Moisturizing Lotion — Reddit Reviews
by Vanicream
Updated September 3, 2026
Petrolatum-infused lotion soothes sensitive, dry skin but can clog pores.
What the community says
This petrolatum-containing lotion is favored for sensitive and dry skin needing moisture. It calms irritation and reduces tretinoin dryness but some users report pore clogging and breakouts. Not ideal for oily or acne-prone skin due to heaviness.
What this means for you
What people love
- Lightweight, petrolatum-rich formula hydrates without greasiness
- Recommended for sensitive and tretinoin-using skin types
- Non-fragranced and minimal ingredients reduce irritation risk
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Real Reddit threads — 209 mentions across 28 threads
Vanicream Moisturizing Lotion on Reddit, in one place — 28 threads from r/30PlusSkinCare, r/tretinoin and 4 more, summarized.
“I use my tiny bit of serum topped with a layer of vanicream light”
Positive
“It works better than slugging ever did, and it's actually comfortable.”
Positive
“topped with a layer of vanicream light topped with a thin layer of vanicream cream”
Positive
“* Vanicream Lite Lotion”
Positive
“The lite lotion, on the other hand, is almost watery, very easy to spread, and absorbs instantly.”
Positive
“I have samples I'm trying of the lite lotion”
Positive
“In the hotter months, I do like the moisturizing lotion because it’s lighter!”
Positive
“probably a silly thing to point out, but be sure it says 'Vanicream moisturizing cream' and not 'Vanicream moisturizing lotion'”
Positive
“I’ve purchased vanicream a few times and it’s watery and I’m so confused!”
Positive
“May switch back to vanicream”
Mentioned
“I also tried Vanicream Enhanced Moisturizer and experienced the same thing.”
Mentioned
“No issues with the Equate moisturizer though!”
Mentioned
“I buffer with Vanicream Lite lotion before and after, which really helps to reduce friction.”
Positive
“The lotion was a bit too greasy for me. I like the lotion for my body though.”
Positive
“I used the moisturizing lotion on my body since it’s unscented and non-sticky, which I really liked.”
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“I recently realized the regular lotion had some pore clogging ingredients. Quickly took that out of my routine and replaced it with the facial moisturizer.”
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