Hydrocare Intensive Moisturising Face Cream

moisturizer · 50 ml · Men's grooming

Nivea Men Hydrocare Intensive Moisturising Face Cream is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 17-ingredient list, with glycerin, panthenol and shea butter. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance.

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

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Key ingredients in Hydrocare Intensive Moisturising Face Cream

Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)
Soothes and helps skin and hair hold moisture.
Shea butter
A rich emollient for dry skin and hair.
Aloe vera
A soothing, hydrating plant juice.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
3Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
4Ethylhexyl StearateEthylhexyl Stearate is a light, oil-like ester made from stearic acid and a branched…
5Isopropyl PalmitateIsopropyl Palmitate is a light, clear oil made from palmitic acid and isopropyl…
6Butyrospermum Parkii ButterA rich fat pressed from the kernels of the African shea tree, used to soften and smooth…
7Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
8Glyceryl Stearate CitrateA mild emulsifier made by combining glycerin, stearic acid and citric acid. It helps…
9PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
10Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice PowderA powder made from the inner leaf juice of the aloe vera plant. It mainly helps hydrate…
11Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
12PantolactonePantolactone is a small molecule that helps condition skin and serves as a building…
13Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
14PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
15EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
16Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
17ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance

Source: Nivea Men product page, www.nivea.co.uk/products/nivea-men-hydrocare-moisturising-face-cream-5, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	Contains	Parfum (#17)
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	None listed	—
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	None listed	—
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Nivea Men Hydrocare Intensive Moisturising Face Cream fragrance-free?

No. Nivea Men Hydrocare Intensive Moisturising Face Cream contains Parfum (ingredient 17 of 17).

Does Nivea Men Hydrocare Intensive Moisturising Face Cream contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Nivea Men Hydrocare Intensive Moisturising Face Cream pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, pregnancy, dry skin and dehydrated skin. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5), Shea butter and Aloe vera.