Nivea Tinted Moisturising Cream SPF15
Works for
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 15 · 2 UV filters · Broad spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.
Moisturizing12 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Tinted Moisturising Cream SPF15”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
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. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, glyceryl glucoside.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
“Our light tinted moisturiser reflects light and colour pigments to help to even the skin tone and reduce the appearance of imperfections.”
This product contains ingredients () that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
The biggest effect for evening out skin tone in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations. This is why sun protection is the best strategy for maintaining an even skin tone. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Linalool, Limonene + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.7–5.7%
- 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 GlycerinMethylpropanediol~4.3–5.2%
Talc~3.3–4%
Octocrylene~3.3–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about OctocryleneIsopropyl stearate~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Isopropyl stearateCetearyl alcohol~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideHydrogenated coco-glycerides~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together while creating a nice finish on the skin
More about Hydrogenated coco-glyceridesButyrospermum parkii butter~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterTriisostearin~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Palmitic acid~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidGlyceryl stearate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateStearic acid~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidGlyceryl glucoside~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help to restore skin barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Glyceryl glucosidePanthenol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolTocopheryl acetate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneDimethicone~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeSodium carbomer~0.3–0.6%
Xanthan gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumMyristic acid~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidArachidic acid~0.4–0.65%
Oleic acid~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness
More about Oleic acidTrisodium edta~0.25–0.5%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.5%
Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLinalool~0.25–0.45%
Limonene~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneBenzyl alcohol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCitronellol~0.2–0.4%
Geraniol~0.2–0.35%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeButylphenyl methylpropional~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalParfum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCi 77891~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77492~0.1–0.2%
Ci 77491~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ci 77499~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Talc, Octocrylene, Isopropyl stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Hydrogenated coco-glycerides, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Triisostearin, Palmitic acid, Glyceryl stearate, Stearic acid, Glyceryl glucoside, Panthenol, Tocopheryl acetate, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Dimethicone, Sodium carbomer, Xanthan gum, Myristic acid, Arachidic acid, Oleic acid, Trisodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Linalool, Limonene, Benzyl alcohol, Citronellol, Geraniol, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Parfum, Ci 77891, Ci 77492, Ci 77491, Ci 77499
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| NiveaTinted Moisturising Cream SPF15YOUR PRODUCT | Dennis KnudsenDay Cream | No7Men Sensitive Care Moisturiser | OlayComplete 3in1 Day Cream Moisturiser For Sensitive Skin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 67% | 63% | 62% |
| Price | $4.94 | — | $13.70+$8.76 | $9.25+$4.31 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 8 | 6 of 8 | 6 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil | Uvasorb Heb | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 15 | SPF 15 | SPF 15 | SPF 15 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"Nivea - Tinted Moisturising Cream SPF15" "is a broad spectrum sunscreen meaning that it protects both from UVB rays (" burning "- they cause sunburn) and UVA rays (" aging "- they don't cause sunburn but lead to premature aging and pigmentation issues). However, this moisturizer does not offer enough sun protection. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.
It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product.
Sunscreen filters
This is a so-called" chemical "sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. These are the sun protection ingredients in this sunscreen: avobenzone 0.55% - 0.85% and octocrylene 3.30% - 4.10%.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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