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Balea BB Day Cream SPF 15

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Balea

BB Day Cream SPF 15

sunscreen · 50 ml · Sun care

Balea BB Day Cream SPF 15 is free of drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 37-ingredient list, with glycerin, vitamin e and aloe vera. List checked November 5, 2026.

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

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

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Key ingredients in BB Day Cream SPF 15

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

  • Aloe vera

    A soothing, hydrating plant juice.

Full ingredient list, decoded

37 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. 3CI 77891Titanium dioxide is a white mineral powder that scatters ultraviolet light, serving…
  4. 4Ethylhexyl SalicylateEthylhexyl Salicylate is an oil-soluble UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet B rays and…Chemical UV filters
  5. 5C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
  6. 6Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, also called avobenzone, is a chemical sunscreen filter…Chemical UV filters
  7. 7Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  8. 8Dibutyl AdipateDibutyl Adipate is a light, oily ester made from adipic acid and butanol. It works as…
  9. 9Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
  10. 10Cetearyl Isononanoate
  11. 11Hydrogenated Coco - Glycerides
  12. 12Myristyl MyristateMyristyl myristate is an ester, a waxy fat-like ingredient made by joining two fatty…
  13. 13Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic AcidA water-soluble UV filter used in sunscreens. It absorbs UVB rays and helps protect…Chemical UV filters
  14. 14Distarch Phosphate
  15. 15Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
  16. 16Prunus Persica Kernel Oil
  17. 17Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the watery liquid pressed or extracted from the leaves…
  18. 18PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  19. 19Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineAn oil-soluble organic UV filter that absorbs both UVA and UVB rays and is used in…Chemical UV filters
  20. 20Ethylhexyl TriazoneA chemical sunscreen filter that absorbs UVB rays, the part of sunlight most linked to…Chemical UV filters
  21. 21HydroxyacetophenoneHydroxyacetophenone is a preservative-support ingredient that helps protect a formula…
  22. 22Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  23. 23Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  24. 24ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  25. 25Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  26. 26Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
  27. 27Trisodium Ethylenediamine DisuccinateTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate is a chelating agent, a salt that grabs onto…
  28. 28LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  29. 29Linalyl AcetateLinalyl acetate is a fragrance ingredient, an ester found naturally in plants like…
  30. 30Alpha-Isomethyl IononeA synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft floral, violet-like scent. Its main job is…Labelled fragrance allergens
  31. 31Amyl Salicylate
  32. 32LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  33. 33Citrus Aurantium Peel OilCitrus Aurantium Peel Oil is a fragrant oil pressed from the peel of the bitter orange,…Essential oils
  34. 34VanillinVanillin is the main aroma compound of vanilla, used in cosmetics to give a sweet…
  35. 35CI 77499A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…
  36. 36CI 77491A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…
  37. 37CI 77492A group of mineral pigments made from iron and oxygen, used to give color in makeup,…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/4066447986372, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#24)
Essential oilsContainsCitrus Aurantium Peel Oil (#33)
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#28), Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone (#30), Limonene (#32)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersContainsEthylhexyl Salicylate (#4), Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (#6), Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid (#13), Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (#19), Ethylhexyl Triazone (#20)

Frequently asked questions

Is Balea BB Day Cream SPF 15 fragrance-free?

No. Balea BB Day Cream SPF 15 contains Parfum (ingredient 24 of 37).

Does Balea BB Day Cream SPF 15 contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Balea BB Day Cream SPF 15 good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, pregnancy, dry skin and dehydrated skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Vitamin E and Aloe vera.

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