CFI Malic Acid - Food Grade (1kg)

• Form: Powder
• Suitable For: Food And Cosmetic Use
• Typical Usage Rate: 1 to 3% in the aqueous phase
• Ingredients: Malic acid
• Storage: Keep well sealed and store away from children, animals, moisture, sunlight, and heat

• Water-phase skincare formulations
• Shampoos and lotions
• Nail treatments and serums
• Lower-pH cosmetic products that use fruit acids
• Formulas that need a water-soluble acid with humectant character

Malic Acid Is For:

• Formulators working with fruit acids in water-based systems
• DIY makers creating lower-pH cosmetic products
• Ingredient-led projects that need a gentler AHA option

Malic Acid Is Not For:

• Direct neat application to the skin
• Very high-pH formulas
• Finished skincare use without formulation

• As a Cosmetic Ingredient: Add at 1 to 3% in the aqueous phase of the formula.
• As a Formula Acid: Use where a water-soluble fruit acid is required in a suitable product type.
• Processing Tip: Confirm final formula pH after addition.
• Processing Tip: Pair with suitable sun-care habits if used in daytime exfoliating products.

• Keep well sealed between uses
• Store away from children, animals, moisture, sunlight, and heat
• Patch test finished products before broader use
• Discontinue use if irritation occurs
• Follow with sun protection when using daytime exfoliating products

Q: Is Malic Acid one of the gentler AHAs?
A: It is often considered a gentler option within the AHA category because it is a larger molecule.

Q: Where is Malic Acid added in a formula?
A: The source information states that it is used at 1 to 3% in the aqueous phase.

Q: Can Malic Acid be used with other actives?
A: Yes, but final compatibility depends on the full formula and pH.