Citric acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid found naturally in citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, limes and pomelos (R, R, R).
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| Skin Thickness | 
        A
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| Skin Hydration | 
        C
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| Glycosaminoglycans | 
        A
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| Skin Cell Renewal | 
        C
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| Collagen | 
        E
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| Elastic Fibres | 
        E
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| Inflammation | 
        E
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