Nivea Micellair Skin Breathe Extra Bright 0% Alcohol - Philippines Versus Nivea Micellair Skin Breathe Acne Clear
Updated on August 16, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Nivea Micellair Skin Breathe Extra Bright 0% Alcohol 19 ingredients
Nivea Micellair Skin Breathe Acne Clear 19 ingredients
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Nivea Micellair Skin Breathe Extra Bright 0% Alcohol 19 ingredients
Nivea Micellair Skin Breathe Acne Clear 19 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPoloxamer 184
EmulsifyingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Hydrolyzed Pearl
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Glucoside
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Sorbitol
Humectant
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingDisodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Cleansing1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-10
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Acetate
BufferingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Trisodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Poloxamer 184, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Pearl, Glyceryl Glucoside, Glycerin, Sorbitol, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Decyl Glucoside, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyquaternium-10, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Acetate, Propylene Glycol, Trisodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningPoloxamer 184
EmulsifyingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Glucoside
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Sorbitol
Humectant
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingDisodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Cleansing1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-10
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Acetate
BufferingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Trisodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Poloxamer 184, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Glyceryl Glucoside, Glycerin, Sorbitol, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Decyl Glucoside, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyquaternium-10, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Acetate, Propylene Glycol, Trisodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol
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 WaterWe don't have a description for Poloxamer 184 yet.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do 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.
This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more about PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilGlyceryl Glucoside is made from glycerol and glucose.
It is a humectant. Humectants help hydrate your skin by drawing moisture to it from the air.
Some foods that contain glyceryl glucoside include sake, miso, and wines.
Learn more about Glyceryl GlucosideGlycerin 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 GlycerinSorbitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a hydrating and moisturizing agent created from the reduction process of glucose.
Most sorbitol is usually made from potato starch. It is also found in fruits such as apples and pears.
As a humectant, Sorbitol helps draw water to the skin. This helps keep the skin hydrated. Sorbitol also helps create a thicker texture in products. You might find sorbitol in your toothpaste and other gels.
It is a non-irritating ingredient that is great for those with dry skin.
Sorbitol is a prebiotic. It helps promote the growth of healthy bacteria on your skin. The bacteria on your skin form a microbiome. This microbiome helps protect your skin from infection and harmful bacteria.
Learn more about SorbitolPeg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate is created from polyethylene glycol and fatty acids from coconut oil.
It is a synthetic polymer with emulsifying and cleansing properties.
As an emulsifier, Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate prevents ingredients such as oils and water from separating. It also helps rinse away oils, dirt, and pollutants from skin.
Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate may not be fungal acne safe. It can also dry out skin.
Learn more about PEG-7 Glyceryl CocoateDecyl Glucoside is a glucose-based surfactant and emulsion stabilizer. It is created by reacting glucose with the fatty acids from plants.
Surfactants help clean the skin by trapping oil, sebum, and dirt to be washed away. As an emulsion stabilizer, it stabilizes the ingredients in a product by preventing them from separating.
This ingredient is biodegradable and non-toxic. This ingredient is commonly found in baby shampoos.
Decyl Glucoside is sometimes used to stabilize the UV filter Tinosorb.
Learn more about Decyl GlucosideWe don't have a description for Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate yet.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Polyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.
This ingredient is commonly found in hair conditioning products. According to a manufacturer, its positive charge makes it great for absorbing hair proteins. The manufacturer also states this ingredient helps with curl retention.
For haircare friends: this ingredient is not a silicone.
Learn more about Polyquaternium-10Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideWe don't have a description for Sodium Acetate yet.
Propylene 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 GlycolWe don't have a description for Trisodium EDTA yet.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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