Allergen & irritant analysis
2 flaggedThis ampoule from Balea lists 15 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (parfum). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- Retinyl palmitateKnown allergen (retinoid): Retinyl Palmitate
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
- 1AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 2RetinoidVisibly reduces the signs of aging.
- 3Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 4BakuchiolEncourages gentle skin renewal and boosts firmness.
Full Ingredient List
15INCI (full list, INCI order): dimethicone, dicaprylyl ether, squalane, dimethicone crosspolymer, limnanthes alba seed oil, tocopheryl acetate, retinyl palmitate, bakuchiol, hydroxypinacolone retinoate, tocopherol, helianthus annuus seed oil, panax ginseng root extract, phenoxyethanol, dimethyl isosorbide, parfum
Tap any ingredient to see details
Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
Frequently asked questions
Does Retinol Konzentrat contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Retinol Konzentrat with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Retinol Konzentrat paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Retinol Konzentrat'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 Retinol Konzentrat suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Retinol Konzentrat contains 2 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 Retinol Konzentrat against your own profile.

