What the community says
Pros
- Fragrance-free, minimal-ingredient formula praised by sensitive skin Redditors
- Effective thick cream for severely dry or compromised skin and barrier repair
- Trusted moisturizer to soothe skin post-tretinoin with good occlusive properties
Cons
- Heavy occlusive texture often feels greasy or too thick for daytime use
- Can clog pores, trigger closed comedones, and worsen acne for some users
- Some report irritation or rosacea flare-ups, possibly due to lanolin or heaviness
Product details
Key Ingredients
Use caution
Commonly Used With
Where to buy
Available on Amazon
From the threads
Source threads
r/SkincareAddictionIn routine
11.2k pts · 480 comments
“doxy, 50+ SPF sunscreen, Vanicream, 5 laser treatment and epiduo nightly.”
“I switched my lotion to vanicream which you can get at CVS or Walgreens for $16 and the jar lasts a very long time (3-4 months).”
“Both combos definitely help stop getting new dark spots”
r/30PlusSkinCareMentioned
6.7k pts · 588 comments
“Vanicream!”
“Well it’s a good thing I use ELF and Cetaphil. One of the few times being cheap works out.”
r/30PlusSkinCareIn routine
3.9k pts · 156 comments
“I use my tiny bit of serum topped with a layer of vanicream light topped with a thin layer of vanicream cream.”
“It works better than slugging ever did, and it's actually comfortable.”
“I have SERIOUS sensory problems.”
r/SkincareAddictionMentioned
3.8k pts · 256 comments
“Vanicream Moisturizing Cream also works great!”
“I’ve seen a lot of people post here about it being a MLM company”
“I’ve had a red, flakey, itchy eczema spot above my eyelid”
r/AsianBeautyIn routine
3.1k pts · 129 comments
“Vanicream tub moisturizer or Evermere gel cream”
“Night is the same minus the serums and w differin and Clinique Take The Day off balm”