Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Nivea Moisturising Night Cream versus Nivea Sensitive Post Shave Balm .
Published on August 16, 2023
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Night Moisturizer
Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.
Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
Ingredient Info
Nivea Moisturising Night Cream 20 ingredients
Nivea Sensitive Post Shave Balm 21 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
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
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Contains Parabens
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Nivea Moisturising Night Cream 20 ingredients
Nivea Sensitive Post Shave Balm 21 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Nivea Moisturising Night Cream 20 ingredients
Nivea Sensitive Post Shave Balm 21 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides • Methylpropanediol • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Cetearyl Isononanoate • Cocoglycerides • Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Nymphaea Alba Root Extract • Panthenol • Pantolactone • Ethylhexylglycerin • Xanthan Gum • Citric Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum
Water • Cyclomethicone • Glyceryl Lanolate • Panthenol • Propylene Glycol • Isopropyl Palmitate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Bisabolol • Allantoin • Hamamelis Virginiana Water • Glycine • Calendula Officinalis Flower • Citric Acid • Triceteareth-4 Phosphate • Sodium Carbomer • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylparaben • Methylparaben • Propylparaben • Butylparaben • Parfum
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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 Moisturising Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Nivea Sensitive Post Shave Balm contains this as ingredient number 1.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateNivea Moisturising Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Nivea Sensitive Post Shave Balm contains this as ingredient number 7.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolNivea Moisturising Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Nivea Sensitive Post Shave Balm contains this as ingredient number 4.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidNivea Moisturising Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.
Nivea Sensitive Post Shave Balm contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 Moisturising Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
Nivea Sensitive Post Shave Balm contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 Moisturising Night Cream contains this as ingredient number 20.
Nivea Sensitive Post Shave Balm contains this as ingredient number 21.
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