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Bioderma
Sebium Global Cream
acne treatment · 30 ml · Skincare
Bioderma Sebium Global Cream is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 28-ingredient list, with glycerin, centella asiatica and madecassoside. List checked November 5, 2026.
The catch: it contains fragrance (Fragrance (Parfum)).
- Contains fragrance
- No essential oils
- No labelled fragrance allergens
- No drying alcohol
- Sulfate-free
- Silicone-free
- Paraben-free
- No MI/MCI
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Key ingredients in Sebium Global Cream
Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Centella asiatica
A soothing plant extract popular for irritated skin.
Madecassoside
A purified centella compound that soothes.
Full ingredient list, decoded
28 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).
- 1Aqua/Water/EauAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
- 2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
- 3Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
- 4Isoceteth-20
- 5Polysorbate 80A gentle, water-loving emulsifier made from a sorbitol-based sugar alcohol and oleic…
- 6Sodium CitrateSodium Citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid, a mild, fruit-derived acid. It mainly…
- 7Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
- 8Zinc GluconateZinc gluconate is a salt of zinc and gluconic acid, a mild acid made from sugar. It…
- 9Copper Sulfate
- 10Manganese Sulfate
- 11Magnesium Aspartate
- 12Zinc Aspartate
- 13Copper Aspartate
- 14Manganese Aspartate
- 15Enoxolone
- 16Madecassoside
- 17Centella Asiatica Extract
- 18Fragrance (Parfum)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
- 19Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
- 20Stearyl AlcoholStearyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol, often made from plant oils, that thickens…
- 21Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
- 22Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
- 23Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
- 24Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
- 25Polyvinyl Alcohol
- 26Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
- 27Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
- 28PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/3401352018786, retrieved November 5, 2026.
Every flag we check
| Check | Result | Ingredients found |
|---|---|---|
| Fragrance | Contains | Fragrance (Parfum) (#18) |
| Essential oils | None listed | — |
| Labelled fragrance allergens | None listed | — |
| Drying alcohol | None listed | — |
| Sulfates | None listed | — |
| Silicones | None listed | — |
| Parabens | None listed | — |
| MI / MCI | None listed | — |
| Formaldehyde releasers | None listed | — |
| Mineral oil & petrolatum | None listed | — |
| Lanolin | None listed | — |
| Chemical UV filters | None listed | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is Bioderma Sebium Global Cream fragrance-free?
No. Bioderma Sebium Global Cream contains Fragrance (Parfum) (ingredient 18 of 28).
Does Bioderma Sebium Global Cream contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?
Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.
What is Bioderma Sebium Global Cream good for?
By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dry skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Centella asiatica and Madecassoside.
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