Beauty Comparison
Nivea Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub

Photo and link: Amazon

Nivea

Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub

cleanser · 150 ml · Skincare

Nivea Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub is free of essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 16-ingredient list, with niacinamide, glycerin and salicylic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum) and sulfates (Sodium Laureth Sulfate).

  • Contains fragrance
  • No essential oils
  • No labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Contains sulfates
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom · Germany · France · Italy · Spain · Netherlands · Poland · Sweden

Key ingredients in Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub

  • Niacinamide

    Vitamin B3; helps with oil, redness, uneven tone and the barrier.

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    An oil-soluble exfoliant that clears inside pores.

  • Lactic acid (AHA)

    A gentler, hydrating exfoliant.

Full ingredient list, decoded

16 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. 2Coco-GlucosideCoco-Glucoside is a mild, plant-based cleanser made from coconut-derived fatty alcohols…
  3. 3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  4. 4Microcrystalline CelluloseMicrocrystalline Cellulose is a fine, white powder made from plant cellulose. It mainly…
  5. 5Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  6. 6Sodium Laureth SulfateSodium laureth sulfate is a cleansing agent, called a surfactant, that lifts oil and…Sulfates
  7. 7Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  8. 8Maris SalMaris Sal is the INCI name for sea salt, the mineral salt left behind when seawater…
  9. 9NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
  10. 10Lactic AcidLactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid, a mild acid that loosens dead skin cells and…
  11. 11Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  12. 12CelluloseCellulose is the main structural fiber in plant cell walls. In skincare and makeup, it…
  13. 13MannitolMannitol is a sugar alcohol, a sweet-tasting carbohydrate that attracts and holds…
  14. 14Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  15. 15ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  16. 16CI 77289

Source: Nivea product page, www.nivea.co.uk/products/derma-skin-clear-anti-blemish-scrub-400590097, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#15)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium Laureth Sulfate (#6)
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 Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub fragrance-free?

No. Nivea Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub contains Parfum (ingredient 15 of 16).

Does Nivea Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Nivea Derma Skin Clear Anti-Blemish Scrub good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, body acne and fungal acne (malassezia): it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Glycerin, Salicylic acid (BHA) and Lactic acid (AHA).

Similar cleansers

Affiliate