Description
Malic acid
Name: Malic acid
Synonyms: hydroxybuccinic acid, Latin Acidum malicum, E296
Genre: Clean
Cleanliness: clean
Chemical formula: C4H6O5
Malic acid (hydroxybuccinic acid, Latin Acidum malicum, E296) is an organic chemical compound. It is a dicarboxylic acid, for example in apples and rhubarb.
Malic acid:
– supports fat burning,
– supports the removal of harmful waste products,
– it is an excellent acidity regulator (stronger than citric acid)
– in the 3-5% solution intended for rinsing,
– in the solution above 10% it has antifungal properties, and in an acidic environment it inhibits the growth of fungi and bacteria,
– provides enhancement of antioxidant properties,
– is widely used in cosmetics,
Examples of applications:
– peeling – 10% solution of malic acid mixed with 1 tablespoon of magnesium sulphate (bitter salt),
– soaking feet – in a 15% solution – malic acid softens horny skin and hard nails.
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