MALONIC ACID is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.
MALONIC ACID
Safety grade: A
Malonic acid is a colorless organic compound that helps regulate the pH balance of cosmetic products. It works behind the scenes to keep formulas at the right acidity level so they feel comfortable on skin.
As a buffering agent, malonic acid stabilizes and maintains the pH of cosmetic formulations to ensure product safety, stability, and skin compatibility.
Graded using: COSING.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Buffering ingredients
- CITRIC ACID — Grade B
- SODIUM HYDROXIDE — Grade B
- LACTIC ACID — Grade B
- SODIUM CITRATE — Grade A
- TRIETHANOLAMINE — Grade C
- SODIUM LACTATE — Grade A
- POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE — Grade B**
- UREA — Grade B