer, smoother skin. It also minimizes the appearance of spots and other pigmentation issues, contributing to a clearer complexion. As a protective antioxidant, it promotes cell renewal and protects the skin against free radicals and the signs of maturing skin.
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