What is Citric Acid?

What is Citric Acid?

Citric Acid is an acid derived from fruits that gently remove dead skin cells.

Citric Acid is a natural preservative.


You can find Citric Acid in foods we consume, like oranges and lemons, however the best way for your skin to absorb it is topically!


What are the benefits of Citric Acid?


Citric Acid helps:


  • Lighten and brighten the skin
  • Remove dead skin cells
  • Maintain breakouts and congestion

Does it help with acne and oily skin types?


Citric Acid works amazing for acne prone skins as a natural exfoliator, it eats away all dead skin cells.


Does it help with pigmentation?


As Citric Acid eats away dead skin cells, it encourages new skin cell turnover to occur ans thus lightening and brightening overall skin tone.


In what product can you find Citric Acid?


Our favourite ASI skin cleanser, the Rejuvenating Foaming Cleanser contains Citric Acid and Vitamin C, which will help to exfoliate and resurface, while leaving your skin fresh and clear.

Vitamin C is an amazing antioxidant that helps to protect the skin from free-radicals.



Our ASI Rejuvenating Foaming Cleanser is the n°1 selling product in-store and online (we swear it’s true).

This absolute favourite makes removing your make-up and deep cleansing your skin super simple and helps every skin type, even the most fragile, to feel comfortable. 


Best of all, Rejuvenating Foaming Cleanser uses nourishing ingredients to deliver a deep and hydrating cleanse that will always leave your skin glowing.
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