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Nivea After Sun Sensitive Gel Cream

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Nivea

After Sun Sensitive Gel Cream

after-sun · 175 ml · Sun care

Nivea After Sun Sensitive Gel Cream is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 14-ingredient list, with glycerin, dimethicone and aloe vera. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains drying alcohol (Alcohol Denat) and silicones (Dimethicone).

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

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom

Key ingredients in After Sun Sensitive Gel Cream

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Dimethicone

    A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.

  • Aloe vera

    A soothing, hydrating plant juice.

Full ingredient list, decoded

14 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. 2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  3. 3Isopropyl PalmitateIsopropyl Palmitate is a light, clear oil made from palmitic acid and isopropyl…
  4. 4Alcohol DenatAlcohol, usually ethanol, is a light liquid that dissolves oils and fragrance and dries…Drying alcohol
  5. 5Aloe Barbadensis
  6. 6Leaf Juice Powder
  7. 7Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract
  8. 8DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  9. 9Chondrus Crispus Extract
  10. 10Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic polymer that thickens and stabilizes formulas, giving lotions, gels and…
  11. 11Sodium PolyacrylateA synthetic polymer, the salt form of polyacrylic acid, that is used mainly to thicken…
  12. 12Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  13. 13EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  14. 14Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/4005900702630, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholContainsAlcohol Denat (#4)
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsDimethicone (#8)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Nivea After Sun Sensitive Gel Cream fragrance-free?

Yes. Nivea After Sun Sensitive Gel Cream lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Nivea After Sun Sensitive Gel Cream contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Nivea After Sun Sensitive Gel Cream good for?

By its ingredient list it fits contact dermatitis, perfume allergy, mi allergy and pregnancy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin, Dimethicone and Aloe vera.

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