Nivea Men's Sensitive All-In-One Aftershave Balm
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingGlycerin, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil + 1 moreGood evidence
“This all-in-one balm reduces the five signs of skin irritation: redness, burning, dryness, itching and tension.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Linalool, Coumarin + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinIsopropyl palmitate~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateDistarch phosphate~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methylpropanediol~2–3.1%
Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilChamomilla recutita flower extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractTriceteareth-4 phosphate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Triceteareth-4 phosphateCarbomer~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerMaltodextrin~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinSodium hydroxide~0.45–1%
Bht~0.3–0.75%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.5%
Linalool~0.05–0.25%
Coumarin~0.05–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Isopropyl palmitate, Distarch phosphate, Methylpropanediol, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Triceteareth-4 phosphate, Carbomer, Maltodextrin, Sodium hydroxide, Bht, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Coumarin, Parfum
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
- 3
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