Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer ❤️ Better Than CeraVe?? | Skincare Research

[@joannam1284]

This product definitely changed my skin. It’s so much healthier now. Cerave never agreed with my skin for some reason. Vanicream has even more simple formulas and everything they make is great. Except for their hair conditioner, I really didn’t care for that. (Would recommend Honest Beauty’s fragrance free shampoo and conditioner for long hair!)

[@ZacMalone]

I really appreciate the ingredient breakdown, I’m a big fan of Vanicream but have yet to pick up this moisturizer. It’s on my list

[@brandonmilesmay]

Lemme know if you try it and how you like it!

[@ZacMalone]

@@brandonmilesmay will do

[@Dasming]

I love the vanicream facial moisturizer it’s so light and good!

[@brandonmilesmay]

@@Dasming me too! 😊

[@pattycarljackson]

Vanicream especially for someone like me has been life changing and I’ve tried other products which has better ingredients and use honey, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and i thought they would be better for my dry eczema prone skin that gets irritated by a lot of things but to this day i cant find a brand where every single product but one i can use and never get irritation and uses just basic ingredients. I wish i could use this product but I’m not sure if its the hyaluronic acid irritating my skin or the squalane because I’ve noticed squalane irritates my skin and someone hyaluronic acid can also. Awesome video.

[@catherinelam9381]

Thank you very much for explaining what these ingredients are. For me, I got no clue of what these chemicals are all about so with your detailed review, I realized that this cream is worth trying for

[@brandonmilesmay]

I'm so happy it was helpful! :)

[@MaryJane.007]

I like the Vanicream, I find Cerave irritates my eyes. Also like how “dewy” my face looks with Vanicream. I love Cerave for my body though.

[@brandonmilesmay]

Same here. The Vanicream is lighter but still very moisturizing. I'll be sticking to that from now on!

[@beckyh.1014]

Wow! Perfect timing! I was just looking at this today at the store today. For some reason the Cerave pm and Cerave cream has been burning. I really appreciate your in-depth explanation of the ingredients. Thanks!

[@brandonmilesmay]

Syncronicity! Please let me know if you try it and how you like it. Another good option for you, if you find that moisturizers burn, is the Cetaphil moisturizing cream. It's a very basic product with petrolatum and almond oil -- both very good ingredients that can soothe the skin.

[@beckyh.1014]

@@brandonmilesmay I sure will let you know! I think the reason my skin is angry with me right now is because of the Australian Gold sunscreen. It just didn't agree with me. Now I need a couple days of healing. Thanks for responding!

[@pedroc2462]

Well done as always Brandon!

[@brandonmilesmay]

@@pedroc2462 Thanks, Pedro!!

[@beckyh.1014]

@Sarah Poles It didn't sting my skin but it was so drying. It felt like a clay mask. I've learned when my skin is the least bit sensitive, the Cerave stings. I really like the Elta MD UV Physical and Cotz sensitive sunscreen. (Although the Cotz is almost a little too greasy for everyday in the office)

[@mostcreative3680]

Omg I love that I found your channel. I love evidence based skincare videos and I find your educational segments really interesting and refreshing.
I love the Vanicream facial moisturizer. My skin is quite dry so I use it more as a serum. I top it off usually with either my spf or my cerave ointment at night.
Right now I am using the new goldbond pure moisture lotion as a “serum” since it lacks adequate occlusive agents but its full of ceramides, HA, gluconalactone, niacinamide, and urea. If you ever try it Id love to hear your thoughts on it!

[@brandonmilesmay]

Wow, what a coincidence! Your comment is fairly similar to my new video that just published this morning (about using a moisturizer w/o occlusives but with other hydrating ingredients under an occlusive moisturizer). I haven't used Goldbond products, but I'll check this one out and let you know! :)

[@josiecozie]

Thank you so much for your videos!! You teach us so much and your skin is absolutely gorgeous and glowing! 😊✨ I really love Vanicream so much, it took me a while to find a moisturizer that didn’t irritate my skin and im so happy it has so many beneficial ingredients too! 😊Thanks again! 🙏🏻

[@brandonmilesmay]

You're very kind, thank you so much Josephine! The Vanicream facial moisturizer is a staple for me, I'm also very happy that I found it!

[@LoveABun]

That’s a tube, not a bottle.
I agree with your view on this product. Really like how it feels on my skin. Prefer it over CeraVe’s PM face lotion which I used before.

[@seansean681]

I have both and I prefer Vanicream over CeraVe .

[@brandonmilesmay]

Same here!

[@raddgreat01]

Why?

[@kylebolton8147]

I LOVE the Vanicream Daily Moisturizer!! I previously used CeraVe PM and the Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisturizer but they weren’t really meeting my needs. I have oily skin but use Trifarotene cream so I need extra moisture and this product has been GREAT!

[@brandonmilesmay]

It's fantastic, isn't it? I'm actually running low, gotta go get some more! Good to know this works with Trifarotene!

[@wydmatt7294]

what cleanser do you use before applying the vanicream moisturizer, im planning on getting it

[@ammhber]

Thank you for the review, I just purchased this moisturizer!

[@brandonmilesmay]

I hope you like it as much as I do!

[@Peaches-nb9kw]

Wow I love your energy!! You seem so kind. I hope you have an amazing Halloween ❤

[@brandonmilesmay]

Thank you! 😊 You as well! 🎃

[@sarahferguson0]

Great information. I haven't had great success with the CeraVe line. My skin had some sort of reaction. Definitely looking at this line.

[@brandonmilesmay]

The Vanicream line has virtually replaced the CeraVe products in my regimen. I love the facial moisturizer and the facial cleanser. Hope it works out for you!

[@250jo8]

Any reviews on vani cream now?? Wanna try it out..thnks

[@sarahferguson0]

@@250jo8 i have really been enjoying it. I'm in Texas and the heat is brutal right now and both the facial cleanser and the moisturizer are light weight and perfect right now. I'll probably switch to the VaniCream heavier moisturizer in winter but for now I'm really loving these products. 🙂

[@250jo8]

@@sarahferguson0 unfortunately me had to stop using all ceravu products...turns out am allergic to Niacinamide..gonna try vanicream

[@beans6478]

Lighting setup looks great btw

[@brandonmilesmay]

Thank you!

[@jonasfanatic2351]

i think the squalane in the Vanicream moisturizer broke me out 😫 so im back to my ol faithful cerave

[@brandonmilesmay]

Oh no! I guess there's a slight chance for irritation from any ingredient. I switch back and forth from CeraVe but haven't had an issue. I hope CeraVe stays working for you!

[@fmn128]

Hello I am suspecting that this is happening to me as well. I need a bit more time with it to be sure as I tend to breakout during this time of the month.
I tried using a Squalene for TO and t broke me out.
Thank you Brandon for bringing the Squalene ingredient to my attention.

[@SavoyPrimeable]

Love this video! Question for you: I’m a guy with oily, redness prone skin. What’s a good facial cleanser recommendation? Something that cleanses without being too overly stripping.

[@brandonmilesmay]

Thank you! One of my mainstay cleansers for me, who is also prone to redness, is the CeraVe hydrating facial cleanser. It has ceramides and hyaluronic acid in there that can help with rebuilding the skin's moisture barrier. Two other good ones that are completely free of irritating ingredients are the Vanicream and the Free & Clear liquid facial cleansers.

[@SavoyPrimeable]

@@brandonmilesmay Awesome recommendations. I appreciate them immensely. Do you think these super hydrating cleansers are effective for oily skin/removal of sunscreen? Fyi I don’t double cleanse :P haha.

[@brandonmilesmay]

@@SavoyPrimeable Good question! I can understand why you might not want to double cleanse since your skin is oily (but it is SO effective for getting off sunscreen!). The cleansers are OK but not the best for getting rid of sunscreen if you're not double cleansing, at least in my experience. The best bet is to use a non water resistant sunscreen. Have you tried the double cleanse?

[@SavoyPrimeable]

@@brandonmilesmay Yes, I have tried double cleansing in the past. I have a slight tendency to over wash my face (I only wash my face in the evening, but I do gentle circles for around 5 mins). I have found that oil cleansers tend to make my face red. I use the DRMTLGY broad spectrum Spf 45... I believe that is a non water resistant sunscreen.

[@alexahyde228]

Omg this video so helpful thank you so much I love your channel! 😊

[@brandonmilesmay]

You're so welcome! Glad it was helpful :)

[@Sara-ey8ph]

I would love to see a C'est Moi review for their gentle line if you can! Its an affordable option that's marketed as clean, derm tested and ewg certified. I would love to hear your breakdown of their ingredients and your opinion of it

[@brandonmilesmay]

Good idea! I haven’t tried these products yet; I’ll order today so I can review next week 😊

[@ShinySnorlax1234]

Nice review video! I’ve been looking a lote of videos about it and I’m going to risk it. I have oily acne prone sensitive skin. So wish me luck

[@brandonmilesmay]

Good luck! Please check in again and let me know how you're enjoying it

[@quinminty503]

Good review. Thank you. I just started using vani cream. Hope it would work best for me.

[@brandonmilesmay]

Thank you for watching! Hope it works for you, too.

[@Rahul-fe8lz]

did it work for you

[@Josh-fp2qn]

Have you tried the Aveeno Oat Gel Moisturizer? OMG it's amazing.

[@brandonmilesmay]

I haven't, but I'll give it a try!

[@LoveABun]

@@brandonmilesmayDid you ever try the Aveeno product? If so, what did you think? I’m tempted, but the Vanicream is just so good, hate to switch.

[@crystalnguyen2712]

Thanks alot I really need this and I also just bought their shampoo and now I'm happy and feel secure lol

[@brandonmilesmay]

Haha glad this helps! I also use their shampoo btw!

[@crystalnguyen2712]

I only have try their moisturizer haven't try the shampoo yet it just arrive today but I know for sure it be better than selsun lol

[@Ururowndoc]

Thank you for an informative video! Your new subscriber!

[@brandonmilesmay]

Yay! Welcome to my channel! Glad to have you here :)

[@CreepyRecordings]

vanicream wins.

[@fallguy6196]

Anyone else wake up with crazy greasy skin when you wake up after using this ? It's very very hydrating but leaves me so oily.

[@brandonmilesmay]

Interesting, I don’t think I’ve had that experience. Do you have that same thing happen with the CeraVe?

[@fallguy6196]

@@brandonmilesmay no the CeraVe lotion and the cream are way more mattyfying for me almost alittle drying at times. The vanicream is very hydrating but leaves me really oily. Maybe it's my skin. It's only on my forehead. I have to apply more to my cheeks in the morning. My t-zone is always a slip and slide lol some products make it worse.

[@RimShaFaiSaL-ch2bf]

I don't understand English language properly so anyone tell me which one is good for close comedones sensitive acne prone skin?? Vanicream daily moisturizing cream or CeraVe normal to dry moisturizing lotion??

[@brandonmilesmay]

Personally, I would choose the Vanicream daily moisturizing cream.

[@RimShaFaiSaL-ch2bf]

@@brandonmilesmay thanks alot 🥺.....any other moisturizer do you recommend??

[@cameronhubbard7729]

I normally use Vanicream moisturizing cream, I tried out the daily lotion by them and it burned as soon as I put it on unfortunately 😩. So I’m sticking with just the cream, Cerave always broke me out.

[@brandonmilesmay]

I've heard the same thing from other people. I've never had the same experience with CeraVe; here's hoping the Vanicream continues to work for you!

[@250jo8]

I noticed it's the Niacinamide in ceravu products that causes burning and irritating..had to discard it too

[@RimShaFaiSaL-ch2bf]

Vamicream daily moisturizing cream is good for close comedones sensitive extra dry dehydrated skin and use with tretinion and plump skin plz ans!!

[@SS-nk4yu]

Thanks for the review, I am using this moisturizer. I have a question regarding this moisturizer. There is no occlusive factor in this moisturizer, do we need to add on any other occlusive moisturizer on top of it after some time? Or this is good enough? I don’t use any serums or any other product in addition to this.

[@brandonmilesmay]

Thanks so much for your comment. No need to apply another moisturizer. This one does contain occlusive agents-squalane, hydrogenated lecithin, and to a certain extent phytosterols. These ingredients all help keep water in the skin and reduce transepidermal water loss.

[@SS-nk4yu]

@@brandonmilesmay Thank you for the reply !

[@writerforlifeify]

Hi! Lockdown is over! My silver needle white tea is here! 80 gram white bag from amazon.
I brewed it today. I really enjoy it; I find it less grassy & more earthy than green tea, & subtly sweet. Honey enhances it, of course. But I think I used too many of the needles as the flavor was quite pungent, almost earl-grey like in its boldness. My sister gave me a cute glass tea pot, holds about 2 cups' worth of tea & has that super-convenient cylindrical mesh thingie in the middle for loose tea. I pretty much filled it up with needles, hence the strong flavor.
So can you tell me how many of the needles you use per cup? Maybe a teaspoon or 2? And what do you think of the flavor relative to green tea?
(And I miss your LOA videos!)

[@brandonmilesmay]

Why hello! Glad to hear you were able to get the white tea! And so glad to hear you're enjoying it. Do you still like it? Honestly, I don't count the number of needles I use. I weigh them out on a scale. I think I use roughly 2 to 3 grams per 8 ounces of water. It also depends on your taste preferences; this can take a little experimentation on your part, if you're up for it!

[@writerforlifeify]

@@brandonmilesmay I'm drinking it again right now. 2nd brew. I used far fewer needles today & filled up my 2-cup teapot with water. Flavor is still strong, still earl-grey-ish-pungent. But honestly, I'm not sure I want to repurchase. There are too many readily available green-tea options that I also like & without so close a resemblance to earl grey tea. I much prefer Tetley's white tea-raspberry blend but it was discontinued long ago!
I'm now experimenting with a new-to-me dark roast coffee: Folger's Black Silk. It's good, bold yet smooth though I haven't tried Folger's Classic Roast so I don't have a basis of comparison. I know classic = medium roast but I'd still like to know how the taste compares to the dark option in this brand. If you tried both, then do let me know!

[@heatherlynn4652]

I used to binge on sugar and refined carbs. One day I noticed my face looking very haggard. I cut out sugar and excess carbs for an unrelated reason, and within a couple months I looked like myself again. And I still look better now at 38 than I did then at 32

[@brandonmilesmay]

Many people don't realize how powerful diet is when it comes to appearance, not to mention overall health!

[@mohamedyassier4361]

Hello, i have a bit irratation on my face. Which u recommend between vanicream mosturizinf cream or daily facial mosturizer ?. I hope u answer my question 😂

[@brandonmilesmay]

Definitely the Vanicream moisturizing cream. It's very gentle.

[@Jimiley2236]

I have been wanting to try this but i also am looking at the cerave daily facial am moisturizer with sunscreen. Could you do a video that explains the difference between the two so i can decide? They both look great bit the cerave has spf 30 in it....im torn! Lol thank you.

[@brandonmilesmay]

It's funny you say that, because I was thinking about getting the CeraVe moisturizer with sunscreen. I generally don't use chemical sunscreens, but I think it also contains zinc oxide, which I like. I'll go ahead and pick it up and do a comparison in a new video!

[@GabbiWeber-hd2lj]

Yes it is so good and my dad works There 😁

[@brandonmilesmay]

Neat!

[@HSisodia]

Hey Brandon ❤

[@brandonmilesmay]

Hey! 😊

[@gavinhebert1699]

Could I use the hyalournic acid serum by the “ordinary” to pair with this? Or is that too much hyalurnic acid in a routine

[@brandonmilesmay]

I HA serum prior to a moisturizer is more than fine! Especially if you have dry skin. But I would suggest applying the HA to a damp face and maybe even using a thicker moisturizer cream on top to seal it in. But either way you go, HA first and then moisturizer.

[@anarodriguez-gq5sx]

Hi there. Do I have to apply vanicream on wet skin or can I do it on dry skin? Because of the hyluronic acid

[@brandonmilesmay]

Yep, I apply it to wet or damp skin, just to enhance penetration of the ceramides and hyaluronic acid, as well as to take advantage of the moisture. But it glides on easily and can go on damp skin OK. You might want to occlude it with a thicker moisturizer or petrolatum.

[@beans6478]

I currently use the cerave, are you switching to the vanicream? I’m considering because of the extra ceramides

[@brandonmilesmay]

I use both, since I have both of them, but just like you, I prefer the Vanicream because of the extra ceramides. I'll likely switch over to Vanicream exclusively once I use up my CeraVe moisturizing cream.

[@AmandaAponteMusic]

Does anyone know if the facial cleanser is any good? I’m trying to find a good cleanser for dry skin

[@TheJohnsonsVlogzz]

yes that’s what I’ve been using

[@lindsay.rohrbaugh]

Would you say the Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer is pregnancy-safe?

[@brandonmilesmay]

That's a good question, but one I can't answer since I'm not your doctor. There doesn't appear to be any ingredients in the moisturizer that is contraindicated for women who are pregnant, but a derm might be able to speak to your specific case

[@lindsay.rohrbaugh]

@@brandonmilesmay I thought the same thing. I looked up the ingredients and they all seem to be okay during pregnancy, but I will definitely bring it up to my doctor when I see him next. Thank you!

[@shreyashreya2995]

Which moisturizer is good for summer?? I usually feel greasy during day time😪

[@brandonmilesmay]

I know what you mean! A good moisturizer that I like to use that dries down a good deal but still keeps your akin hydrated is the CeraVe cream moisturizer. It’s on the thicker side and seems to work well on hot and humid as well as dry environments. The Ordinary’s moisturizing factors + HA is also a good option. I hope this helps!

[@shreyashreya2995]

@@brandonmilesmay yeah! Thanks✨☺️

[@ginakearney4146]

How do you get the Vanicream to dry down without being tacky? I love this moisturizer, as I am someone who gets the face sting/burn with CeraVe moisturizers. Don't get that with this vanicream one. The only thing I'm having a problem with is the sticky qnd/or tacky feeling that it leaves.

[@brandonmilesmay]

I tend to use this only at night, so by the time I wake up, the tackiness is minimal or gone altogether. Then I just put a sunscreen on top. I wish there was a way around it! :/

[@PsiChotic]

Do you apply it on damp skin? If not, you should try that, might help.

[@ginakearney4146]

@@PsiChotic I have applied it to damp skin. Still get the tack once it dries down completely 🤷‍♀️

[@PsiChotic]

@@ginakearney4146 oh, that kinda sucks lol. I wonder if it's the same for everyone or if it depends on what you put under it. I guess I’ll find out when mine arrives and I start using it 🙂

[@Sara-ey8ph]

Did you hear about the burning many people experienced from this product? Why do you think that's such a common reaction if this is meant to be gentle?

[@brandonmilesmay]

Yep, I get a lot of comments on that. Do you mean the CeraVe, or both CeraVe and Vanicream? I hear more comments on the former

[@Sara-ey8ph]

@@brandonmilesmay I saw a lot of those reviews under vanicream! I just started using the vanicream and I love it personally but its only been 1 one day. I didn't patch test and haven't faced any of those sensations but it worried me to see so many people react so negatively

[@brandonmilesmay]

@@Sara-ey8ph interesting! I haven’t experienced burning from either product. I’m glad it’s working for you!

[@raddgreat01]

Vanicream daily or vanicream lotion? I have a acne prone skin. Help me out which one to pick

[@brandonmilesmay]

I prefer the Daily Facial Moisturizer (in the thumbnail picture on the left). It works so much better for my skin, as it’s not too light and it has more moisturizing ingredients.

[@raddgreat01]

@@brandonmilesmay how about the lotion one is that ok too? Cause its cheaper. And what sfp do u used ?

[@brandonmilesmay]

@@raddgreat01 The lotion is too light for me, but I might use it on top of adapalene if I use that ingredient. But I prefer the moisturizer. I use several different SPFs, but I tend to prefer tinted mineral sunscreens like the ones from EltaMD, MDSolarSciences, and DRMTLGY.

[@napolcosejo]

Is this okay to use on my active acnes? Thank you.

[@brandonmilesmay]

It's hard to say, as everyone is different in how they react to ingredients. That being said, the Vanicream contains very gentle, mild ingredients, none of which are comedogenic. Avoid if you have reactions to hyaluronic acid; if unsure talk to your derm :)

[@jayedwardsuk5984]

@@brandonmilesmay Not even the Petrolatum in it ?
I have oily open pore skin and I've spent so much over the years I could open my own cosmetic store 😂.. tempted to try the Vanicream though. I'm currently using Aeeno calm and restore gel cream, UK formula is minus the " HA" sodium hyularonate which I prefer.
I'm leaning more towards more oclusives simply down to the fact I'm using Differin however I feel petrolatum and or anything thicker or silicone based is exacerbating and making my pores look darker and more prominent.. but is it or is it the Differin bringing the crap tot be surface. 🤷
Any recommendations I can get hold of here in the UK would be much appreciated

[@Soo_thisislove]

Would this affect makeup ?

[@brandonmilesmay]

Good question. I don’t wear makeup, but this should be OK if you let it dry down sufficiently before makeup application. I wait at least 30 minutes or so for it to dry before I put on my tinted mineral sunscreen.

[@anitaaubin4696]

What do you recommend with an SPF?

[@brandonmilesmay]

Do you mean in terms of a moisturizer?

[@anitaaubin4696]

@@brandonmilesmay yes. I apply sunscreen every morning and am wondering what moisturizer with sunscreen you think is the best for sensitive skin with acne and rosacea. Thank you.

[@brandonmilesmay]

@@anitaaubin4696 The DRMTLGY moisturizer with SPF is a good option. Cetaphil also has a good moisturizer with SPF, but that’s a chemical sunscreen (if you’re OK with that). Most of the other sunscreens I recommend in my videos are also good moisturizers.

[@aram4199]

Is this good for oily skin?

[@Meme0meow]

Did yk?

[@jarintasnim6129]

Does vani cream clog pores?

[@brandonmilesmay]

Not at all! At least not for me. I've had nothing but good experience with the VaniCream moisturizer.

[@Sam-td6qd]

Are there any occlusive ingredients?

[@brandonmilesmay]

The squalane, which is the second ingredient, is considered a semi-occlusive emollient.

[@brandonmilesmay]

btw if you have dry skin, it may be better to stick to their cream formula. Hope this info helps!

[@Sam-td6qd]

@@brandonmilesmay oh thank you! I do like the cream but I have rosacea and don’t know if the petrolatum is too heavy as it makes me cheeks feel hot sometimes. What is your favourite moisturiser? I can’t use Cerave it makes my face burn

[@shanekunde7302]

@@Sam-td6qd I had the same issue with the cream. If I had it on too long my face would get hot, and more red. I think the petrolatum might prevent the heat from dissipating. Just a theory...idk. I'm looking to try this product. Have you?

[@Sam-td6qd]

@@shanekunde7302 I have tried it and i use it all the time now. It’s moisturising but doesn’t feel heavy, doesn’t irritate my rosacea and no breakouts either. It can be a bit glowy though

[@anitaaubin4696]

I like the lighting.

[@brandonmilesmay]

Thanks! :)

[@rahma-nz7gr]

you’re so adorable.. lol

[@brandonmilesmay]

😊💙