Essentially Natural Tartaric Acid

• INCI Name: Tartaric Acid
• Ingredient Type: AHA exfoliant, acidulant and pH adjuster
• Appearance: Powder
• Solubility: Water soluble
• Usage Rate: 1-10%
• Phase: Water phase
• Profile: Water-soluble organic acid for exfoliating and pH-adjusting formulations
• Suitable For: Exfoliating Toners, Serums, Masks, Rinse-Off Exfoliants, pH Adjustment And Suitable Acidulant Applications
• Related Ingredient: Potassium bitartrate is commonly known as cream of tartar

• Gentle exfoliating toners, serums, masks and rinse-off exfoliants
• Formulas designed to support smoother-looking texture
• Products focused on more even-looking tone over time
• Antioxidant-support style skincare blends
• pH adjustment where a lower pH is required
• pH stabilising in suitable cosmetic formulations
• Ingredient applications where an organic acid is required and the finished product is formulated appropriately

This Product Is For:

• Formulators creating AHA exfoliating products with careful pH control
• DIY makers comfortable working with acids and testing final pH
• Skincare formulations needing a water-soluble acid ingredient
• Cosmetic products where pH needs to be lowered carefully
• Formulators who can weigh accurately and work safely with powdered acids

This Product Is Not For:

• Direct application to skin as a raw powder
• Users who cannot test and control final product pH
• Compromised, broken or highly reactive skin without professional guidance
• Eye-area products
• Anhydrous oil-only formulations
• Casual use without accurate weighing and pH testing

• As an Exfoliating Active: Dissolve in the water phase and formulate within your chosen usage level, typically 1-10% depending on product type.
• As a pH Adjuster: Add in small increments to lower pH, mix thoroughly, then re-test until your target pH is reached.
• Dissolving Tip: Always dissolve fully in water before combining with other phases.
• pH Tip: Use appropriate pH testing equipment and record final pH for consistency and safety.
• Formulation Tip: Start low and adjust according to product type, intended use and skin tolerance.
• Testing Tip: Patch test finished products before broader use.

• For cosmetic formulation use only unless the finished product is specifically designed and compliant for another use
• Do not ingest as a raw ingredient
• Avoid inhaling dust
• Wear a mask and eye protection when handling powders
• Wear gloves when working with acids and avoid direct skin contact
• Always dilute in a formulation, never apply neat to skin
• AHA products can increase sun sensitivity, so use daily sun protection when using exfoliating products
• Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
• If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water
• Keep out of reach of children

Q: Is Tartaric Acid an AHA?
A: Yes, tartaric acid is part of the alpha hydroxy acid family and is used for surface-level exfoliation in skincare.

Q: Can Tartaric Acid be used as a pH adjuster?
A: Yes, it is commonly used to lower pH in water-based formulations. Add slowly and test often.

Q: What does Tartaric Acid do for skin over time?
A: In well-formulated products, it can help support the look of smoother texture and more even-looking tone through gentle exfoliation.

Q: Does Tartaric Acid dissolve easily?
A: Yes, it is water soluble and should be dissolved in the water phase before combining with other ingredients.