Malic Acid
Malic Acid is a pH adjuster — acid compound. It's found in 21 products in our database, making it a moderately popular ingredient.
What it does
Acid compound
Who it's best for
A formula support ingredient that ensures product stability.
- Keeps the product at the right pH for both efficacy and skin compatibility
- Not something you choose — but important for the formula to work
- Generally present at very low concentrations and well-tolerated
Works well with
- +Works on your skin(active)
- +Draws in moisture(humectant)
21 products
Formula balancers
Best products with Malic Acid
exfoliant
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See all lip care→Top products with Malic Acid
Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads
Alpha Beta® Universal Daily Peel Pads
Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Cryosea Firming Icy-cold Cleanser
Expert Cellulaire 3D Crème Fondamentale Reconstituante Jour
Expert 3D Cellulaire Crème de Nuit Régénératrice
I am Anti-Unreinheiten 24 H Feuchtigkeitscreme
The Daily Set with Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Facial Treatment Clear Lotion
Lip Smoothie Vitamin C + Peptide Lip Balm
Squalane Cleanser Hydrating Makeup Remover
Daily Superfoliant — Advanced AHA + Niacinamide Powder Exfoliant | Anti-Pollution | Activated Charcoal | Resurfaces & Detoxifies Skin
Facial Treatment Clear Lotion Hydrating Toner
Solait 50+ kids
Squalane Cleanser
Niacinamide 5% Face and Body Emulsion for Dark Spots & Uneven Tone
Natural Care
Shower gel tropical
PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum
Like A Gloss Lip Treatment with Hyaluronic Acid
Frequently asked questions
What does Malic Acid do in skincare?
Acid compound
Is Malic Acid safe for sensitive skin?
Malic Acid is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.
What products contain Malic Acid?
21 products in our database contain Malic Acid. The highest-rated is Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads scoring 9.1/9.8.
Can I use Malic Acid every day?
pH adjusters are present at minimal concentrations and are part of daily product use. They are not a concern for any skin type.