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Balea Korean Style Gentle Mochi Cleanser

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Balea

Korean Style Gentle Mochi Cleanser

cleanser · 100 ml · Skincare

Balea Korean Style Gentle Mochi Cleanser is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 46-ingredient list, with glycerin, lactic acid and vitamin C. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool, Geraniol) and sulfates (Sodium Coco-Sulfate).

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

£13.80at Amazon UK

Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 05:32 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.

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Key ingredients in Korean Style Gentle Mochi Cleanser

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Lactic acid (AHA)

    A gentler, hydrating exfoliant.

  • Vitamin C

    An antioxidant that brightens and evens tone.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

46 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  2. 2AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  3. 3Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateSodium Cocoyl Isethionate is a mild, coconut-derived surfactant that cleans by lifting…
  4. 4Sodium Coco-SulfateSodium Coco-Sulfate is a foaming cleansing agent made from coconut-derived fatty…Sulfates
  5. 5Oryza Sativa StarchA fine white powder made from the starch found in rice grains. Its main job is to soak…
  6. 6Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  7. 7Pumice
  8. 8CelluloseCellulose is the main structural fiber in plant cell walls. In skincare and makeup, it…
  9. 9Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate
  10. 10Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  11. 11Dicaprylyl EtherA light, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and hair and helps products spread…
  12. 12Lauryl AlcoholLauryl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol with a 12-carbon chain. It is used mainly as an…
  13. 13Coco-GlucosideCoco-Glucoside is a mild, plant-based cleanser made from coconut-derived fatty alcohols…
  14. 14Glyceryl OleateGlyceryl Oleate is a gentle, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and helps oil and…
  15. 15Persea Gratissima OilA plant oil pressed from avocado fruit flesh. Its main job is to soften and smooth skin…
  16. 16Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  17. 17Cetrimonium ChlorideA positively charged conditioning agent from the quaternary ammonium family. It softens…
  18. 18ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  19. 19Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  20. 20Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  21. 21Sodium SulfateA simple mineral salt of sodium and sulfate. In skin and hair products, its main job is…
  22. 22Pentylene GlycolPentylene Glycol is a small, multi-tasking liquid that attracts water to the skin and…
  23. 23CI 75810
  24. 24Sodium PCASodium PCA is a salt that helps skin and hair hold water. It is a humectant, meaning it…
  25. 25Sodium LactateSodium Lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, a mild alpha hydroxy acid. It mainly…
  26. 26ArginineArginine is an amino acid, one of the natural building blocks of proteins. In hair…
  27. 27LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  28. 28Aspartic AcidAspartic Acid is one of the natural amino acids found in skin and hair. In formulas it…
  29. 29PCASodium PCA is a salt of a natural amino acid derivative found in skin's natural…
  30. 30Helianthus Annuus Seed OilSunflower Seed Oil is a light plant oil pressed from the seeds of the sunflower. It…
  31. 31Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractA plant extract made from the leaves of the tea plant. Formulators use it mainly to add…
  32. 32GeraniolGeraniol is a fragrance molecule found naturally in plants like roses and geraniums. It…Labelled fragrance allergens
  33. 33GlycineGlycine is the simplest amino acid, a small protein building block that helps balance…
  34. 34AlanineAlanine is a simple amino acid, one of the small building blocks of proteins. In…
  35. 35SerineSerine is an amino acid, a small building block of proteins, that helps attract and…
  36. 36ValineValine is an amino acid, one of the small building blocks of protein. In skincare and…
  37. 37Potassium SorbatePotassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a mild preservative that helps…
  38. 38IsoleucineIsoleucine is an amino acid, one of the small building blocks of protein, used in…
  39. 39ProlineProline is an amino acid, a building block of protein. In skincare and haircare it…
  40. 40ThreonineThreonine is an amino acid, one of the small building blocks of proteins. In skincare…
  41. 41HistidineHistidine is an amino acid, one of the small building blocks that make up proteins. In…
  42. 42PhenylalaninePhenylalanine is one of the building-block amino acids that make up proteins. In…
  43. 43TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  44. 44Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides CitrateA palm-derived emulsifier made from hydrogenated glycerides reacted with citric acid,…
  45. 45LecithinLecithin is a natural mix of fatty substances called phospholipids, taken from plant or…
  46. 46Ascorbyl PalmitateA fat-soluble form of vitamin C that acts as an antioxidant and is used to brighten and…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/4070765070217, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#18)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#27), Geraniol (#32)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium Coco-Sulfate (#4)
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 Korean Style Gentle Mochi Cleanser fragrance-free?

No. Balea Korean Style Gentle Mochi Cleanser contains Parfum (ingredient 18 of 46).

Does Balea Korean Style Gentle Mochi Cleanser contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: yes (Sodium Coco-Sulfate). Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Balea Korean Style Gentle Mochi Cleanser pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, body acne and pregnancy. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Lactic acid (AHA), Vitamin C and Vitamin E.

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Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 05:32 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.