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Nivea Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel

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Nivea

Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel

body wash · 250 ml · Body

Nivea Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 20-ingredient list, with glycerin and keratin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance, labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool, Benzyl Alcohol) and sulfates (Sodium Laureth Sulfate).

  • Contains fragrance
  • No essential oils
  • Contains labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Contains sulfates
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

£1.19at Amazon UK

Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 04:30 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.

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Key ingredients in Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Keratin

    The protein hair is made of; fills gaps in damaged strands.

Full ingredient list, decoded

20 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Sodium Laureth SulfateSodium laureth sulfate is a cleansing agent, called a surfactant, that lifts oil and…Sulfates
  3. 3Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  4. 4Glycol DistearateGlycol Distearate is a waxy solid made by joining glycol with stearic acid. Its main…
  5. 5PEG-7 Glyceryl CocoatePEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate is a mild, coconut-based cleansing agent made from coconut oil…
  6. 6ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  7. 7Gossypium Herbaceum Seed O
  8. 8Hydrolyzed KeratinHydrolyzed Keratin is keratin protein cut into smaller pieces. Keratin is the main…
  9. 9GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  10. 10Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  11. 11Laureth-4Laureth-4 is a gentle nonionic surfactant made from lauryl alcohol and ethylene oxide.…
  12. 12Citric Acid. PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
  13. 13PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate. Sodium Benzoate
  14. 14PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  15. 15Sorbic AcidSorbic acid is a natural-origin preservative that helps stop mold and yeast from…
  16. 16LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  17. 17Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  18. 18Benzyl SalicylateA fragrance ingredient, made from benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid, that gives…Labelled fragrance allergens
  19. 19CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens
  20. 20GeraniolGeraniol is a fragrance molecule found naturally in plants like roses and geraniums. It…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/4005808130078, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#6)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#16), Benzyl Alcohol (#17), Benzyl Salicylate (#18), Citronellol (#19), Geraniol (#20)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium Laureth Sulfate (#2)
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Nivea Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel fragrance-free?

No. Nivea Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel contains Parfum (ingredient 6 of 20).

Does Nivea Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: yes (Sodium Laureth Sulfate). Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Nivea Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, pregnancy, dry skin and dehydrated skin. Key ingredients: Glycerin and Keratin.

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Amazon UK prices as of 6 November 2026, 04:30 GMT; Amazon sets the final price at checkout.