Vanicream skincare
Vanicream is an American skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by Pharmaceutical Specialties, Inc..
Vanicream is loved for its sunscreens, cleansers, moisturizers, and serums, as well as its gentle formulas. Its products suit sensitive skin and dry skin best due to their soothing nature. For particular concerns, the standout products are the Facial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 for acne-prone skin, the Vitamin C Serum for skin with dark spots, and the Daily Facial Moisturizer for mature skin. The brand relies on thoughtful formulations to care for the complexion.
This page covers some of the most popular Vanicream products; for the whole Vanicream range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 10.7k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise Vanicream for its gentle and non-irritating formulas, lightweight and non-greasy textures, and effective hydration for sensitive and acne-prone skin. The most common complaints are a heavy or greasy texture and insufficient moisture for very dry skin.
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Questions and answers
Is Vanicream good for oily skin?
Vanicream products on this page are generally suitable for oily skin, with Lovi rating the Daily Facial Moisturizer and the Facial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 as High and Average fits, respectively. The brand's focused routine for oily skin also achieves a High fit level.
Is Vanicream worth it?
Vanicream products on this page are worth considering for sensitive and dry skin since the brand avoids fragrances entirely. Lovi rates the brand-focused routines High for dry skin.
What are Vanicream's best products?
Vanicream's best products are the Daily Facial Moisturizer and the Facial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30, both of which Lovi rates Superior for dry, dry sensitive, sensitive, and mature skin. The Vitamin C Serum is also a top choice, rated High across nearly all skin types including mature, dark spots, dry, and sensitive skin.
Which Vanicream moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The Vanicream moisturizer for dry skin on this page is Moisturizing Skin Cream, for which Lovi rates Average fit. Glycerin may help keep dry skin hydrated.
Does Vanicream cause breakouts?
Vanicream is unlikely to cause breakouts because the Vanicream products on this page are formulated without fragrances that can clog pores or irritate skin. Lovi rates acne-prone skin fit as High for the Daily Facial Moisturizer, Vitamin C Serum, and Facial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30.
Is Vanicream fragrance-free?
Yes, every one of the Vanicream products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.
What are the key ingredients in Vanicream products?
Vanicream products include key ingredients like ceramides, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and vitamin C that help hydrate the skin, support its barrier, and brighten its tone. Lovi rates the Vanicream products on this page as free of fragrance.
How do I build a Vanicream skincare routine?
To build a Vanicream skincare routine for dry skin in the morning, start with the Gentle Facial Cleanser, follow with the Calming Deep Moisture Toner, apply the Moisturizing Lotion, and finish with a sunscreen like the Safe Sunscreen SPF 50+. For the evening, use the Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream as a pre-cleanser, wash with the Gentle Facial Cleanser, apply the Vitamin C Serum, and finish with the Moisturizing Lotion. Once a week, you can add the Vita Essential Mask to your evening routine after cleansing.
Where can I buy Vanicream, and how much does it cost?
Vanicream products can be bought in stores across Italy. Prices on the page range from €21.52 to €34.32.
What are good alternatives to Vanicream?
CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica are good alternatives to Vanicream since they have dedicated product pages on Lovi.
Vanicream vs CeraVe: which is better?
CeraVe rates higher than Vanicream for oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, while both brands rate High for dry skin. The Vanicream products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Who owns Vanicream, and where is it from?
Vanicream is an American brand founded in 1980, owned by Pharmaceutical Specialties, Inc..
Is Vanicream cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Vanicream as cruelty-free.
Is Vanicream good for dry skin?
Yes, Vanicream fits dry skin well, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for dry skin. The Vanicream products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, and the Daily Facial Moisturizer and the Facial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 both rate Superior for dry skin.
Which Vanicream cleanser is best for oily skin?
Gentle Facial Cleanser is the best for oily skin, where Lovi rates it Average. The Vanicream products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is Vanicream good for sensitive skin?
Yes, Vanicream is a great match for sensitive skin because the brand-focused routines fit sensitive skin at a High level and Lovi rates sensitive skin as Superior for the Daily Facial Moisturizer, Gentle Facial Cleanser, and Facial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30. Furthermore, every one of the Vanicream products on this page is free of fragrance.
Which Vanicream sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?
The Daily Facial Moisturizer is the best choice, as Lovi rates it Superior for sensitive skin, followed by the Facial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 which also rates Superior.
Is Vanicream good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, Vanicream fits acne-prone skin well, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for this skin type. The Daily Facial Moisturizer and Vitamin C Serum both rate High for acne-prone skin on the page.
Is Vanicream good for skin with dark spots?
Yes, Vanicream is well-suited for skin with dark spots because Lovi rates the Vitamin C Serum, Daily Facial Moisturizer, and Facial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 as High for skin with dark spots. Vitamin C helps brighten uneven tone.
Is Vanicream good for mature skin?
Vanicream is a good option for mature skin, as Lovi rates the Daily Facial Moisturizer and the Facial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 as Superior for this skin type. The Vitamin C Serum also helps brighten the skin and is rated High for mature skin.
Research behind Vanicream's key ingredients
Behind these ratings
Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
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Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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