UV Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA++++
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Nivea UV Super Water Gel SPF 50 PA++++ has a watery, lightweight texture that feels like nothing on the skin, with no white cast or greasy residue, and works well under makeup. Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Aleksandra Brown notes it's not waterproof, making it best for everyday nonsweaty wear, while Dr. Jenny Liu adds it's fragrance-free and suitable for sensitive skin. A few creators mention it may not be hydrating enough for dry skin, but it's ideal for oily and combination skin types.
Full Reviews
Positive
- “In terms of the texture this is going to be the lightest texture of all of the Nivea UV sunscreens it feels like water it's so crazy”2:39–2:49
- “It says that it's mineral oil free fragrance free and it's also colorant free”2:49–2:54
- “I don't feel like it leaves my skin very hydrated throughout the day”3:16–3:20
- “Because of the super nice light texture I feel like it really plays well under makeup”3:30–3:39
- “I personally haven't had any issues with pilling either on its own or under makeup”3:39–3:44
- “It comes in a really large bottle it comes with I think it's 140 grams for the bottle and it comes with a pump so it's really easy to pump out”3:44–3:50
- “One pump of the Nivea it comes out to around that amount I think it's like either 0.77 or 0.78 around there so it's like absolutely perfect”4:26–4:35
- “I absolutely love this sunscreen”4:49–4:50
- Source: I tried 6 Japanese sunscreens - which one is worth your money? - Nov 30, 2025
- “I absolutely love this sunscreen it's so good”5:44–5:47
- “This one does have the highest Japanese waterproof rating”6:17–6:26
- “This one is also mineral oil and colorant free but this one does have a fragrance”7:44–7:54
- “In terms of the texture this is an absolutely lovely texture it's watery but it has a little bit of body”8:39–8:51
- “If you have dry skin like myself whoa this is great”9:10–9:13
- “It goes on well under makeup I didn't experience any pilling while I was using it”9:15–9:19
- Source: I tried 6 Japanese sunscreens - which one is worth your money? - Nov 30, 2025
- “This Japanese sunscreen feels really like a hydrating toner more than a sunscreen”2:28–2:36
- “It's watery. It sinks in like instantly. There's no residue. There's no white cast whatsoever”2:33–2:40
- “It can double as a base for makeup if you wear makeup. There's no greasy feel whatsoever”2:38–2:44
- “It comes in a really nice convenient pump that I have actually traveled with because it has a pump cover, so it doesn't leak when you're traveling”2:53–2:58
- “The only thing with this one is it's really not waterproof, which I don't think is a big deal at all”3:00–3:05
- “It's really good for your everyday face, neck, chest, nonsweaty wear, really anything under makeup, anything like that”3:05–3:10
- “I love this. It applies so nice”3:12–3:15
- “I think this is best for those who want the no sunscreen sunscreen feel”3:18–3:24
- Source: Dermatologist reviews best Korean and Japanese sunscreens - Jun 29, 2025
- “This is one of the first chemical sunscreens I've ever tried where like I actually love wearing it and that's not me like saying that. Like I actually love this sunscreen”42:22–42:27
- “It feels really nice and silky and watery on the skin and it doesn't leave any weird residue”42:37–42:41
- Source: Full Aussie Girl Glam Look & Sephora Sale Haul - May 3, 2026
- “This one is really good”28:13–28:16
- “It did have a slight fragrance, but didn't seem to irritate me at all”28:14–28:19
- “Loved it. Would repurchase”
- “That one is up there for me”
- Source: 50+ beauty empties: body care, skincare, haircare, fragrance, and makeup - Jun 27, 2026
- “It's one of my favorites to use”
- “It comes in a pump that's easy to dispense, you can use it on face and body”10:26–10:33
- “It's lightweight, non-greasy formula, feels like you have like water on your skin, absorbs really quickly and also can double as a makeup base”10:42–10:46
- “It could be suitable for sensitive skin because it is fragrance-free”10:52–10:56
- “It's kind of almost like the Japanese version of the Anthelios in my mind”11:01–11:06
- “It is also water resistant and has this elegant texture like I said that is hydrating but also nonsticky and fast absorbing and will not leave a white cast”11:06–11:14
- Source: Body sunscreens that don't feel gross: Derm's top picks - Jun 5, 2025
- “This one is a good value, too. I felt like the bottle was bigger than some of the other ones”9:44–9:50
- Source: Every beauty product I bought in Japan - Feb 14, 2026
- “Looks nice, I think. I don't know. We'll see”11:26–11:33
- Source: Every beauty product I bought in Japan - Feb 14, 2026
Mixed / Negative
No negative reviews yet — creators have only had good things to say.
What creators say
- Consensus
- 4.7 / 5 from 5 creator reviewsGrailPeople ratings based on creator reviews.
- Good for
- Oily skin (2)
- Features
- Fragrance-free (3) · No white cast (2) · Oil-free (1) · Lightweight (4) · Easy to use (2)
- ⚠ can feel drying (1)
- ⚠ has a noticeable fragrance (1)
Product details
Details
- Type
- sunscreen
- Finish
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- Shade
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- Key ingredients
- Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin E, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Alcohol Denat., Dimethicone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate
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