Nivea cream
The Verdict & Review beautydecoded:
Dry skin: Very good
Oily skin: Avoid
Anti-aging effectiveness: Good ✅
Effectiveness on blemishes: Very poor ❌
Effectiveness Hyperpigmentation: Low
Effectiveness on redness: Good ✅
Sensitive skin: Good ✅
Description
AQUA, PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM (Mineral Oil), MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX (Mineral Oil), GLYCERIN, LANOLIN ALCOHOL (Potentially comedogenic), PARAFFIN (Mineral Oil), PANTHENOL (Pro-vitamin B5), MAGNESIUM SULFATE, DECYL OLEATE (Potentially comedogenic), OCTYLDODECANOL, ALUMINUM STEARATES, CITRIC ACID, MAGNESIUM STEARATE, LIMONENE (Regulated allergen), GERANIOL (Regulated allergen), HYDROXYCITRONELLAL (Regulated allergen), LINALOOL (Regulated allergen), CITRONELLOL (Regulated allergen), BENZYL BENZOATE (Regulated allergen), CINNAMYL ALCOHOL (Regulated allergen), PERFUM (Perfume)My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target
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Nivea Cream by Nivea is an iconic skincare product, primarily designed to moisturize and protect dry to very dry skin. Its rich formula aims to restore the skin barrier and prevent dehydration. My expert opinion is that this product is primarily intended for skin that lacks comfort, is prone to tightness, or is exposed to external aggressions (cold, wind). It may also be suitable for very dry areas of the body (elbows, knees, hands), but I do not recommend it for daily facial care for combination to oily or acne-prone skin due to its occlusive texture.
Formula Analysis: Key Assets
Three main assets catch my attention:
- Glycerine : A powerful humectant, it attracts and retains water in the stratum corneum, promoting long-lasting hydration.
- Panthenol (Pro-vitamin B5) Known for its soothing and restorative properties, it supports skin regeneration and calms irritation.
- Mineral oils (Paraffinum Liquidum, Cera Microcristallina, Paraffin) They form a protective film on the skin's surface, limiting insensible water loss and strengthening the skin barrier.
The combination of these active ingredients gives Nivea Cream its renowned effectiveness in restoring skin comfort, even on very dry or damaged skin.
Tips and Application Ritual
I recommend applying Nivea Cream in the morning and/or evening to clean, dry skin, paying particular attention to the driest areas. It can be applied in a thick layer as a repairing mask. It is compatible with moisturizing active ingredients (hyaluronic acid), but I do not recommend combining it with products that are very rich in vegetable oils or comedogenic active ingredients on the face, especially for acne-prone skin.
My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion
Nivea Cream is appealing due to its effectiveness on dry skin and its versatility. Its rich, occlusive texture is beneficial for skin lacking comfort, but may be too heavy for oily skin. Be aware of the presence of fragrance and regulated allergens, which may not be suitable for very sensitive or atopic skin. My opinion: a classic product to be used with caution, mainly on the body or very dry areas.
Informations complémentaires
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An affordable basic
addicted to the scent, I use it on my very dry hands and legs
I do not recommend it for oily skin.
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For the smell
Far too rich for me, but perfect for my legs and what a smell!
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Very oily
The smell is a pleasant childhood memory, but it's too greasy today. There are much more effective creams today.
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Small price
It's my mom's favourite cream.
As I have oily skin, I only use it on my body (dry legs). Its scent takes me back to childhood memories.
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Mixed
I use it as a neck and bust moisturizer. I don't see much difference so far.
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4 stars for the memory
this cream is a Proust's madeleine, it reminds me of when mom used to spread it on our faces on cold days.
I'd like to say that I've only used it on my hands, but what an olfactory and moisturizing pleasure!
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no comment...
apart from the scent, which I love, nothing about this cream suits me!
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grasse
very greasy cream, not a great formula. good for moisturizing feet
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Too greasy
Cream far too greasy and sticky
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top for feet
it's great for foot care, I use it before going to bed.
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I validate a good foot cream.
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Too greasy
Cream is far too greasy and leaves the skin feeling sticky because it does not penetrate the skin.
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too greasy
This cream is too greasy for the face. It also contains perfume.
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I also use it on elbows and knees.
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horrible
Very greasy and difficult to spread.
yet as a child she was different
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I couldn't agree more. I have always found Nivea creams extremely greasy, thick and difficult to spread, even more than 20 years ago.
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Very, very greasy product and does not seem to be suitable for all skin types, but given the price you shouldn't expect much.
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for my hands
I love this cream and its scent. I use it for my hands and the price is more than affordable.
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too greasy
what I like about this cream is its scent and also its price, but too bad I don't like the sensation on my skin, especially my hands, I find it too greasy and it gives the impression of having dirty hands, so I wash my neck with soap as soon as I use it.
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Allergic reaction
this cream gave me a lot of redness and facial reactions with a burning sensation
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!!!!
I use it for my hands but it's not exceptional either. I'm going to finish it but I'll buy more.
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No
Too oily and perfumed, my sensitive skin cannot tolerate it.
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comedogenic
too rich and too oily ... the festival of buttons after use . can be used to moisturize peripheral limbs (legs / feet / arms ...)
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too greasy
too bad its scent brings back childhood memories but it's greasy and too many perfumes.
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very oily
very fatty and thick like crème fraîche.......
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not very useful
it's too nourishing!
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not bad
used for the neck and décolleté. It moisturizes well. At 61, I don't have a crumpled neck or décolleté. That doesn't mean you shouldn't use SPF 50 sun cream to protect yourself from the sun.
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not top
it's the cream of my childhood i love the smell but the composition isn't great at all i must admit