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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Cetaphil SPF 30 Light Gel versus Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle + Pore Minimising Day Cream SPF15 .

Published on October 11, 2022

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain harsh alcohols and silicones

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Sunscreen American Brand United States
Day Moisturizer German Brand Germany

Sunscreen

Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.

Day Moisturizer

Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
30
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
15

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (5)
Mineral UV Filter (2)
Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (3)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (4)

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Anti-Aging
Brightening

Concerns

Drying (3)
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating (4)
Rosacea (6)
Eczema (4)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Cetaphil SPF 30 Light Gel contains this as ingredient number 1.

Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle + Pore Minimising Day Cream SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Cetaphil SPF 30 Light Gel contains this as ingredient number 9.

Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle + Pore Minimising Day Cream SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 9.

3
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products.

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is also an emulsifier. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.

Cetaphil SPF 30 Light Gel contains this as ingredient number 20.

Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle + Pore Minimising Day Cream SPF15 contains this as ingredient number 24.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

33% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
46% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet
19% are loved or liked
17% have mixed ratings
47% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet

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