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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Simple Skincare Kind to Skin Hydrating Light Moisturiser versus Nivea Soft Moisturizing Crème US .

Last updated on January 26, 2024. Published on October 31, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils and silicones

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General Moisturizer British Brand United Kingdom
General Moisturizer German Brand Germany

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA
Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (5)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Simple Skincare Kind to Skin Hydrating Light Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 1.

Nivea Soft Moisturizing Crème US contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Simple Skincare Kind to Skin Hydrating Light Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 2.

Nivea Soft Moisturizing Crème US contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Emollient, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Paraffinum Liquidum is also known as liquid paraffin. It is a type of highly refined mineral oil.

Like other oils, Paraffinum Liquidum has emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. By creating a barrier to trap moisture within, emollients help keep your skin hydrated.

Paraffinum Liquidum does not irritate the skin and is non-comedogenic. However, this ingredient may not work well for those with oily skin or fungal acne.

If you have concerns about using this ingredient in your routine, we recommend speaking with a professional.

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Simple Skincare Kind to Skin Hydrating Light Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 3.

Nivea Soft Moisturizing Crème US contains this as ingredient number 4.

4
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Simple Skincare Kind to Skin Hydrating Light Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 5.

Nivea Soft Moisturizing Crème US contains this as ingredient number 12.

5
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Simple Skincare Kind to Skin Hydrating Light Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 9.

Nivea Soft Moisturizing Crème US contains this as ingredient number 20.

6
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming
Community Rating: Disliked

Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.

Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.

Simple Skincare Kind to Skin Hydrating Light Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 11.

Nivea Soft Moisturizing Crème US contains this as ingredient number 18.

7
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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Simple Skincare Kind to Skin Hydrating Light Moisturiser contains this as ingredient number 13.

Nivea Soft Moisturizing Crème US contains this as ingredient number 14.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

48% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
41% are disliked or very disliked
4% have no rating yet
15% are loved or liked
15% have mixed ratings
65% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

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Simple Skincare Kind to Skin Hydrating Light Moisturiser 27 ingredients

2.8 /5
from 6 ratings
Irritating (2) Light (2) Hydrating (2) Heavy (1) Absorbs Well (1) No Scent (1)
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itsyogirljeni

11 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

This burns me..
This product is very irritating and leaves my skin feels burnt.....

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pili09_523

2 months ago · Oily Skin
Review

Puede llegar a irritar, es un problema si tienes eczema. No es apta para acné fungico y es muy pesada.

Nivea Soft Moisturizing Crème 20 ingredients

1.3 /5
from 1 rating
Absorbs Well (1) Great Value (1) Irritating (1) Strong Scent (1)
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Mamabuja

7 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Not for face!!!
i was using this on my face for a while, its VERY oily and clogged ALLLL my pores, i definitely wouldn't recommend this unless...

Not for face!!!
i was using this on my face for a while, its VERY oily and clogged ALLLL my pores, i definitely wouldn't recommend this unless you're looking for a cheap body moisturizer

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uit

5 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Pore clogging
By using it once it will cloogged your pores even you have dry sensitive skin

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