Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Olay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer versus Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 .
Published on April 02, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both day moisturizers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Day Moisturizer
Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.
Day Moisturizer
Day Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin during the daytime.
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Ingredient Info
Olay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer 29 ingredients
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 28 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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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
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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 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Olay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer 29 ingredients
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 28 ingredients
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Olay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer 29 ingredients
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 28 ingredients
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3% • Homosalate 9% • Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.5% • Octocrylene 6% • Water • Glycerin • Zea Mays Starch • Niacinamide • 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid • Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 • Panthenol • Dimethicone • Caprylyl Glycol • Dimethiconol • Cetearyl Glucoside • Cetearyl Alcohol • Stearic Acid • Palmitic Acid • Stearyl Alcohol • Cetyl Alcohol • Behenyl Alcohol • Disodium EDTA • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Peg-100 Stearate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum • Ascorbic Acid • Pentapeptide-8
Water • Homosalate • Octocrylene • Glycerin • Cyclomethicone • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Methylpropanediol • Tapioca Starch • Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane • Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid • Behenyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Ubiquinone • Creatine • 1-Methylhydantoin-2-Imide • Tocopheryl Acetate • Xanthan Gum • 1,2-Hexanediol • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Trisodium EDTA • Sodium Chloride • Sodium Hydroxide • Phenoxyethanol • Benzyl Alcohol • Limonene • Parfum
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneOlay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Homosalate is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-B range (280nm - 320 nm), with a peak protection at 306 nm. It is internationally approved for use in sunscreens.
Homosalate is not photo-stable, meaning it's strength as a UV filter degrades over time with exposure to the sun. Because of this, it's often used in combination with other chemical sunscreen filters as avobenzone (which protects from the UV-A range). Homosalate also helps act as a solvent for harder-to-dissolve UV filters.
(Part of the reason that sunscreens need to be frequently re-applied is due to the photo instability of many chemical sunscreen filters)
Currently, homosalate is approved in concentrations up to 10% in the EU and 15% in the US. The FDA is currently doing further research on the effects of homosalate, and it is possible that these approved concentrations will change in the future.
Learn more about HomosalateOlay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateOlay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 6.
Octocrylene protects skin from sun damage. It absorbs UV-B with peak absorption of 304 nm. It is a common sunscreen ingredient and often paired with avobenzone, a UVA filter. This is because octocrylene stabilizes other sunscreen ingredients by protecting them from degradation when exposed to sunlight. Octocrylene is a photostable ingredient and loses about 10% of SPF in 95 minutes.
Octocrylene also acts as an emollient, meaning it helps skin retain moisture and softens skin. It is oil-soluble and hydrophobic, enhancing water-resistant properties in a product.
Those who are using ketoprofen, a topical anti-inflammatory drug, may experience an allergic reaction when using octocrylene. It is best to speak with a healthcare professional about using sunscreens with octocrylene.
The EU allows a maximum of these concentrations:
Learn more about OctocryleneOlay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 WaterOlay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 5.
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinOlay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Cetearyl 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 AlcoholOlay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 12.
A type of fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as traditional alcohols.
Emollients help keep your skin soft and hydrated by creating a film that traps moisture in.
Behenyl Alcohol is usually derived from the fats in vegetable oils.
In 2000, Behenyl Alcohol was approved by the US as medicine to reduce the duration of cold sores.
Learn more about Behenyl AlcoholOlay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 21.
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 11.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
Olay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 25.
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 18.
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.
Olay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 26.
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 25.
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 ParfumOlay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 27.
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 contains this as ingredient number 28.
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Olay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 SPF 30 Moisturizer 29 ingredients
Nivea Q10 Power Day Cream SPF30 28 ingredients
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Not for dry sensitive skin
I used it for two weeks and it works fine but one day it causes burning sensation on my cheeks and it makes your skin a...
Not for dry sensitive skin
I used it for two weeks and it works fine but one day it causes burning sensation on my cheeks and it makes your skin a little oily and it doesn't help dry flaky areas plus not good for tight skin
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