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Balea Aqua Moisturising Serum

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Balea

Aqua Moisturising Serum

moisturizer · 30 ml · Skincare

Balea Aqua Moisturising Serum is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 21-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid, glycerin and panthenol. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum).

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

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom

Key ingredients in Aqua Moisturising Serum

  • 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

21 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. 3Pentylene GlycolPentylene Glycol is a small, multi-tasking liquid that attracts water to the skin and…
  4. 4Xylitylglucoside
  5. 5PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
  6. 6Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
  7. 7Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
  8. 8Anhydroxylito
  9. 9XylitolXylitol is a plant-derived sugar alcohol that attracts and holds water in a formula.…
  10. 10Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
  11. 11Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
  12. 12TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  13. 13Acacia Senegal GumA natural gum from the sap of Acacia trees, mainly grown in Africa. It thickens, binds,…
  14. 14Sclerotium Gum
  15. 15Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  16. 16PantolactonePantolactone is a small molecule that helps condition skin and serves as a building…
  17. 17Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  18. 18Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  19. 19EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  20. 20PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  21. 21ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/4010355475244, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#21)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
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 Aqua Moisturising Serum fragrance-free?

No. Balea Aqua Moisturising Serum contains Parfum (ingredient 21 of 21).

Does Balea Aqua Moisturising Serum contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Balea Aqua Moisturising Serum 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: Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin, Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) and Vitamin E.

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