What the community says
Pros
- Lightweight option to thicker creams — good for warmer weather or layering
- Fragrance-free and free from common irritants, favored for sensitive and reactive skin
- Widely used in tretinoin routines to soothe and fortify the skin barrier
Product details
Use caution
Commonly Used With
Where to buy
Available on Amazon
From the threads
Source threads
r/30PlusSkinCareIn routine
1.7k pts · 212 comments
“In the hotter months, I do like the moisturizing lotion because it’s lighter!”
“Happy to read this! I feel like the cream is too heavy for me in the summer so going to try this one!”
“There’s a lighter one in a tube and this one”
r/tretinoinMentioned
730 pts · 170 comments
“I use the vanicream in the tub. Super thick and although good, I feel like my skin could use a little extra something for moisturizing.”
“I’m assuming this one will be more moisturizing than the vanicream?”
“The Skin1004 cream is a great day-cream and has a bunch of ceramides. But yeah, it’s not enough for a retinoid on its own.”
r/RosaceaPositive impact
351 pts · 52 comments
“Apply 2-4 layers of Vanicream Moisturizing Lotion”
“Vanicream Moisturizing Lotion is perfect.”
“The Moisturizing Lotion was a perfect middle ground and ended up healing me.”
r/scacjdiscussionIn routine
291 pts · 80 comments
“Then again, I always use it on top of wet skin and lotion (Vanicream lite) to really seal the moisture in.”
“My derm recommended Vanicream and it’s been a dream for me personally.”
“To each their own’”
r/SkincareAddictionIn routine
273 pts · 22 comments
“Vanicream Moisturizing Cream/Lotion (swaps based on season and climate)”
“AM: Vanicream Moisturizing Cream/Lotion (swaps based on season and climate)”
“swaps based on season and climate”