Nivea Rose Care Micellar Water Versus Nivea Energy Micellar Water 3x Antioxidants
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or silicones
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Ingredient Info
Nivea Rose Care Micellar Water 26 ingredients
Nivea Energy Micellar Water 3x Antioxidants 20 ingredients
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About this product
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Nivea Rose Care Micellar Water 26 ingredients
Nivea Energy Micellar Water 3x Antioxidants 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningIsododecane
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
C15-19 Alkane
SolventCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Trisodium EDTA
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingBenzethonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
MaskingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Sulfate
Linalool
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Methyl Benzoate
Perfuming
BHT
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 61570
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Isododecane, Glycerin, C15-19 Alkane, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Trisodium EDTA, Isopropyl Palmitate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Benzethonium Chloride, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Sulfate, Linalool, Geraniol, Citronellol, Limonene, Methyl Benzoate, BHT, Tocopherol, Parfum, CI 16035, CI 61570
Water
Skin ConditioningPoloxamer 124
EmulsifyingSodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Juice
Skin ConditioningCitrus Limon Juice
Skin ConditioningAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Cocoamphoacetate
CleansingSodium Chloride
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Maltodextrin
Absorbent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningTrisodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
BHT
Antioxidant
Water, Poloxamer 124, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Niacinamide, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Juice, Citrus Limon Juice, Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Maltodextrin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Trisodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, BHT
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinChances 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 ChloridePhenoxyethanol 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.
We don't have a description for Trisodium EDTA yet.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateBHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTIngredient Ratings
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Nivea Rose Care Micellar Water 26 ingredients
Nivea Energy Micellar Water 3x Antioxidants 20 ingredients
