Allergen & irritant analysis
2 flaggedThis moisturizer from Balea lists 11 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 2 known contact allergens in the INCI list. That includes 2 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (benzyl alcohol, linalool). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- Benzyl alcoholKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
- LinaloolKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix
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.
- 2Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 3NiacinamideStrengthens, smooths, and brightens skin.
Full Ingredient List
11INCI (full list, INCI order): water, glycerin, ethylhexyl stearate, niacinamide, dicaprylyl ether, hydroxyacetophenone, phenoxyethanol, citric acid, tocopherol, benzyl alcohol, linalool
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
Frequently asked questions
Does Vitamin C Dunkle Flecken Aufheller contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 2 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: benzyl alcohol, linalool. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Vitamin C Dunkle Flecken Aufheller with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Vitamin C Dunkle Flecken Aufheller paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Vitamin C Dunkle Flecken Aufheller'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 Vitamin C Dunkle Flecken Aufheller suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Vitamin C Dunkle Flecken Aufheller 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 Vitamin C Dunkle Flecken Aufheller against your own profile.

