Bio-Oil Body Lotion Versus Nivea Q10 Firming Plus Body Lotion
Updated on October 11, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe body lotions. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Bio-Oil Body Lotion 34 ingredients
Nivea Q10 Firming Plus Body Lotion 25 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Bio-Oil Body Lotion 34 ingredients
Nivea Q10 Firming Plus Body Lotion 25 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Cocoate
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientIsopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Urea
Buffering
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Sodium Lactate
BufferingDipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate
EmulsifyingGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Calendula Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Isostearyl Isostearate
Emollient
Bisabolol
Masking
Octyldodecyl PCA
EmollientRetinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Linolenic Acid
Cleansing
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium PCA
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingPropylene Carbonate
SolventWater, Dimethicone, Isopropyl Palmitate, Ethylhexyl Cocoate, Isododecane, Isopropyl Myristate, Urea, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Sodium Lactate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate, Gluconolactone, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Calendula Officinalis Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Isostearyl Isostearate, Bisabolol, Octyldodecyl PCA, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Tocopherol, Sodium PCA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lactic Acid, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Carnitine
CleansingCreatine
Skin Conditioning1-Methylhydantoin-2-Imide
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate
Cleansing
Tapioca Starch
Sodium Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Isopropyl Palmitate, Alcohol Denat., Glyceryl Stearate Se, Glyceryl Stearate, Ubiquinone, Carnitine, Creatine, 1-Methylhydantoin-2-Imide, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate, Tapioca Starch, Sodium Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Citronellol, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Benzyl Alcohol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Limonene, Parfum
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 WaterDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeIsopropyl Palmitate is a texture enhancer and emollient. It is an ester of isopropyl alcohol and palmitic acid.
Palmitates are emollients. Emollients help keep your skin soft and smooth by creating a barrier that traps moisture in.
When added to cosmetics, Isopropyl Palmitate creates a silky texture and improves spreadability.
Isopropyl Palmitate may not be fungal acne safe. It can worsen acne prone skin.
Learn more about Isopropyl PalmitateGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinIngredient Ratings
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Bio-Oil Body Lotion 34 ingredients
Nivea Q10 Firming Plus Body Lotion 25 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Bio-Oil Body Lotion 34 ingredients
I love the consistency of this product. It’s between oily and milky. My skin feels hydrated and it doesn’t smells like anything so I can layer any perfume or other scented product with it !
