Beauty Comparison
Nivea Sensitive Shower Gel

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Nivea

Sensitive Shower Gel

body wash · 250 ml · Body

Nivea Sensitive Shower Gel is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 15-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid, glycerin and vitamin E. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance and sulfates (Sodium Myreth Sulfate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate).

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

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Key ingredients in Sensitive Shower Gel

  • Hyaluronic acid

    A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

15 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. 2Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  3. 3Sodium Myreth SulfateSulfates
  4. 4Sodium Laureth SulfateSodium laureth sulfate is a cleansing agent, called a surfactant, that lifts oil and…Sulfates
  5. 5Coco-GlucosideCoco-Glucoside is a mild, plant-based cleanser made from coconut-derived fatty alcohols…
  6. 6Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
  7. 7TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  8. 8GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  9. 9Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  10. 10Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  11. 11Glycol DistearateGlycol Distearate is a waxy solid made by joining glycol with stearic acid. Its main…
  12. 12Hydrogenated Castor OilA plant-derived wax made from castor oil with added hydrogen. Its main job is to…
  13. 13Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  14. 14Benzoic AcidA small, naturally occurring acid that helps keep formulas fresh by slowing the growth…
  15. 15ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/4005808130573, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#15)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium Myreth Sulfate (#3), Sodium Laureth Sulfate (#4)
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 Sensitive Shower Gel fragrance-free?

No. Nivea Sensitive Shower Gel contains Parfum (ingredient 15 of 15).

Does Nivea Sensitive Shower Gel contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does Nivea Sensitive Shower Gel pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dry skin. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin and Vitamin E.

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