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Nivea Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel

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Nivea

Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel

body wash · 250 ml · Body

Nivea Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 20-ingredient list, with glycerin and keratin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum), labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool, Benzyl Alcohol) 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 Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Keratin

    The protein hair is made of; fills gaps in damaged strands.

Full ingredient list, decoded

20 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. 2Sodium Laureth SulfateSodium laureth sulfate is a cleansing agent, called a surfactant, that lifts oil and…Sulfates
  3. 3Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  4. 4Glycol DistearateGlycol Distearate is a waxy solid made by joining glycol with stearic acid. Its main…
  5. 5PEG-7 Glyceryl CocoatePEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate is a mild, coconut-based cleansing agent made from coconut oil…
  6. 6ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  7. 7Gossypium Herbaceum Seed O
  8. 8Hydrolyzed KeratinHydrolyzed Keratin is keratin protein cut into smaller pieces. Keratin is the main…
  9. 9GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  10. 10Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  11. 11Laureth-4Laureth-4 is a gentle nonionic surfactant made from lauryl alcohol and ethylene oxide.…
  12. 12Citric Acid. PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
  13. 13PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate. Sodium Benzoate
  14. 14PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  15. 15Sorbic AcidSorbic acid is a natural-origin preservative that helps stop mold and yeast from…
  16. 16LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  17. 17Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  18. 18Benzyl SalicylateA fragrance ingredient, made from benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid, that gives…Labelled fragrance allergens
  19. 19CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens
  20. 20GeraniolGeraniol is a fragrance molecule found naturally in plants like roses and geraniums. It…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/4005808130078, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#6)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#16), Benzyl Alcohol (#17), Benzyl Salicylate (#18), Citronellol (#19), Geraniol (#20)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium Laureth Sulfate (#2)
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Nivea Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel fragrance-free?

No. Nivea Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel contains Parfum (ingredient 6 of 20).

Does Nivea Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Nivea Cashmere and Cottonseed Oil Soft Care Shower Gel 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 Keratin.

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