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Nivea Care Shower Creme Soft

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Nivea

Care Shower Creme Soft

body wash · 250 ml · Body

Nivea Care Shower Creme Soft is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 24-ingredient list, with glycerin and panthenol. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum), labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool, Limonene) 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

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Key ingredients in Care Shower Creme Soft

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)

    Soothes and helps skin and hair hold moisture.

Full ingredient list, decoded

24 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. 3Sodium Laureth SulfateSodium laureth sulfate is a cleansing agent, called a surfactant, that lifts oil and…Sulfates
  4. 4Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  5. 5PEG-7 Glyceryl CocoatePEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate is a mild, coconut-based cleansing agent made from coconut oil…
  6. 6Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  7. 7PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
  8. 8Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  9. 9Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  10. 10PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a water-soluble emulsifier made from castor oil. Its…
  11. 11Styrene/Acrylates CopolymerA film-forming polymer made from linked acrylic building blocks. Its main job is to…
  12. 12Polyquaternium-7This conditioning polymer, made from acrylamide and a positively charged monomer, gives…
  13. 13Helianthus Annuus Seed OilSunflower Seed Oil is a light plant oil pressed from the seeds of the sunflower. It…
  14. 14Glyceryl Glucoside
  15. 15Lanolin AlcoholLanolin
  16. 16OctyldodecanolOctyldodecanol is a light, branched fatty alcohol used as an emollient. Its main job is…
  17. 17PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
  18. 18LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  19. 19LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  20. 20GeraniolGeraniol is a fragrance molecule found naturally in plants like roses and geraniums. It…Labelled fragrance allergens
  21. 21CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens
  22. 22Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  23. 23Alpha-Isomethyl IononeA synthetic fragrance ingredient with a soft floral, violet-like scent. Its main job is…Labelled fragrance allergens
  24. 24ParfumAroma 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/4005808897087, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#24)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#18), Limonene (#19), Geraniol (#20), Citronellol (#21), Benzyl Alcohol (#22), Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone (#23)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium Laureth Sulfate (#3)
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinContainsLanolin Alcohol (#15)
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Nivea Care Shower Creme Soft fragrance-free?

No. Nivea Care Shower Creme Soft contains Parfum (ingredient 24 of 24).

Does Nivea Care Shower Creme Soft contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Nivea Care Shower Creme Soft good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, pregnancy, dry skin and dehydrated skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin and Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5).

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