Fruit Acids

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 1, 2024.

What are other common names?

2-hydroxypropionic acid
Acide 2-hydroxypropionique (Acide Lactique)
Acide Alpha-Hydroxyéthanoïque
Acide Citrique
Acide de Pomme
Acide Dihydroxysuccinique (Acide Tartrique)
Acide Glycolique
Acide Hydroxyacétique (Acide Glycolique)
Acide Hydroxycaprylique
Acide Hydroxypropionique
Acide Hydroxysuccinique
Acide Lactique
Acide Malique
Acides Alpha-Hydroxylés
Acidos Alfa-Hydroxi
AHA
Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Alpha-Hydroxyethanoic Acid
Apple Acid
Citric Acid
Dihydroxysuccinic Acid
Gluconolactone
Glycolic Acid
Hydroxyacetic Acid
Hydroxycaprylic Acid
Hydroxypropionic Acid
Hydroxysuccinic Acid
Lactic Acid
Malic Acid
Mixed Fruit Acids
Monohydroxysuccinic Acid
Tartaric Acid

What is this product used for?

Some people use fruit acid creams or lotions on their skin to help with skin problems like acne, dry skin, or psoriasis. It may also help decrease dark patches of skin like age spots or melasma. Fruit acid mouth sprays or mouthwashes can reduce dry mouth caused by some drugs. Some fruit acids like citrate taken as part of the diet or as a supplement can help decrease kidney stones in some people.

What are the precautions when taking this product?

Always check with your doctor before you use a natural product. Some products may not mix well with drugs or other natural products.
Be sure to tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan on getting pregnant, or are breastfeeding. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this natural product.
You may get sunburned more easily. Avoid sun, sunlamps, and tanning beds. Use sunscreen and wear clothing and eyewear that protects you from the sun.
Check with your doctor before you use fruit acids if you have had recent cosmetic surgery.
Do not use alpha hydroxy fruit acids if you have recently used drugs for acne or other skin problems called retinoids, such as isotretinoin (Accutane).
Use alpha hydroxy fruit acids with caution if you are taking other drugs that can cause skin darkening. These are drugs like birth control pills, tetracycline, or St John’s wort.
Use this product with caution if you have sensitive or irritated skin.

What should I watch for?

Upset stomach if taken by mouth
Redness or flakiness of your skin
Dry skin
Burning feeling on skin
Rash
Change in skin color

When do I need to call the doctor?

Signs of a very bad reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Go to the ER right away.
Very bad throwing up
Very bad loose stools
Your skin problem is not getting better or is getting worse

Last Reviewed Date

2024-07-09

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