Radiance Day Cream – 50 ml

Description

AQUA, GLYCERIN, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, ALCOHOL DENAT. (Drying alcohol), Simmondsia chinensis seed oil (Jojoba vegetable oil), Sweet Almond Oil (Sweet almond vegetable oil), DICAPRYLYL ETHER, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER (Vegetable shea butter), GLYCERYL STEARATE, COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder (Aloe vera), HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL (Sunflower vegetable oil), TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE, XANTHAN GUM, LEVULINIC ACID, SODIUM LEVULINATE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, P-ANISIC ACID, SODIUM CHLORIDE, LINALOOL (Regulated allergen), LIMONENE (Regulated allergen), CITRONELLOL (Regulated allergen), ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE (Regulated allergen), BENZYL ALCOHOL (Regulated allergen), GERANIOL (Regulated allergen), PERFUM (Perfume)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Nivea Naturally Good Radiance Day Cream is primarily intended for skin in need of hydration, radiance, and comfort. It targets signs of dry skin, dullness, and the prevention of premature aging. My analysis of the formula reveals Nivea's desire to offer a gentle daily skincare product suitable for normal to dry skin, while favoring natural ingredients to strengthen the skin barrier and provide suppleness.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three active ingredients stand out in this formula. First, the glycerin, a recognized humectant, attracts and retains water in the epidermis, ensuring long-lasting hydration. Next, the’jojoba oil and the shea butter provide essential lipids, strengthening the skin barrier and limiting water loss. Finally, the vitamin E (tocopherol) acts as an antioxidant, protecting the skin from free radicals responsible for aging. This synergy of natural active ingredients guarantees the quality of the product, offering nutrition, protection, and radiance.

Tips and Application Ritual

I recommend applying this cream in the morning to clean, dry skin, gently massaging it into the face and neck. It can be used in combination with a moisturizing or antioxidant serum. However, it is best to avoid combining it with products containing powerful exfoliating acids or retinol, to limit the risk of irritation, particularly due to the presence of denatured alcohol and fragrance.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

The strengths of this cream lie in its pleasant texture, its moisturizing power, and the presence of natural protective active ingredients. However, the presence of denatured alcohol and several fragrance allergens may be a drawback for very sensitive or reactive skin. In conclusion, this is an effective skincare product for restoring radiance and comfort to the skin on a daily basis, ideal for normal to dry skin that is not sensitive.