Vanicream Cleansing Bar, for Sensitive Skin, Fragrance Free, 3.9 oz (110 g)

I got this bar after an itching spell had lasted too long... I still do not know what sets my skin off, but every so often I go a good couple of weeks just being itchy - everywhere! I have changed my laundry soap, and gone to gentler cleansers and been careful around cleaning products, but I have not ever figured out exactly what it is that sets my skin into what I guess is a type of flair-up. There is not any particular redness or rash, with the exception of where I have scratched and the only thing that seems to cause an immediate reaction during one these episodes is direct sun light... it makes me feel a little like my skin is on fire and then I will get a small rash that only last a short time. I have gone through this now a few times and have finally figured out a routine that seems to stop the flair-up... I use three different products - Glyderm gentle cleanser (a face cleanser with glycolic acid meant for sensitive skin) - I use it full body and let it sit about 5 minutes to exfoliate the top layer of my skin in case the itching is being caused by an irritant that has been deposited on my skin. I then use the an anti-fungal soap called PediFix FungaSoap Liquid - it has a strong smell that might turn some off, but I use it in case I am having a mild yeast or bacterial type of reaction in my skin. I let it sit a few minutes and then rinse. I do not use antibacterial soap on a regular basis, because I have an awful time with yeast infections if I do, so my normal cleansers would not necessarily catch a bacterial skin issue. And then last, I use the Vanicream soap. It is gentle and it is able to rid my body of the scents of the stronger cleansers... it also leaves my skin feeling clean, but neither tight or slippery. It is a mild soap meant for gentle skin, but I think it has a mild scent - it does not smell perfumy at all, though. I might repeat the above process a couple of times, but then I continue my daily showers with the Vanicream. Of the cleansers meant for sensitive skin, it is the one that I prefer in terms of scent and how my skin feels afterward. Oh, and I also use a high quality calendula oil, cream or lotion after bath or before towel drying to moisturize and calm my skin. The oil alone will help the itching stop temporarily; but whatever is causing the itching does not go away until I go through the whole routine two or three times. I still have no clue what sets my skin off, but I have a pretty decent arsenal of "go-to" stuff to quickly start dealing with the situation. And in between, I use this soap and maybe the oil to keep my skin calm. The first couple of times it happened, my routine would also include a soak in RID, in case the itching was being caused by some unseen parasite, but it did absolutely nothing to stop the itching and I surmised that my itching is not due to any type of body lice or pest. Mind you, I never saw symptoms of such, but by the time you itch that long for no apparent reason; you really are ready to try anything to just make it stop. Glyderm Gentle Cleanser http://www.amazon.com/Gly-Derm-GlyDerm-Gentle-Cleanser/dp/B0041EATDO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1299267590&sr=8-3 PediFix FungaSoapLiquid with Tea Tree oil, 6 oz http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002DUTHY

I had been buying the Vanicream in the plastic bottle, and want to get away from plastics so I switched to the bar form. It works just as well on my sensitive skin as the liquid form.

This is an excellent product for individuals with allergies. Vanicream products were developed in collaboration with dermatologists at the Mayo Clinic, with the brand started by pharmacists who worked there. The cleansing bar is an example of their outstanding product development.

Its good! leaves your skin feeling smooth and soft, no scent for no break-outs

I have always had sensitive skin, but it was way exacerbated by pregnancy. My armpits were in disarray, so itchy and blotchy and I felt there was no relief. After just a few washes with Vanicream soap, I was already improved. After a few months my skin is rejuvenated and moisturized.

I have been looking for men's sensitive skin products, basically for the face but also the body in general. When I asked my skin doctor what he'd recommend for nighttime he suggested Vaniclean liquid gentle facial cleanser. It does seem a little more effective than Cetaphil, and it doesn't have any alcohol or fragrance. Since it worked pretty well I got the Vaniclean facial bar soap too, which I use on face and upper body in the morning with my shower. That's also very good, doesn't sting, and doesn't irritate the skin damage from liquid nitrogen he uses to burn off moles and pre-cancerous spots. I'm staying with Nivea men's sensitive skin liquid soap for the rest of the shower, though, I like it, but now trying the Vanicream Shampoo on hair and beard. I wouldn't give the Vanicream products a five rating because they seem "therapeutic" and basic, (no fun) but actually, that's what I need for my skin problems.

This is wonderful soap for people like me, who have very sensitive, allergic prone skin. I love it.

The best chemical free soap. Sold at Mayo Clinic pharmacies. Skin feels so clean but not all dried out or greasy. Other Vanicream items also amazing--my hair never felt or looked as clean and full as after using Vanicream products--shampoo, cream rinse, gel, hairspray. After shampoo and cream rinse, I rinse with cold water and keep a gallon of distilled water in shower. Turn off shower & Pour @ 1-2 cups distilled water in a plastic stadium cup and slowly rinse thru hair. Amazing improvement--my thin fine hair looks fuller and shinier than ever.

Its a great product for very sensitive skin

Does the job without irritation, good for second step cleanse. I don't wear much make-up so can't comment on that.

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I have to say , i don’t as a rule rate things i get off Amazon only the really incredible , so i’ll give a write up today this soap is incredible , i saw it mentioned by someone on a facebook page about Lichen Slerosis , and thought i’ll give that a go if i can find it , it’s lovely and leaves the skin all over feeling wonderful and i’ve tried lots of soaps even olive oils ones but this beats the lot

Fragrance free and genuinely moisturizing bar..