# Glycerin and citric acid

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-citric-acid

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Saudi Arabia.

Work well together

Use them together by applying [citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid) first and [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin) right after, because the glycerin puts moisture back into the skin. Citric acid can dry out the skin, but glycerin instantly restores [water](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/water) and makes the face feel comfortable. The shopper can use a lower strength of acid or wait a few minutes between steps if it feels too strong.

[Effects of water activity and low molecular weight humectants on skin permeability and hydration dynamics - a double-blind, randomized and controlled study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24786192/) [The efficiency of humectants as skin moisturizers in the presence of oil](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11301638/)

- [All about glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin)
- [All about citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid)

### [Glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin) products

- [CeraVe Moisturising Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/cerave/moisturising-cream/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [SAR 59.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B07CH9XWHR?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/cerave/hydrating-facial-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [SAR 53.59 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B07C5XPXDC?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Rhode Glazing Milk](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/rhode/glazing-milk/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [SAR 190.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B0H684NGLJ?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/la-roche-posay/toleriane-double-repair-face-moisturizer/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/cetaphil/gentle-skin-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [SAR 39.95 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B09ZFCJ963?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/la-roche-posay/toleriane-hydrating-gentle-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [SAR 297.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B00PL7OQI4?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/vanicream/daily-facial-moisturizer/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [SAR 99.63 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B08BW46XXK?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/neutrogena/hydro-boost-water-gel/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit — [SAR 17.19 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B07MTX97N7?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/olay/regenerist-micro-sculpting-cream/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit — [SAR 115.83 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B07BZWWZDV?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/cerave/daily-moisturizing-lotion/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [SAR 41.35 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B07CG2TD9F?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/kiehl-s/ultra-facial-cream/for/dark-spots) — Average fit — [SAR 120.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B00C6SV33M?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/cerave/pm-facial-moisturizing-lotion/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit

### [Citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid) products

- [The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/the-ordinary/salicylic-acid-2-solution/for/dry-skin) — Average fit
- [Dr. Bronner's Pure-Castile Liquid Soap (Baby Unscented)](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/dr-bronner-s/pure-castile-liquid-soap-baby-unscented/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Seven Minerals Organic Aloe Vera Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/seven-minerals/organic-aloe-vera-gel/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [SkinCeuticals Blemish + Age Defense](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/skinceuticals/blemish-age-defense/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [SAR 458.33 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B07HCGKJ76?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [E45 Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/e45/cream/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [SAR 127.97 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B001RYUCQ0?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Dr. Sam's Flawless Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/dr-sam-s/flawless-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Takami Skin Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/takami/skin-peel/for/mature-skin) — High fit
- [Geek & Gorgeous Jelly Joker](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/geek-and-gorgeous/jelly-joker/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [SAR 110.88 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B09H6NKF9R?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Bioderma Sensibio H2O Eye](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/bioderma/sensibio-h2o-eye/for/combination-skin) — Average fit
- [Eucerin DermoPurifyer Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/p/eucerin/dermopurifyer-cleansing-gel/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [SAR 41.95 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.sa/dp/B077GZ4KRM?tag=lovisa02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

## Questions and answers

### Can you use glycerin and citric acid together?

Yes, [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin) and [citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid) work well together because glycerin helps replenish moisture and improve skin tolerance after using exfoliating acids. You can find them together in products like Thayers Hydrating Milky Toner, Neutrogena Soothing Clear [Turmeric](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/turmeric) Mist, Naturie Hatomugi Skin Conditioner, NIVEA DERMA SKIN CLEAR, Neutrogena Hydro Boost Micellar [Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/water), and Neutrogena Clear & Soothe Toning Mist.

[Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### Which goes first, glycerin or citric acid?

Glycerin and citric acid work well together, and you can apply a hydrating [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/serum) with glycerin after using an exfoliating product containing citric acid like Thayers Hydrating Milky Toner. This combination helps replenish water content and improve skin tolerance while using acids.

### Are glycerin and citric acid good for sensitive skin?

Yes, glycerin and citric acid work well together and are suitable for all skin types, especially dry and sensitive skin. Applying a hydrating serum or using products like Thayers Hydrating Milky Toner helps replenish water content and improve tolerance when using acids.

[Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

## Research on glycerin and citric acid

- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [Clinical evaluation of the efficacy of a facial serum containing dioic acid, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, LHA, citric acid, and HEPES in treating post-inflammatory hyperchromia and controlling oily skin in patients with acne vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33617668/) Citric acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
- [Comparison of clindamycin 1% and benzoyl peroxide 5% gel to a novel composition containing salicylic acid, capryloyl salicylic acid, HEPES, glycolic acid, citric acid, and dioic acid in the treatment of acne vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23545907/) Citric acid · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2013

## Other combinations

- Work well together: [Salicylic acid and glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-glycerin)
- Keep them apart: [Benzoyl peroxide and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Retinol and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/retinol-and-citric-acid)
- Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/niacinamide-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Sodium lactate and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/sodium-lactate-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Citric acid and tromethamine](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid-and-tromethamine)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-acetyl-hexapeptide-3)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-bio-placenta-peptides)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-collagen-peptide)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-copper-peptide)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-hexapeptide)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-hexapeptide-9)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-peptide-rich-plasma)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-triple-peptide-blend)
- Work well together: [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids and glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-glycerin)
- Work well together: [Betaine and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/betaine-and-citric-acid)
- Depends on the strength: [Hyaluronic acid and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Glycolic acid and glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-glycerin)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-lactic-acid)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-mandelic-acid)
- Work well together: [Glycerin and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/glycerin-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Keep them apart: [Acetyl hexapeptide-3 and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Bio-placenta peptides and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Carnosine and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/carnosine-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Collagen peptide and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/collagen-peptide-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Copper peptide and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/copper-peptide-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Hexapeptide and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Citric acid and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid-and-hexapeptide-9)
- Keep them apart: [Citric acid and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4)
- Keep them apart: [Citric acid and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)
- Keep them apart: [Citric acid and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid-and-peptide-rich-plasma)
- Keep them apart: [Citric acid and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid-and-triple-peptide-blend)
- Keep them apart: [Adapalene and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/adapalene-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Granactive retinoid and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/granactive-retinoid-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Hydroxypinacolone retinoate and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/hydroxypinacolone-retinoate-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Pro-retinol and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/pro-retinol-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Retinal and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/retinal-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Retinoid blend and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/retinoid-blend-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Tretinoin and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/tretinoin-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Gluconolactone and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/gluconolactone-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Lactobionic acid and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/lactobionic-acid-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Cholesterol and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/cholesterol-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Citric acid and lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid-and-lauric-acid)
- Work well together: [Linoleic acid and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/linoleic-acid-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Citric acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex)
- Work well together: [Arginine and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/arginine-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Citric acid and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [Silk amino acids and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/silk-amino-acids-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Taurine and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/taurine-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Citric acid and theanine](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid-and-theanine)
- Work well together: [Ferulic acid and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/ferulic-acid-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Vitamin E and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Azelaic acid and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/azelaic-acid-and-citric-acid)
- Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Allantoin and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/allantoin-and-citric-acid)
- Work well together: [Citric acid and bisabolol](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/citric-acid-and-bisabolol)
- Work well together: [Panthenol and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/panthenol-and-citric-acid)

## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi checks every pairing with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this pairing advice: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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- United Arab Emirates: https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/glycerin-and-citric-acid