SUN After-sun lotion

after-sun · 100 ml · Sun care

Nivea SUN After-sun lotion is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 17-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid, glycerin and panthenol. List checked November 6, 2026.

The catch: none. It clears all 12 ingredient flags we check.

Fragrance-free
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 SUN After-sun lotion

Hyaluronic acid
A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.
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.
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.
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…
3C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
4Behenyl AlcoholBehenyl alcohol is a long-chain fatty alcohol, a waxy solid that softens skin and hair…
5Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
6PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
7Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
8Creatine
9Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice PowderA powder made from the inner leaf juice of the aloe vera plant. It mainly helps hydrate…
10Butyrospermum Parkii ButterA rich fat pressed from the kernels of the African shea tree, used to soften and smooth…
11PantolactonePantolactone is a small molecule that helps condition skin and serves as a building…
121-Methylhydantoin-2-Imide
13Dehydroxanthan Gum
14Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
15Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
16EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
17PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…

Source: Nivea product page, www.nivea.co.uk/products/nivea-sun-after-sun-serum-for-face-and-body-1, retrieved November 6, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
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 SUN After-sun lotion fragrance-free?

Yes. Nivea SUN After-sun lotion lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 6, 2026.

Does Nivea SUN After-sun lotion contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

Which ingredient rules does Nivea SUN After-sun lotion pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin, Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) and Shea butter.