Allergen & irritant analysis
6 flaggedThis bb/cc cream from Balea lists 32 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 6 known contact allergens in the INCI list. That includes 4 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (parfum, linalool, alpha-isomethyl ionone, limonene). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- LinaloolKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- Alpha-isomethyl iononeKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- LimoneneKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- Ethylhexyl salicylateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octisalate
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
Not detected: parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: added fragrance.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- People with fragrance allergy or fragrance-sensitive skin
Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.
Benefits
Key Ingredients
- 1Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 3Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 4ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
32INCI (full list, INCI order): water, glycerin, talc, ethylhexyl salicylate, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, dibutyl adipate, cetearyl alcohol, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, ci 77891, polyglyceryl-6 stearate, cetearyl isononanoate, hydrogenated coco-glycerides, myristyl myristate, sodium phenylbenzimidazole sulfonate, prunus persica kernel oil, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, glyceryl stearate, tocopheryl acetate, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, ethylhexyl triazone, xanthan gum, polyglyceryl-6 behenate, parfum, disodium edta, hydroxyacetophenone, phenoxyethanol, linalool, alpha-isomethyl ionone, limonene, ci 77492, ci 77491, ci 77499
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Does 5v1 BB Cream contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 4 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum, linalool, alpha-isomethyl ionone, limonene. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat 5v1 BB Cream with caution and patch test before full use.
Is 5v1 BB Cream paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in 5v1 BB Cream's listed ingredients. Worth keeping in perspective: parabens are among the least common cosmetic allergens, so "paraben-free" matters far less for reactive skin than avoiding fragrance or the preservative MI/MCI.
Is 5v1 BB Cream suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. 5v1 BB Cream contains 6 flagged allergens and 0 irritants (listed in the analysis above). If none are on your personal allergen list it may suit you, but patch test first — add your allergens to AllerNote to check 5v1 BB Cream against your own profile.

