Nivea body milk

Name: NIVEA Nivea body milk
Brand: NIVEA

moisturiser

Overall score6.7

NIVEA Nivea body milk scores 6.7/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in ingredient transparency (8.8) and low irritation risk (8.0).

✶ Hero ingredients

#2Paraffinum Liquidum

Mineral oil (INCI name)

#3Glycerin

One of the most effective humectants

#4C15-19 Alkane

Softens and smooths

Score breakdown

Overall

6.7

Hydration Efficacy6.5

Irritation Risk8.0

Active Ingredient Strength2.0

Ingredient Transparency8.8

Formulation Safety8.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

Scores last verified: April 2026

What makes NIVEA Nivea body milk stand out

NIVEA Nivea body milk is a solid moisturiser with an overall score of 6.7/9.8. it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Paraffinum Liquidum, Glycerin, C15-19 Alkane — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on hydration (6.5) and low irritation risk (8.0). On the flip side, active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula

May not suit

⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment

Key ingredients

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Paraffinum Liquidum
Softens and smooths — #2 in the INCI list
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Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
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C15-19 Alkane
Softens and smooths — #4 in the INCI list
✶
Cetearyl Alcohol
Softens and smooths — #6 in the INCI list
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Dimethicone
Softens and smooths — #8 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

24 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

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Ingredient breakdown

Softens and smooths6
Added scent6
Other ingredient5
Keeps the product fresh2
Works on your skin2
Draws in moisture1
Holds the formula together1
Formula balancers1

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