{"product_id":"malic-acid-malic-acid-pureactivesco-active-acid-powder-acid-true-size-50g-acd-mal-50-50-shopify-60-deny-manual-8-25-true-true","title":"Malic Acid – AHA Exfoliating Acid","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMalic Acid — The Gentle AHA for Exfoliation, Texture \u0026amp; pH Control\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot all AHAs are created equal. \u003cstrong\u003eMalic Acid\u003c\/strong\u003e is a naturally occurring alpha hydroxy acid found in apples and other fruits — and it’s one of the mildest, most versatile AHAs available to formulators. Where glycolic acid can be aggressive and lactic acid can sensitize, Malic Acid delivers effective exfoliation, improved skin texture, and a brighter complexion with a gentler touch. It also doubles as a reliable pH adjuster, making it a dual-function workhorse in toners, serums, peels, and brightening formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIY formulators building exfoliating toners, serums, or chemical peels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkincare brands targeting skin texture, dullness, or uneven tone with a gentle AHA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormulators working with sensitive or reactive skin types who need a milder alternative to glycolic or lactic acid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who needs a precise, cosmetic-grade pH adjuster for formula stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently exfoliates dead skin cells to reveal smoother, brighter skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves skin texture and radiance with regular use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports a more even-looking skin tone — complements brightening actives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilder than glycolic or lactic acid — suitable for sensitive skin and frequent-use formulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-function: exfoliant \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e pH adjuster in one ingredient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally derived from fruit — apple-sourced AHA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Malic Acid Compares to Other AHAs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAHA\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMolecular Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStrength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlycolic Acid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e76 Da (smallest)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrongest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAggressive resurfacing, oily\/thick skin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLactic Acid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 Da\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydrating exfoliation, normal skin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMalic Acid (This Product)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e134 Da\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGentle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensitive skin, frequent use, pH adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMandelic Acid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e152 Da\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGentlest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcne-prone, very sensitive skin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalic Acid is also frequently used as a \u003cstrong\u003eco-AHA\u003c\/strong\u003e — blended with glycolic or lactic acid to moderate their intensity while extending exfoliation benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFormulation Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMalic Acid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSource\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally derived (fruit-based)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite crystalline powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater soluble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Usage (exfoliant)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0 – 10%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Usage (pH adjuster)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eq.s. to target pH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorking pH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0 – 4.5 for exfoliation; up to 6.0 for pH adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncorporation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater phase, room temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFormulator Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor exfoliation, keep pH between 3.0–4.5 — AHAs lose efficacy above pH 4.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse as a pH adjuster at any level — dissolve in water and add dropwise to reach target pH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend with glycolic or lactic acid at a 1:1 ratio to create a gentler multi-AHA exfoliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways include a broad-spectrum SPF recommendation in finished products containing AHAs — exfoliation increases UV sensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatch test recommended for sensitive skin formulas before full use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFull Clinical Exfoliating Toner Formula (100%)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gentle, daily-use exfoliating toner suitable for normal to sensitive skin. Targets texture, dullness, and uneven tone without the irritation risk of stronger AHAs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePhase A — Water Phase\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e%\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRole\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistilled Water (Aqua)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eto 100%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolvent base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlycerin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumectant — prevents AHA-induced dryness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/8001858732131\"\u003eSodium Hyaluronate LMW\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep hydration, barrier support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/7903971868771\"\u003eNiacinamide (Vitamin B3)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrier strengthening, anti-inflammatory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMalic Acid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAHA exfoliation, skin texture improvement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/7629216153699\"\u003eAlpha-Arbutin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrightening synergy with AHA exfoliation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePhase B — Cool-Down Actives (add below 40°C)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e%\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRole\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/7946667556963\"\u003eD-Panthenol (Provitamin B5)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrier repair, soothing — counteracts AHA irritation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/7902377312355\"\u003eAllantoin Powder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin-soothing, cell renewal support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/7946666967139\"\u003eGermall Plus\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroad-spectrum preservation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePhase C — pH Adjustment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e%\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRole\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium Hydroxide (10% solution)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eq.s.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjust to pH 3.5–4.0 for active exfoliation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarget pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5–4.0  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightweight liquid toner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFormulation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDissolve Malic Acid fully in the water phase before adjusting pH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd Niacinamide and Alpha-Arbutin directly to Phase A — both are water-soluble and heat-stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd D-Panthenol and Allantoin in cool-down to preserve their soothing activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways adjust pH last, after all actives are incorporated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAHA efficacy drops significantly above pH 4.5 — verify with a calibrated pH meter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInclude SPF guidance on finished product labeling — AHAs increase photosensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Ingredient Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/7629216153699\"\u003eAlpha-Arbutin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — AHA exfoliation enhances penetration of brightening actives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/7629185351779\"\u003eTranexamic Acid\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — combine for exfoliation + melanin inhibition in one toner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/7903971868771\"\u003eNiacinamide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — barrier support to offset AHA-induced sensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/7946667556963\"\u003eD-Panthenol (Provitamin B5)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — soothing and barrier repair to balance exfoliation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/8001858732131\"\u003eHyaluronic Acid LMW\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — deep hydration to counteract AHA dryness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/7629132824675\"\u003eSodium Hyaluronate\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — surface moisture retention alongside exfoliation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSold as a cosmetic raw material for professional formulation use. Not intended for direct skin application. Always conduct safety and stability testing before commercializing finished products. 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