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Balea Aqua Moisturising Cream Gel

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Balea

Aqua Moisturising Cream Gel

moisturizer · 50 ml · Skincare

Balea Aqua Moisturising Cream Gel is free of sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 24-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid, glycerin and panthenol. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum), essential oils (Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil) and labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool, Limonene).

  • Contains fragrance
  • Contains essential oils
  • Contains labelled fragrance allergens
  • Contains drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in Aqua Moisturising Cream Gel

  • Hyaluronic acid

    A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)

    Soothes and helps skin and hair hold moisture.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

24 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  3. 3C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
  4. 4Alcohol DenatAlcohol, usually ethanol, is a light liquid that dissolves oils and fragrance and dries…Drying alcohol
  5. 5Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
  6. 6Caprylyl Caprylate/CaprateA light, coconut-derived ester that softens skin and hair and helps other ingredients…
  7. 7Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  8. 8Glyceryl Stearate CitrateA mild emulsifier made by combining glycerin, stearic acid and citric acid. It helps…
  9. 9PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  10. 10Myristyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and thickens creams. It helps oil and water stay…
  11. 11PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
  12. 12ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  13. 13Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  14. 14Myristyl Glucoside
  15. 15Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
  16. 16Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  17. 17LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  18. 18LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  19. 19Citrus Aurantium Peel OilCitrus Aurantium Peel Oil is a fragrant oil pressed from the peel of the bitter orange,…Essential oils
  20. 20Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  21. 21Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate
  22. 22Acetyl Cedrene
  23. 23TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  24. 24CI 42090

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/4066447986365, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#12)
Essential oilsContainsCitrus Aurantium Peel Oil (#19)
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#17), Limonene (#18)
Drying alcoholContainsAlcohol Denat (#4)
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Balea Aqua Moisturising Cream Gel fragrance-free?

No. Balea Aqua Moisturising Cream Gel contains Parfum (ingredient 12 of 24).

Does Balea Aqua Moisturising Cream Gel contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Balea Aqua Moisturising Cream Gel good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and oily skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin, Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) and Vitamin E.

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