Snapshot
- Overview
- Helps reduce body odor and gives formulas a light, silky feel.
- Category
- Skin Conditioning
- Type
- Solvent
Triethyl Citrate
Triethyl citrate is the triethyl ester of citric acid, used across cosmetics and personal care. It acts as a mild, oil-soluble solvent and plasticizer, improving spreadability, stabilizing fragrance, and refining texture without a heavy feel.
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Our take
Is Triethyl Citrate a Good Ingredient?
It rates Good as a reliable solvent and plasticizer that improves texture and aids deodorant performance by slowing sweat-degrading processes. It offers real utility without strong direct skin-care activity, which makes it a solid but not standout ingredient.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Helps curb body odor by slowing the breakdown of sweat, supporting a fresher feel, and also contributes to a silky, lightweight skin feel without greasiness.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Common in deodorant sticks and sprays, fine fragrances, and lightweight fluid moisturizers to improve application and formula aesthetics.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally well tolerated with low irritation potential, though fragranced formulas using it may tingle on freshly shaved or compromised underarm skin. No widely cited cosmetic restrictions. Discontinue use if persistent redness or stinging occurs.
Products with Triethyl Citrate
