Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Nivea UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ versus Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ .
Published on August 01, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances, parabens and silicones
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Sunscreen
Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.
Sunscreen
Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.
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Ingredient Info
Nivea UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 33 ingredients
Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ 16 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Fragrance
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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
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Not Reef Safe
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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 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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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
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Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Nivea UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 33 ingredients
Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ 16 ingredients
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Nivea UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 33 ingredients
Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ 16 ingredients
Water • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Alcohol Denat. • Butylene Glycol • Caprylyl Methicone • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Diglycerin • Isopropyl Palmitate • Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine • Diisopropyl Sebacate • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Bifida Polysaccharide • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract • Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein • Polianthes Tuberosa Polysaccharide • Hyaluronic Acid • Secale Cereale Seed Extract • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Peg-Crosspolymer • Lauroyl Lysine • Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether • Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide • C20-24 Alkyl Methicone • C4-6 Olefin • Silica • Titanium Dioxide • Carbomer • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Hydroxide • BHA • Methylparaben • Parfum
Water • Alcohol Denat. • Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate • Dimethicone • Peg-5 Glyceryl Trioleate • Ethylhexyl Triazone • Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate • Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate • Hyaluronic Acid • Betula Alba Bark Extract • Secale Cereale Seed Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Peg-Crosspolymer • Ceteth-10 • Sodium Hydroxide • Methylparaben
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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 UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateNivea UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 2.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UVA absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm) and photostability.
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%.
UV absorbers are an agent that absorbs UV rays. They protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UV rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation from the sun. Other sources include tanning beds and welding torches. Radiation is the emission of energy. UV Rays are divided into 3 groups. UVA (320-400 nm) contains the least amount of energy. They are linked to long term skin damage such as wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA in skin cells. UVB causes sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer. UVC (200-280 nm) contains the highest amount of energy. Our ozone blocks UVC. UVC can also originate from welding torches, mercury lamps, and sanitizing bulbs.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateNivea UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 7.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is a modern chemical sunscreen that protects from UV-B radiation.
It is the most effective of existing UV-B filters, as it provides the highest level of photo-stable absorption. It protects from the entire UV-B range (280 to 320nm), with it's highest level of protection at 314nm.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is oil soluble, oderless and colorless, which mean it is able to be incorporated into a variety of different formulations.
It is not currently available within the United States due to slow changing FDA regulations. Outside of the US, it is used in formulations at concentrations up to 5%.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl TriazoneNivea UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 11.
Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 6.
Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in healthy skin. It is a humectant, meaning it draws moisture to your skin.
Hyaluronic Acid has the capacity to bind to large amounts of water. This ingredient helps hydrate, soothe, and protect the skin.
Fun fact: It is already naturally found in our bodies, such as the fluids of our eyes and our joints.
Studies find this ingredient to have anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. This can help speed up wound-healing,
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Hyaluronic AcidNivea UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 17.
Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 9.
Secale Cereale Seed Extract is an exfoliant.
Nivea UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 18.
Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 11.
We don't have a description for Peg-Crosspolymer.
Nivea UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 20.
Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 30.
Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Methylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
Learn more about MethylparabenNivea UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ contains this as ingredient number 32.
Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 16.
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Nivea UV Deep Protect & Care Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ 33 ingredients
Nivea Sun Water Gel SPF35/PA+++ 16 ingredients
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