Citric Acid is a natural preservative which is present in citrus fruits.
Lemons, oranges, limes, and other citrus fruits possess high concentrations of citric acid. You can apply citric acid on the skin, in the form of peels, toners, scrubs or masks. Citric acid treats several skin problems like mild acne, pigmentation, uneven skin tone, clogged pores, wrinkles and dark spots. Citric acid is an alpha hydroxy acid and used as an active ingredient in chemical peels. It is also used as one of the active ingredients in the production of antiviral tissues. Many skin products uses citric acid as a pH adjusting agent.
