Product overview
Key Ingredients
- Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate: a stable Vitamin C derivative included for its brightening and antioxidant-supportive reputation
- Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract: a conventional, widely-used brightening and soothing botanical extract
- Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane: these are real chemical UV-filter ingredients, meaning this body lotion includes some UV protection. However, MedEasy could not find a specific SPF number stated or verified for this product on any source checked, so no SPF value is claimed here
- Citrus fruit extracts (Lemon, Orange, Acerola, Camu Camu) and other fruit extracts (Watermelon, Peach): included as part of the "superfoods" Vitamin C-adjacent marketing positioning
- Full confirmed INCI list: Aqua, Glycerin, Isopropyl Palmitate, Alcohol Denat., Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Distarch Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Methylparaben, Carbomer, Trisodium EDTA, Ethylparaben, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Sodium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Propylene Glycol, Creatine, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Maltodextrin, Sodium Chloride, Citrus Limon Juice, BHT, Citric Acid, Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Malpighia Glabra (Acerola) Fruit Juice, Prunus Persica (Peach) Juice, Trideceth-9, Sodium Benzoate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Citrus Sinensis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Myrciaria Dubia (Camu Camu) Fruit Juice, Potassium Sorbate, Ascorbic Acid, Bisabolol, Parfum
Key Features
- Manufactured under the Nivea brand, owned by Beiersdorf AG (Germany); one Bangladesh retailer lists the country of manufacture as Thailand
- Marketed with a "vitamin C from superfoods" positioning, combining a Vitamin C derivative with multiple fruit extracts
- Contains parabens (Methylparaben, Ethylparaben) and BHT -- included here as a factual ingredient note, not a safety violation, as these remain permitted cosmetic ingredients
Benefits
- Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate and Licorice Root Extract support a brighter, more even-looking skin tone with regular use
- Contains real UV-filter ingredients, though MedEasy could not verify a specific SPF rating for this product -- it should not be relied upon as a substitute for a dedicated, SPF-labeled sunscreen
- Glycerin and Dimethicone support daily hydration and a smooth skin feel
Who Can Use This Product
- Adults looking for a daily brightening and moisturizing body lotion
- Those with known sensitivities to fragrance or parabens should review the full ingredient list before use
- Those with known sensitivities to any listed ingredient should patch-test before regular use
How to Use
- Apply evenly to clean, dry skin daily
- Massage until absorbed
- Because a specific SPF rating could not be verified, use a dedicated sunscreen product for reliable sun protection rather than relying on this lotion alone
Storage & Safety
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
- Keep out of reach of children
- For external use only
- Perform a patch test before first use if you have known sensitivities
- Discontinue use and consult a doctor or dermatologist if irritation, redness, or an allergic reaction develops
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: What SPF protection does this product offer?
A: This lotion contains real UV-filter ingredients, but MedEasy could not find a specific SPF number stated or verified for this product from any source checked. It should not be relied upon as a substitute for a dedicated SPF-labeled sunscreen.
Q: Who manufactures this product?
A: Nivea, a brand owned by Beiersdorf AG (Germany). One Bangladesh retailer lists the country of manufacture as Thailand.
Q: Does this contain Hydroquinone or Glutathione for skin whitening?
A: No. The brightening actives confirmed in this formula are a Vitamin C derivative (Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate) and Licorice Root Extract, which are conventional, widely-accepted brightening ingredients, not Hydroquinone or Glutathione.
Q: Does this product contain parabens?
A: Yes, the confirmed ingredient list includes Methylparaben and Ethylparaben.
Q: Can this be used daily?
A: Yes, it is marketed for daily use as part of a regular body care routine.
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