Mixed

Malic Acid

Explained

Malic Acid is an acid with both AHA and BHA properties, but is considered an AHA because its AHA properties are stronger.

Like other AHAs, it removes the top layer of old and dead skin to reveal the newer layer underneath. It also helps with improving fine lines, wrinkles, skin tone, skin texture, and acne blemishes.

Due to its exfoliating properties, you should wear SPF when using Malic Acid.

Fun fact: The word "Malic" comes from the word "Malum". In Latin, "Malum" means apple. This ingredient is often derived from unripe fruit.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

See all 730 products with Malic Acid

Users who like it
61%
Users who avoid it
39%

What it does

Buffering Buffering ingredients help stabilise or adjust the ph level of a product.

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.9%
Top categories
Cleansers
Treatments
Moisturizers
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
Concentration Concentrations we've seen
2% to 3%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 35136
INCI Name MALIC ACID
EC #  202-601-5
All Functions Buffering