Nivea sun Schutz & Pflege

Name: NIVEA Nivea sun Schutz & Pflege
Brand: NIVEA

spf

Overall score6.6

NIVEA Nivea sun Schutz & Pflege scores 6.6/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and ingredient transparency (8.5).

✶ Hero ingredients

#2Homosalate

Chemical UVB filter

#3Glycerin

One of the most effective humectants

#6Ethylhexyl Salicylate

Octisalate — UVB filter

Score breakdown

Overall

6.6

Hydration Efficacy5.1

Irritation Risk9.5

Active Ingredient Strength2.0

Ingredient Transparency8.5

Formulation Safety8.0

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

Scores last verified: April 2026

What makes NIVEA Nivea sun Schutz & Pflege stand out

NIVEA Nivea sun Schutz & Pflege is a solid spf with an overall score of 6.6/9.8. it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Homosalate, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Salicylate — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). 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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Homosalate
UV protection — #2 in the INCI list
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Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
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Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV protection — #6 in the INCI list
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Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV protection — #7 in the INCI list
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Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
Draws in moisture — #8 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

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

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Ingredient breakdown

Other ingredient6
Added scent4
UV protection3
Draws in moisture3
Softens and smooths3
Holds the formula together2
Works on your skin1
Keeps the product fresh1

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