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Nivea Express Hydration Body Lotion

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Nivea

Express Hydration Body Lotion

body lotion · 400 ml · Body

Nivea Express Hydration Body Lotion is free of essential oils, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 17-ingredient list, with glycerin and dimethicone. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum), labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool, Limonene) and drying alcohol (Alcohol Denat).

  • Contains fragrance
  • No essential oils
  • Contains labelled fragrance allergens
  • Contains drying alcohol
  • Contains sulfates
  • Contains silicones
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI
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Key ingredients in Express Hydration Body Lotion

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Dimethicone

    A skin protectant that forms a breathable barrier.

Full ingredient list, decoded

17 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. 3Isopropyl PalmitateIsopropyl Palmitate is a light, clear oil made from palmitic acid and isopropyl…
  4. 4Alcohol DenatAlcohol, usually ethanol, is a light liquid that dissolves oils and fragrance and dries…Drying alcohol
  5. 5Glyceryl Stearate SEA blend of glyceryl stearate and a little soap that helps oil and water mix. Its main…
  6. 6Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  7. 7Maris SalMaris Sal is the INCI name for sea salt, the mineral salt left behind when seawater…
  8. 8DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  9. 9CarbomerA synthetic polymer made from acrylic acid that thickens water-based products and keeps…
  10. 10Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  11. 11Sodium Cetearyl SulfateA salt made from cetearyl alcohol, a blend of fatty alcohols, that helps water and oil…Sulfates
  12. 12PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  13. 13LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  14. 14LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  15. 15Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Alcohol is a clear, mild liquid that works as a preservative. It helps stop…Labelled fragrance allergens
  16. 16CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens
  17. 17ParfumAroma 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/4005900444554, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#17)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#13), Limonene (#14), Benzyl Alcohol (#15), Citronellol (#16)
Drying alcoholContainsAlcohol Denat (#4)
SulfatesContainsSodium Cetearyl Sulfate (#11)
SiliconesContainsDimethicone (#8)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Nivea Express Hydration Body Lotion fragrance-free?

No. Nivea Express Hydration Body Lotion contains Parfum (ingredient 17 of 17).

Does Nivea Express Hydration Body Lotion contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

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

What is Nivea Express Hydration Body Lotion good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy and pregnancy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Glycerin and Dimethicone.

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