NIVEA skincare
NIVEA is a German skincare brand founded in 1911 and owned by maxingvest GmbH & Co. KGaA since 2004.
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NIVEA is deeply loved for its versatile sunscreens, targeted serums, and nourishing moisturizers, all formulated with hydrating glycerin. Its products suit sensitive skin and acne-prone skin best because the gentle ingredients help maintain balance. For particular concerns, the standout choices include the Protect & Moisture Sun Lotion SPF50+ for acne-prone skin, the UV Deep Protect & Care Gel for skin with dark spots, and the LUMINOUS630 ANTI-DARK SPOT SERUM for mature skin. Through these careful formulations, glycerin improves stratum corneum hydration and barrier function.
GlycerinThis page covers some of the most popular NIVEA products; for the whole NIVEA range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 112.2k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise NIVEA for effective moisturization, lightweight and fast-absorbing formulas, and targeted blemish and dryness relief. The most common complaints are breakouts for acne-prone skin and greasy or heavy textures.
Highlights
Blemish-clearing serums Mostly Mentioned
- “cleared my complexion in 7 days — DERMA SKIN CLEAR”
- “unclogs pores — Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub”
- “reduces blackheads — Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub”
Versatile multi-use moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “Use it on face, body, hands, and feet — Creme”
- “Applying is easy, you can use on your face, hands, and body. — Soft”
- “Works better than expensive luxury creams — Creme”
Smoother skin texture serums Mostly Mentioned
- “skin feels squeaky clean and soft — DERMA SKIN CLEAR”
- “skin feels smooth — Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub”
Non-drying serums Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't dry out skin — Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub”
- “doesn't leave skin dry or stretched — DERMA SKIN CLEAR”
Intense deep hydration Often Mentioned
- “Smoothed out dry flaky scales on my cheeks overnight — Creme”
- “Makes my face feel smooth and soft. — Soft”
Greasy and oily residue Often Mentioned
- “Leaves a shiny grease layer that doesn't go away — Creme”
- “too greasy for face — Protect & Moisture Sun Lotion SPF50+”
- “made my face slightly shiny — DERMA SKIN CLEAR”
Causes breakouts and acne Sometimes Noted
- “Clogged my pores and caused bad acne — Creme”
- “I noticed some acne breakouts on my chin after using this crème for a while. — Soft”
Strong fragrance Sometimes Noted
- “Scent is too overpowering for sensitive noses — Creme”
- “Has a heavy, baby powder smell. — Soft”
- “smells like men's hairspray — DERMA SKIN CLEAR”
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Questions and answers
Is NIVEA good for oily skin?
Yes, NIVEA is good for oily skin. Lovi rates the NIVEA-focused routine High for oily skin, with specific products like UV Deep Protect & Care Gel and Protect & Moisture Sun Lotion SPF50+ also rated High for this skin type. Reviewers often mention intense deep hydration from the products, though some note a greasy or oily residue.
Is NIVEA worth it?
NIVEA is worth it for shoppers seeking budget-friendly options, as Lovi rates its brand-focused routines High for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. The products on this page range from SAR 14.39 to SAR 90.30, and glycerin helps deliver intense deep hydration. Reviewers often mention the rich moisture and blemish-clearing serums, though some note a greasy residue or strong fragrance.
What are NIVEA's best products?
NIVEA's best products depend on the skin type, with Protect & Moisture Sun Lotion SPF50+ and UV Deep Protect & Care Gel leading for oily and acne-prone skin. Lovi rates Protect & Moisture Sun Lotion SPF50+ High for acne-prone, oily, and combination skin, while DERMA SKIN CLEAR and Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub also rate High for oily and acne-prone skin.
Which NIVEA moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The best moisturizer on this page for dry skin is Creme, while Soft is also available. Lovi rates Creme High and Soft Average for dry skin.
Does NIVEA cause breakouts?
NIVEA products on this page may sometimes cause breakouts, as reviewers note this risk and Lovi rates acne-prone skin with a Caution for some items like Creme. However, NIVEA also features blemish-clearing serums and a routine that Lovi rates High for acne-prone skin.
Is NIVEA fragrance-free?
No, the NIVEA products on this page are not all fragrance-free, as only 3 of the 9 products list no fragrance while the rest contain it. Reviewers sometimes note a strong fragrance among some of the items.
What are the key ingredients in NIVEA products?
Glycerin is a key ingredient featured across the NIVEA products on this page. Glycerin helps provide intense deep hydration and supports the skin barrier. Lovi rates the brand routines High for skin types like dry and oily skin.
How do I build a NIVEA skincare routine?
To build a NIVEA skincare routine for dry skin in the morning, start with a cleanser, apply Creme as a moisturizer, and finish with Protect & Moisture Sun Lotion SPF50+. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser, cleanser, cleansing toner, Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub as a treatment, and Creme. Once a week, follow the same evening steps while adding an enzyme powder and a nourishing mask.
Where can I buy NIVEA, and how much does it cost?
NIVEA products on this page are available at stores in Saudi Arabia. Prices range from SAR 14.39 to SAR 90.30, with most items priced between SAR 17.86 and SAR 81.25.
What are good alternatives to NIVEA?
Good alternatives to NIVEA with pages on Lovi include Eucerin, Bayer, Augustinus Bader, Yepoda, Dr. Barbara Sturm, and Sebamed. These brands offer similar skincare options that may fit various skin types.
NIVEA vs Eucerin: which is better?
NIVEA and Eucerin offer comparable performance, as Lovi rates brand-focused routines for both brands High across dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Reviewers note that NIVEA provides intense deep hydration and blemish-clearing serums, though some mention a greasy residue or strong fragrance. Both German brands, founded in 1911 and owned by maxingvest GmbH & Co. KGaA, are similarly matched in their product offerings.
Who owns NIVEA, and where is it from?
NIVEA is a German brand founded in 1911, owned by maxingvest GmbH & Co. KGaA since 2004.
Is NIVEA cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list NIVEA as cruelty-free.
Is NIVEA good for dry skin?
Yes, NIVEA is good for dry skin, as Lovi rates the NIVEA-focused routine High for dry skin. The brand features versatile moisturizers like Creme and Soft that help provide deep hydration.
Which NIVEA sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?
Protect & Moisture Sun Lotion SPF50+ is the best NIVEA sunscreen on this page for sensitive skin, followed by UV Deep Protect & Care Gel and MEN.
Is NIVEA good for sensitive skin?
Yes, NIVEA is a good choice for sensitive skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for sensitive skin. Some NIVEA products may help soothe and hydrate, though reviewers sometimes note a strong fragrance in a few items.
Is NIVEA good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, NIVEA is a good choice for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the NIVEA-focused routine High for this skin type. Reviewers often mention blemish-clearing serums and smoother skin texture serums among the products on the page. Glycerin helps provide deep hydration across the range.
Is NIVEA good for skin with dark spots?
NIVEA is moderately good for skin with dark spots, as Lovi rates LUMINOUS630 ANTI-DARK SPOT SERUM Average for skin with dark spots. Reviewers often mention smoother skin texture serums, and the NIVEA products on this page help improve skin appearance.
Is NIVEA good for mature skin?
Yes, NIVEA is generally good for mature skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for this skin type. Several products on the page such as UV Deep Protect & Care Gel and Protect & Moisture Sun Lotion SPF50+ provide High fit for mature skin.
Research behind NIVEA's key ingredients
Effects of glyceryl glucoside on AQP3 expression, barrier function and hydration of human skin
Exotic Vegetable Oils for Cosmetic O/W Nanoemulsions: In Vivo Evaluation
In vivo and in vitro evaluation of octyl methoxycinnamate liposomes
Comparison of methods for assessing photoprotection against ultraviolet A in vivo
Retrospective Review of Dermal Safety Studies of Organic Sunscreens
Behind these ratings
Lovi rates every product from its 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.
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PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
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Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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