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Using Nivea Soft as my night moisturiser?!

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MoggyMittens23 · 15/05/2023 18:06

I usually use Elemis but times are tough at the moment so needed something cheap. I have just put it on my face and it was a bit thicker and tackier somehow than I am used to. Have I just made a big mistake? I have acne prone skin!

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MoggyMittens23 · 16/05/2023 13:14

RedFloweringGum · 16/05/2023 12:52

Really! In touch times you'd suggest someone pays off a luxury cream in installments!

OP don't do that. Just because Nivea soft doesn't suit. There are lots and lots of less expensive night creams which will do the job just as well as Elemis.

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Don't worry I wouldn't!

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MrsPelligrinoPetrichor · 16/05/2023 12:55

Nivea soft is lovely stuff but sadly brings me out in tiny bumps after about a week, shame as it makes my skin lovely before that happens. I use CeraVe now.

RedFloweringGum · 16/05/2023 12:52

Whatabouteverything · 15/05/2023 18:09

I recommend sticking with elemis but use something like clearpay/klarna to spread the cost (I buy from Look Fantastic)

I also recommend liz earle moisturiser. Cheaper than elemis but without that tacky cheap clogging feeling on your skin.

Really! In touch times you'd suggest someone pays off a luxury cream in installments!

OP don't do that. Just because Nivea soft doesn't suit. There are lots and lots of less expensive night creams which will do the job just as well as Elemis.

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MoggyMittens23 · 16/05/2023 12:48

Yes, always use a separate spf!!

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greennotepad · 16/05/2023 11:44

For those asking about SPF- please use a separate one! You need more than you think to get adequate coverage, more than you'd use of a foundation or even a moisturiser unless you're slathering it on.

A good quality factor 50 face SPF on top of your moisturiser is what you need- and don't forget your neck either.

LadyGrey1013 · 16/05/2023 11:16

I'm a big fan of the Cetaphil Night Cream! Lovely and moisturising without being too heavy and has never caused my sensitive skin to break out. It's about £6.50ish on Amazon so a bit pricey but cheaper than Elemis :)

DaisyDreaming · 16/05/2023 11:08

There’s a nivea one with a spf now for a day cream too

DaisyDreaming · 16/05/2023 11:04

I use Nivea soft. I’m not an expert on moisturisers but I like how it feels and I like the smell. I had a more expensive moisturiser and every time I used it I ended up with breakouts.

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MoggyMittens23 · 16/05/2023 11:01

I've got some old no7 creams which I palmed off on DH when I switched to Elemis, so going to steal them back until I find a cheaper alternative or the cash flow situation improves

(btw, I agree and would never use credit just for this sort of thing. if I haven't got the money for it, I am not having it!)

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pokabubble · 16/05/2023 10:56

You need something less heavy

AngryBirdsNoMore · 16/05/2023 10:50

Overitx · 16/05/2023 06:04

I have religiously used the blue tub nivea since my teens morning and night. The feature I am most complimented on is my skin. Even a make up artist said my skin was amazing and like “glass skin”. I absolutely love it although understand it’s not for everyone.

what other skincare products do you use please?

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MoggyMittens23 · 16/05/2023 09:52

So... it did make my skin nice and soft but I have a couple of spots this morning! So, won't use that on my face again. But reason we tried this one first is we can easily use the cream up on our bodies and the kids, so it won't go to waste. Will look into some of the other recommendations!

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Blossomandbee · 16/05/2023 09:23

Try the tubes of Nivea moisturiser if you find the Nivea Soft too heavy for your skin. They do them for different skin types and they have spf.
I can't use the blue tub Nivea as it breaks me out in spots.

Whatabouteverything · 16/05/2023 09:16

pokabubble · 15/05/2023 19:32

And what if you lose your job in month 2 and are then left with £20 worth of cream to pay off

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Then you've got savings? Everyone has savings to back up if they lose their job right? As I said, people need to use facilities such as klarna etc responsibly, just telling someone not to use anything like that at all is silly and narrow minded. Did you save up for a house or use a mortgage? A car?

RHOShitVille · 16/05/2023 08:40

I have really sensitive skin and lots of things just make it sting and go red. I use aveeno and Nivea soft (and occasionally slather on the creme at night as a sort of mask which seems in overnight).

I mix the dermalogica 50 spf booster to get the SPF factor.

Odile13 · 16/05/2023 07:19

I have used Nivea Soft as my only moisturiser for about 20 years - I love it! Works for me.

scrivette · 16/05/2023 07:04

My mum and I both use Nivea Soft and really like it.

pokabubble · 16/05/2023 06:58

You're better off looking at cerave or cetaphil, something in the "specialist skincare" bit at boots. They come in large packages and are designed for specific skin needs. A little more pricey than niven but cheaper than elemis.

Dobby123456 · 16/05/2023 06:30

It works fine for me.

PerryMenno · 16/05/2023 06:15

There's something harsh in Nivea Soft, I can feel the sting if for example I've just dermaplaned or used depilatory cream. And my skin is not normally sensitive. The blue Nivea is much more soothing as a night cream.

Overitx · 16/05/2023 06:04

I have religiously used the blue tub nivea since my teens morning and night. The feature I am most complimented on is my skin. Even a make up artist said my skin was amazing and like “glass skin”. I absolutely love it although understand it’s not for everyone.

GreenIsle · 16/05/2023 06:03

Can I ask those whose use Nivea soft at night, what's on you use during the day under makeup and any ones with spf that's not expensive.

Coffeetree · 16/05/2023 05:51

ArcticBells · 15/05/2023 20:48

I've used Nivea Soft as a night and day cream for years and love it

Same! I really rate it. It's good for face and body too so really convenient.

At the moment I'm using Skin and Me tretinoin at night and then Nivea Soft plus vaseline during the day. Plus SPF.

OP you don't look greasy, you look dewy.

mydoghasanattitude · 16/05/2023 05:36

I use CeraVe after a dermatologist specifically recommended it for use on my face. It hasn't caused me any breakouts in the several years I've used it, and it goes a long way.

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