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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Cien Anti-Wrinkle DAY CREAM with Q10 & Hyaluronic Acid versus Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle Sensitive Face Cream Moisturiser .

Published on February 22, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both day moisturizers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common

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 silicones

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Day Moisturizer German Brand Germany
Day Moisturizer German Brand Germany

Day Moisturizer

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

Day Moisturizer

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

Price

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

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (3)
Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation (2)
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening (3)

Concerns

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

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (4)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Anti-Aging
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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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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Cien Anti-Wrinkle DAY CREAM with Q10 & Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 1.

Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle Sensitive Face Cream Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin 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.

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Cien Anti-Wrinkle DAY CREAM with Q10 & Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 3.

Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle Sensitive Face Cream Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Disliked

Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.

Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.

The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.

According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.

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Cien Anti-Wrinkle DAY CREAM with Q10 & Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 4.

Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle Sensitive Face Cream Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 4.

4
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.

Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.

Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.

This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.

Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.

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Cien Anti-Wrinkle DAY CREAM with Q10 & Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 6.

Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle Sensitive Face Cream Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 6.

5
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Cien Anti-Wrinkle DAY CREAM with Q10 & Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 12.

Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle Sensitive Face Cream Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 23.

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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.

Cien Anti-Wrinkle DAY CREAM with Q10 & Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 13.

Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle Sensitive Face Cream Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 19.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.

Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.

Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.

While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.

Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

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Cien Anti-Wrinkle DAY CREAM with Q10 & Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 16.

Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle Sensitive Face Cream Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 3.

8
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming
Community Rating: Disliked

Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.

Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.

Cien Anti-Wrinkle DAY CREAM with Q10 & Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 21.

Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle Sensitive Face Cream Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 18.

9
What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

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Cien Anti-Wrinkle DAY CREAM with Q10 & Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 24.

Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle Sensitive Face Cream Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does: Buffering
Community Rating: Mixed

Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.

In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.

Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.

"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.

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Cien Anti-Wrinkle DAY CREAM with Q10 & Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 27.

Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle Sensitive Face Cream Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ubiquinone (Coenzyme Q10) is a molecule already found in our bodies. It is a potent antioxidant and skin-soothing ingredient.

Aging and environmental exposure diminishes our skin's natural ubiquinone levels. This is much like our natural collagen and elastin.

The good news is: studies show applying this ingredient topically replenishes ubiquinone levels in our skin. This also comes with a ton of skin benefits. These benefits include:

Ubiquinone is considered a large molecule and cannot be absorbed into the lower layers of skin. This is why it is believed to be such an effective antioxidant: it protects our skin in the upper layers and prevents damage in the deeper layers.

When used in sunscreen, ubiquinone is shown to increase ingredient stability, increase SPF factor, and add to infrared protection.

Fun fact: ubiquinone is fat-soluble.

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Cien Anti-Wrinkle DAY CREAM with Q10 & Hyaluronic Acid contains this as ingredient number 30.

Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle Sensitive Face Cream Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 13.

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6% have mixed ratings
53% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet
13% are loved or liked
22% have mixed ratings
52% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet

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