Ingredient pairing

Can you mix Citric Acid and Phytic Acid?

Use with careUse these with care.

Citric AcidPhytic Acid

Two exfoliants at once is usually one too many, and a common cause of irritation.

Do this: Pick one, and alternate days if you want to use both.

☀ Morning

Nothing here

☾ Evening

Citric AcidPhytic Acid

Use on alternate nights, not the same evening.

Citric AcidDecent support
Efficacy6
Brightening3
Anti-aging2

Skip if: very sensitive, compromised barrier

Ask your doctor in pregnancy
Phytic AcidPromising, not proven
Efficacy7
Brightening7
Barrier3

General guidance, not medical advice. When in doubt, introduce one product at a time.