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NIVEA vs Theramid

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

NIVEA and Theramid are trusted skincare brands that offer a thoughtful range of reliable sunscreens, targeted serums, and nourishing moisturizers. The German brand, founded in 1911 and owned by Maxingvest GmbH & Co. KGaA since 2004, is deeply loved for glycerin-rich formulations that suit mature and sensitive skin best. Conversely, the Spanish brand, founded in 2022 and acquired by the Cosnova Group in 2026, relies on meticulously engineered compositions to cater to balanced, dry, combination, oily, and sensitive skin. While both excel in specialized treatments, they ultimately differ in their heritage, foundational ingredients, and the specific precision with which they address diverse skin concerns.

NIVEA is a German skincare brand founded in 1911 and owned by maxingvest GmbH & Co. KGaA since 2004.

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Theramid is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Cosnova Group since 2026.

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This page compares some of the most popular NIVEA and Theramid products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular NIVEA vs Theramid products

People Say

NIVEATheramid
  • Lightweight and Fast Absorbing Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “the texture is a sophisticated, lightweight gel that absorbs almost instantly without leaving a sticky residue — Theramid Copper Peptide”
    • “Absorbs quickly — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
    • “It's lightweight on the skin and leaves a bit of subtle sheen. — NIVEA Soft”
  • Hydration and Moisture Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Smoothed out dry flaky scales on my cheeks overnight — NIVEA Creme”
    • “skin feels moisturized — NIVEA Protect & Moisture Sun Lotion SPF50+”
    • “Provides long-lasting hydration — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
  • Value and Affordability Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Works better than expensive luxury creams — NIVEA Creme”
    • “Best affordable vegan moisturizer. — NIVEA Soft”
    • “absolute steal for the price — NIVEA DERMA SKIN CLEAR”
    • “Price is unbeatable — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
  • Softening and Smoothing Mostly MentionedNot noted
    • “Makes my face feel smooth and soft. — NIVEA Soft”
    • “skin feels squeaky clean and soft — NIVEA DERMA SKIN CLEAR”
    • “skin feels smooth — NIVEA Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub”
  • Gentle Formulation Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “Suitable for sensitive skin — Theramid DERMA-PEPTIDES”
    • “incredibly gentle... I experienced zero redness or irritation — Theramid Copper Peptide”
  • Versatility and Multi-Use Often MentionedNot noted
    • “Use it on face, body, hands, and feet — NIVEA Creme”
    • “Applying is easy, you can use on your face, hands, and body. — NIVEA Soft”
  • Greasy or Oily Residue Often MentionedNot noted
    • “Leaves a shiny grease layer that doesn't go away — NIVEA Creme”
  • Causes Breakouts and Acne Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “Gave me massive texture and bumps — Theramid Ceramide Treatment”
    • “Clogged my pores and caused bad acne — NIVEA Creme”

Questions and answers

NIVEA or Theramid: which is better?

NIVEA and Theramid each excel in different areas, with NIVEA leading in hydration, value, and softening, while Theramid offers a more lightweight feel and gentler formulations on the products on this page. Glycerin helps provide intense deep hydration for NIVEA.

What is the difference between NIVEA and Theramid?

NIVEA is older, founded in Germany in 1911, while Theramid is newer, founded in Spain in 2022. For the products on this page, NIVEA offers better hydration, value, and softening, whereas Theramid provides more lightweight and gentle formulations with no added fragrance.

NIVEA or Theramid: which moisturizer is better?

Theramid is better for dry skin as its Ceramide Treatment has a Superior Lovi fit level, whereas NIVEA Creme reaches a High fit level for dry skin. Glycerin helps moisturize the skin.

Which is more affordable, NIVEA or Theramid?

NIVEA is more affordable than Theramid. The products on this page offer better value and affordability.

Which causes fewer breakouts, NIVEA or Theramid?

Theramid is the brand that causes fewer breakouts, as review themes note that NIVEA sometimes causes breakouts and acne while Theramid does not.

Which brand has more fragrance-free products, NIVEA or Theramid?

Theramid has more fragrance-free products, as every product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas only 3 of 9 NIVEA products on this page do so.

Which brand was founded earlier, NIVEA or Theramid?

NIVEA was founded earlier than Theramid, having started in Germany in 1911 compared to Theramid which was founded in Spain in 2022.

How does the Lovi fit level for dry skin compare between NIVEA's Creme and Theramid's Ceramide Treatment?

For dry skin, NIVEA Creme earns a High Lovi fit level, whereas Theramid Ceramide Treatment achieves a Superior Lovi fit level.

Research behind their key ingredients

Behind this comparison

Lovi compares products by their fit scores, calculated from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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