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Nivea Men Active Clean Shower Gel

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Nivea Men

Active Clean Shower Gel

body wash · 250 ml · Men's grooming

Nivea Men Active Clean Shower Gel is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, silicones and MI / MCI, going by its full 26-ingredient list, with glycerin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum), labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool, Limonene) and sulfates (Laureth Sulfate).

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

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

Key ingredients in Active Clean Shower Gel

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

Full ingredient list, decoded

26 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
  3. 3Laureth SulfateSulfates
  4. 4Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  5. 5Acrylates CopolymerA film-forming polymer made from linked acrylic building blocks. Its main job is to…
  6. 6PEG-7 Glyceryl CocoatePEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate is a mild, coconut-based cleansing agent made from coconut oil…
  7. 7GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  8. 8Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
  9. 9PEG-3 Distearate
  10. 10PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
  11. 11PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a water-soluble emulsifier made from castor oil. Its…
  12. 12Trisodium EDTATrisodium EDTA is a sodium salt of EDTA, a chelating agent that binds metal ions in…
  13. 13Citrict Acid
  14. 14PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  15. 15MythylparabenParabens
  16. 16EthylparabenEthylparaben is a preservative from the paraben family. It is used in small amounts to…Parabens
  17. 17Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
  18. 18LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  19. 19LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  20. 20CoumarinCoumarin is a naturally occurring aromatic compound with a sweet, hay-like scent, used…Labelled fragrance allergens
  21. 21Butylphenyl MethylpropionalA synthetic fragrance ingredient that gives products a fresh, floral scent, close to…Labelled fragrance allergens
  22. 22CitralCitral is a lemon-scented compound found in lemongrass and other citrus oils, used…Labelled fragrance allergens
  23. 23GeraniolGeraniol is a fragrance molecule found naturally in plants like roses and geraniums. It…Labelled fragrance allergens
  24. 24CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens
  25. 25ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  26. 26CI 77266

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/4005900122063, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsParfum (#25)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#18), Limonene (#19), Coumarin (#20), Butylphenyl Methylpropional (#21), Citral (#22), Geraniol (#23), Citronellol (#24)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsLaureth Sulfate (#3)
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensContainsMythylparaben (#15), Ethylparaben (#16)
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Nivea Men Active Clean Shower Gel fragrance-free?

No. Nivea Men Active Clean Shower Gel contains Parfum (ingredient 25 of 26).

Does Nivea Men Active Clean Shower Gel contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: yes (Laureth Sulfate). Parabens: yes (Mythylparaben, Ethylparaben).

What is Nivea Men Active Clean Shower Gel good for?

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

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