Nivea Refreshing Day Cream SPF 15 - UK Versus LUSH Super Milk
Updated on February 01, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Nivea Refreshing Day Cream SPF 15 26 ingredients
LUSH Super Milk 27 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Nivea Refreshing Day Cream SPF 15 26 ingredients
LUSH Super Milk 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDistarch Phosphate
AbsorbentGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Nymphaea Alba Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Tapioca Starch
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Trisodium EDTA
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Alcohol Denat., Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Distarch Phosphate, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Nymphaea Alba Root Extract, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tapioca Starch, Xanthan Gum, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Sodium Chloride, Trisodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningMilk
Skin Conditioning
Goat Milk
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Parfum
Masking
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ethyl Macadamiate
Skin Conditioning
C13-15 Alkane
SolventCitrus Limon Juice
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Ozonized Olive Oil
Skin Conditioning
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
Masking
Ethyl Vanillate
Perfuming
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Anise Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Benzyl Cinnamate
Perfuming
Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Milk, Goat Milk, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Parfum, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ethyl Macadamiate, C13-15 Alkane, Citrus Limon Juice, Propylene Glycol, Ozonized Olive Oil, Behentrimonium Chloride, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Ethyl Vanillate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Anise Alcohol, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Cinnamate, Cinnamal, Citral, Coumarin, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
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 WaterCetearyl 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.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearatePhenoxyethanol 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.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient 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.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
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 ParfumIngredient Ratings
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Nivea Refreshing Day Cream SPF 15 26 ingredients
LUSH Super Milk 27 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Nivea Refreshing Day Cream SPF 15 26 ingredients
It was okay. It caused a mild break out on my cheeks which went away quickly and it caused my combination skin to get more oily throughout the day. However, I think if you have dry skin, this would a pretty good, cheap option.
LUSH Super Milk 27 ingredients
not only does this smell incredible but it makes my hair feel so soft and smooth. do apply sparingly as a little goes a long way!!
I, personally, am not that big of a fan of the smell. And I don’t think anyone ever complimented me on the smell of my hair using this. Overall it’s a pretty good leave in, just a little heavy for my fine hair. Although I did have to mix some water in when it got low because it became harder to pump out.
