Pharmaceutical Specialties Vanicream Cleansing Bar 3.9 oz (Pack of 5)

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

Excellent product. Really helped the psoriasis

the only soap clean enough for my husband’s severe eczema and multiple chemical allergies!! he has used for years. unscented, foams well, and he always smells fresh after a shower. he even uses it on his hair (but it does dry out hair over time so he uses a deep conditioner on the ends to moisturize. 1 bar lasts FOREVER.

Due to having sensitive skin, Vanicream cleansing bar has provided positive results to my skin! My skin now feels cleans, soft, and most importantly, clear and no discomfort in flare ups and dryness.

Excellent cleansing bar. My skin is very sensitive and the cleansing bar is perfect for my skin.

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 the soap that was recommended by a Dermatologist for my husbands rash. It works wonders and He will continue to use it. He also has purchased the shampoo that is part of the Vanicream brand.

Great product that outlasts the body wash 5 to 1.

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.

Ottimo prodotto, lascia la pelle delicata e soffice

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..