Avène Hydrance UV-Light Hydrating Emulsion SPF 30 Versus Nivea Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++
Updated on March 14, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Avène Hydrance UV-Light Hydrating Emulsion SPF 30 36 ingredients
Nivea Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ 19 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Avène Hydrance UV-Light Hydrating Emulsion SPF 30 36 ingredients
Nivea Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientDiisopropyl Adipate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Water
Skin ConditioningBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
UV Absorber
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Methyl Gluceth-20
HumectantPolymethyl Methacrylate
Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingHydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingBenzoic Acid
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientDecyl Glucoside
CleansingDisodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Glyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Glyceryl Dibehenate
Emollient
Phytosterols
Skin ConditioningPolyacrylate-13
Polyisobutene
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Glucoside
EmollientTribehenin
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Diisopropyl Adipate, Glycerin, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Water, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Methyl Gluceth-20, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate, Triethylhexanoin, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Benzoic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Decyl Glucoside, Disodium EDTA, Parfum, Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Phytosterols, Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Propylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Xanthan Gum
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Lysine Lauroyl Glutamate
CleansingAkebia Quinata Seed Extract
Skin ProtectingBeer Extract
Skin ConditioningPinus Taeda Bark Extract
TonicHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingBHT
Antioxidant
Methylparaben
Preservative
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Alcohol Denat., Propylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Lysine Lauroyl Glutamate, Akebia Quinata Seed Extract, Beer Extract, Pinus Taeda Bark Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Carbomer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hydroxide, BHT, Methylparaben
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterPropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolIngredient Ratings
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When to use
Avène Hydrance UV-Light Hydrating Emulsion SPF 30 36 ingredients
Nivea Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ 19 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Avène Hydrance UV-Light Hydrating Emulsion SPF 30 36 ingredients
Nivea Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA+++ 19 ingredients
Nivea uv super watery gel spf 50
Good for oily skin! Watery base... absorbs quickly ..... ingredients are on point! But not waterproof!
Too much alcohol. Very drying.
Applies really nicely but at the end of the day I find my skin really dry and irritated.
