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Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum

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Balea

Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum

retinol serum · 30 ml · Skincare

Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 33-ingredient list, with glycerin, retinoids and vitamin c. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum) and labelled fragrance allergens (Benzyl Alcohol).

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

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom · Germany · France · Italy · Spain · Netherlands · Poland · Sweden

Key ingredients in Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Retinoids

    Vitamin A forms that speed cell turnover for lines, texture and breakouts.

  • Vitamin C

    An antioxidant that brightens and evens tone.

  • Peptides

    Signal ingredients used in firming and anti-ageing formulas.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

33 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. 2Glycine Soja OilA plant oil taken from soybean seeds. Its main job is as an emollient, a conditioning…
  3. 3PropanediolPropanediol is a clear liquid that draws water toward the skin. Its jobs are as a…
  4. 4Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
  5. 5GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  6. 6Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis OilA plant oil pressed from sweet almond kernels. It softens and conditions skin and hair…
  7. 7PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  8. 8ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  9. 9Sclerotium Gum
  10. 10Stearyl AlcoholStearyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol, often made from plant oils, that thickens…
  11. 11Retinyl PalmitateRetinyl Palmitate is a mild form of vitamin A, made by pairing retinol with a fatty…
  12. 12Helianthus Annuus Seed OilSunflower Seed Oil is a light plant oil pressed from the seeds of the sunflower. It…
  13. 13Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  14. 14Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
  15. 15Potassium Cetyl PhosphateA mild emulsifier made from cetyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol, and phosphate. It helps oil…
  16. 16Arginine/Lysine PolypeptideArginine is an amino acid, one of the natural building blocks of proteins. In hair…
  17. 17EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  18. 18Retinol
  19. 19Acacia Seyal Gum Extract
  20. 20Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
  21. 21LecithinLecithin is a natural mix of fatty substances called phospholipids, taken from plant or…
  22. 22Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  23. 233-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
  24. 24Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  25. 25Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractRosemary leaf extract is a plant-based ingredient made from rosemary leaves. It mainly…
  26. 26TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  27. 27Potassium SorbatePotassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a mild preservative that helps…
  28. 28Sorbic AcidSorbic acid is a natural-origin preservative that helps stop mold and yeast from…
  29. 29Benzoic AcidA small, naturally occurring acid that helps keep formulas fresh by slowing the growth…
  30. 30Dehydroacetic AcidDehydroacetic Acid is a synthetic preservative that helps keep water-based products…
  31. 31Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  32. 32Tetramethyl AcetyloctahydronaphthalenesA synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft, woody-amber scent that helps give a…
  33. 33Amyl Salicylate

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/4066447981094, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#8)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsBenzyl Alcohol (#31)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
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 Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum fragrance-free?

No. Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum contains Parfum (ingredient 8 of 33).

Does Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Balea Beauty Collagen Retinol Serum good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, dry skin and dehydrated skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Retinoids, Vitamin C and Peptides.

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