Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Nivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 versus Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 .
Published on August 14, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both day moisturizers. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and 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 parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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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.
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Ingredient Info
Nivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 33 ingredients
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 52 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
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Not Cruelty Free
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Contains Alcohol
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Nivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 33 ingredients
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 52 ingredients
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Nivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 33 ingredients
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 52 ingredients
Water • Octocrylene • Glycerin • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Alcohol Denat. • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Methylpropanediol • Distarch Phosphate • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Glyceryl Stearate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Dimethicone • Carbomer • Dimethiconol • Sodium Polyacrylate • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Trisodium EDTA • Sodium Hydroxide • Phenoxyethanol • Citronellol • Linalool • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Limonene • Benzyl Alcohol • BHA • Parfum • CI 47005 • CI 42090
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5% • Octocrylene 7% • Water • Glycerin • Dimethicone • Isononyl Isononanoate • Propanediol • Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer • Alcohol Denat. • Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane • Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate • Jojoba Esters • Tocopherol • Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil • Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax • Guanosine • Cyathea Medullaris Leaf Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Linseed Extract • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate • Sodium Benzoate • CI 17200 • Sodium Levulinate • Phenoxyethanol • Adenosine • Peg-8 Laurate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax • Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax • Polyglycerin-3 • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Dimethiconol • Limonene • Xanthan Gum • Benzyl Alcohol • Cinnamic Acid • Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract • Capryloyl Salicylic Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Geraniol • Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Disodium EDTA • Cetyl Alcohol • Citric Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Levulinic Acid • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Glyceryl Caprylate • Parfum
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterNivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneNivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinNivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 5.
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.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateNivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.
Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.
One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.
Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
Learn more about Alcohol Denat.Nivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 5.
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 10.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneNivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateNivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 14.
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 19.
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.
Nivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Dimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.
Nivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 34.
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.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideNivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 23.
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 21.
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.
Nivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 24.
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 26.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneNivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 28.
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 35.
Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholNivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 29.
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 37.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumNivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 contains this as ingredient number 31.
Lancôme Rénergie Lift Multi-Action Ultra Face Cream with SPF 30 contains this as ingredient number 52.
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Nivea Essentials Urban Skin Protect Day Cream SPF 20 33 ingredients
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