Vaseline Intensive Rescue Clinical Therapy review and giveaway
Written by valmg on January 18, 2009 – 9:04 pm
We use a good amount of skin lotion in our house. We put it on CJ’s knees and legs because they get very dry, especially in the winter. RB uses it on his legs because he gets gets winter itch every year. He itches the most at night and when he scratches his legs it makes an awful dry skin noise that drives me nuts. I have poor circulation around one of my ankles and I’m afraid that if my skin gets too dry it’ll crack and lead to other problems. So, I use lotion on my legs to try and prevent them from drying out and cracking. When I was asked if I wanted to try a new prescription strength lotion I gladly agreed, figuring there was nothing to lose.
This story behind Vaseline Intensive Rescue Clinical Therapy Lotion is actually pretty interesting. Vaseline made this product and wanted to demonstrate that it was powerful and would be effective even under extreme conditions. They asked Petal Ruch, a voice coach and mother of four, to try the product and, if it worked, start a word of mouth campaign to prescribe it to others. Did I mention Petal lives in Kodiak, Alaska where the extremely cold and icy weather conditions leave many of the residents with dull, dry and cracking skin? Through the word of mouth campaign started by Petal, more then 600 people have been prescribed Vaseline Intensive Rescue Clinical Therapy Lotion.
So what is it about Vaseline Intensive Rescue Clinical Therapy that makes it different? It’s a prescription-strength lotion that is available without a prescription. Actually, some would argue that it’s better then a prescription lotion because (a) you don’t need a prescription to get it and (b) in tests it was found to provide 60% more moisture than a prescription lotion. It is dermatologist tested, hypoallergenic and safe for all skin types. The product is available in a lightly fragranced version as well as an unfragranced version.
The samples I received were of the unfragranced version. I personally don’t mind a light fragrance but one of my coworkers is very sensitive to scents so I try to avoid them when possible. She, along with another coworker and myself, goes through a lot of hand lotion so I brought a bottle to work for everyone to try. I thought the lotion was thick and creamy without being greasy. It didn’t leave any residue on my hands after putting it on. Minnie (the one sensitive to scents) was able to try the lotion without any problem. My other coworker Sylvia loved it. I prescribed a bottle for her and her husband Mortimer, who’s hands get so dry that they crack. Since the lotion lasted the morning at work I decided to try it at home. It’s been unbearably cold this week and I’ve been able to actually see the dry skin and damage on my legs. Without thinking I scratched my leg because it was itching and the skin turned red and looked like it was going to crack. I applied the Vaseline and it did help calm the itching. By the end of the second day of applying it my legs weren’t itchy or visibly dry any more. Based on my experience so far, I’m hopeful that by the end of the week my leg will feel as good as new. I’ll also be prescribing a bottle to my father based on my experience, since he has spots on his arms and legs that are so dry they’re the color of white ash and they feel like sandpaper.
I recommend Vaseline Intensive Rescue Clinical Therapy lotion. The lotion is available in stores nationwide wherever other Vaseline products are sold, and online. The large 6.8 fluid ounce bottle retails for approximately $6. Aside from working well, what I like most about the lotion is that it’s affordable, unlike the expensive $20-$30 bottles of lotion that are out there. If you’d like to learn more about Vaseline Intensive Rescue Clinical Therapy, visit the website prescribethenation.com. While you’re there you can enter the Prescribe The Nation Sweepstakes. One winner will receive an 8 day trip to Alaska for four. Five people each week will win two $100 Spafinders gift certificates. The first 45,000 people to enter will receive two free samples of Vaseline Clinical Therapy to share with someone they love. You can also sign up to receive a $1.00 off coupon on the site.
TIME FOR A GIVEAWAY!
I’ve got one bottle of Vaseline Intensive Rescue Clinical Therapy lotion to give to the winner of this giveaway. To enter visit the Prescribe The Nation site and look around. Then come back here and leave a comment on this post stating why you should be prescribed a bottle. An additional entry is available if you follow me on twitter and tweet this giveaway, just leave an additional comment containing your twitter name. A second additional entry is available if you blog about this giveaway including a link to this post and to the Prescribe The Nation site. A third additional entry is also available if you add my button to your sidebar.
The contest ends Sunday 01/25/09 at 11:59 pm est. US addresses only please. Only comments containing the requested information will be eligible. The winner will be selected randomly and they must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within three days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck everyone!
THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED.
Andreah
January 18th, 2009 at 10:52 pm
I would prescribe it to myself because my skin is so dry and flaky and especially so in the winter.
Andreah
January 18th, 2009 at 10:53 pm
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Amiee Lindstrom
January 18th, 2009 at 11:44 pm
My husband has very dry sensitive skin. He has gone to a Dermatologist and they gave him a script for some cream/lotion. Went to get it filled and it cost me $80 for a 2 weeks supply and that is with insurance!! We have tried probably every lotion there is out there except the Vaseline Intensive Rescue Clinical. To tell the truth I am so tired of buying lotion and it not working so I would LOVE to win this lotion since I have been wanting him to try it. Thanks for the chance to win!!
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Aimee L.
January 19th, 2009 at 9:21 am
Boy oh boy could I use this!!! We have two little ones and are in the process of potty training - that means we’re hand-washing like CRAZY! We also live in MN and the weather has been pretty rough this winter with days on end of sub-zero temps (a MAJOR killer on hands!!). And to top it all off I have eczema, so I’m like the dry skin capital of the WORLD!!
I’ve tried a million kinds of lotions (both OTC and prescription) with minimal success, but this product sounds like it might actually work!
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January 19th, 2009 at 9:22 am
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Lisa C
January 19th, 2009 at 10:16 am
I’d love to see if this would work on my husband’s super dry skin!
Jackie S
January 19th, 2009 at 10:51 am
My skin has become more sensitive as I’ve gotten older. From the intense cold this past week, my skin on the inside of my arms and legs got crazy chapped and sore, then itchy. I’ve NEVER had this happen to me before and I think using this lotion would prevent it in the future.
Anya
January 19th, 2009 at 1:13 pm
My skin is really dry this time of year,so I need this badly. Thanks for the chance.
cari k
January 19th, 2009 at 7:30 pm
I have extremely dry skin. I have had eczema my entire life. I can’t find anything to give me smooth and soft skin.
Helen S
January 19th, 2009 at 7:53 pm
My husband has very dry skin and is using 2 different prescribed creams and could really use this.
judy brittle
January 19th, 2009 at 8:24 pm
My skin is so severely dry and haven’t found anything that really works. I would love to try this! Thank you!
elaina
January 20th, 2009 at 12:54 pm
I need to be prescribed a bottle for my ten year old daughter. She has severe eczema and this time of year is horrible for her. She suffers so badly with the dry patches of skin. Even Eucerin (which the doctor suggested) doesn’t help much!
Tamara B.
January 20th, 2009 at 1:34 pm
With my age knocking on the door to the BIG 50 I have noticed that no matter how much I apply lotion to my skin it always seems so dry. I have tried everything under the son and nothing seems to working or lasting.
tamben79996(at)aol(dot)com
Reva Skie
January 20th, 2009 at 4:51 pm
I should be prescribed a bottle because my skin is so dry it is scaly and I “snow” flakes of skin when I disrobe. I am disgusting.
Nadia
January 20th, 2009 at 5:58 pm
I should be prescribed Vaseline Intensive Rescue Clinical Therapy Lotion because my hands are all dry and cracked and bleeding in some spots (knuckles) because of frequent washing (babies) and the winter dry air.
Nancy
January 20th, 2009 at 6:27 pm
I should be prescribed a bottle because my skin is very dry and becomes even more so in the winter. I’m an elementary school teacher and I either wash my hands and/or use drying hand sanitizer many times a day. My skin really need the non-greasy moisturizing of this spectacular lotion!
Linda F
January 20th, 2009 at 8:19 pm
I should be prescribed a bottle because my son and I have such dry, red, and chapped hands that they often bleed.
Francine Anchondo
January 20th, 2009 at 11:04 pm
Mu husband as really dry skin and could use this we are always running out of lotion.
Karmen Kiler
January 20th, 2009 at 11:43 pm
I should be prescribed a bottle because my eczema leaves my skin unmanageable dry!
Mama Bear
January 21st, 2009 at 12:49 am
I would love a bottle so that I can touch my son’s delicate 16 month old skin without worrying I’m scratching him with my awful, rough hands (especially fingers!!).
Mama Bear
January 21st, 2009 at 12:49 am
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Jean D.
January 21st, 2009 at 2:52 am
I have dermatitis. Yuck! Now that the furnace runs full-time, my dry skin shouts SOS. My dermatologist actually recommends Vaseline lotion, so I’d love to win it.
Thanks!
Jean D.
January 21st, 2009 at 2:55 am
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Donna K
January 21st, 2009 at 3:17 am
I have dry skin, and I really need it.
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Donna K
January 21st, 2009 at 3:17 am
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Donna K
January 21st, 2009 at 3:18 am
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Mama Zen
January 21st, 2009 at 10:56 am
My hands!
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Rebecca
January 21st, 2009 at 11:02 am
My husband should be prescribed this lotion because he has a job where he must wash his hands many times a day. His hands are always super dry…even cracked and bleeding at times! I’d love for him to try this and see if it can heal his skin in 5 days!
Belinda Parker
January 21st, 2009 at 11:42 am
I need to try this lotion because I have very dry skin. My 18 month old and I both have ezcema. I would love to win this.Thanks!
hottmomma_03@yahoo(dot)com
Cheryl
January 21st, 2009 at 2:53 pm
I would like this because my skin gets very dry, flaky, and uncomfortable, especially this time of year. I would love to try this lotion.
Crystal
January 21st, 2009 at 3:03 pm
My hands get so dry in the winter that they crack & bleed. They are red all over & look awful! I’m only 30, but my hands look at least 20 years older! I would love to try this to see if it cures my hands!
Thanks!
ericbrooks75(at)yahoo(dot)com
Rita Sheppard
January 21st, 2009 at 4:35 pm
I’d prescribe this for myself because I have red, burning skin from eczema.
Samantha R
January 21st, 2009 at 10:47 pm
My skin gets so dry in the winter and I have yet to find a lotion that I love. I would love to give this a try!
Evelyn Damptey
January 22nd, 2009 at 2:43 am
I want to win because I have extremely dry skin.
Anna
January 22nd, 2009 at 9:14 pm
I think this may help my son’s excema!
Annmarie
January 23rd, 2009 at 12:46 pm
I need to be prescribed because looking at my hands is like looking at an 80 year old woman’s hands (who doesn’t use lotion)! They are cracked & scaly. In the winter sometimes they get so bad that they crack open & bleed, which really stings!
jacque
January 23rd, 2009 at 3:06 pm
My husband has very itchy legs. it looks like it would work. thanks jacquecurl@gmail.com
Rebecca C
January 23rd, 2009 at 11:26 pm
I need this perscribed to me because my hands are dry and gross during the winter due to the dry air and having to do dishes by hand
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January 23rd, 2009 at 11:27 pm
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January 23rd, 2009 at 11:28 pm
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Miss Blondie
January 24th, 2009 at 11:19 am
I would prescribe it to myself because i am a scrub nurse in an OR and constantly scrub/wash my hands all day long. They are so dry and in desperate need of TLC.
christin
January 24th, 2009 at 1:30 pm
i would prescribe it for myself and my daughter…we have ridiculously dry skin in the winter:) thanks!
leah
January 24th, 2009 at 5:11 pm
Would love to try this on my dry, itchy skin to see if it helps!
JenniferR
January 24th, 2009 at 7:06 pm
I would prescribe this to myself, as my hands and cuticles get so dry in the winter. They crack and not only is it uncomfortable, it’s unsightly!
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January 24th, 2009 at 7:07 pm
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January 24th, 2009 at 7:12 pm
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January 24th, 2009 at 7:14 pm
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dianad
January 25th, 2009 at 6:04 am
A product that is effect with dryness and doesn’t emit a strong odor. I would like to give this a try. Thanks for having the wonderful giveaway.
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Kelli Robinson
January 25th, 2009 at 10:07 am
I would love to be prescribed this lotion because my skin becomes miserably dry during the winter…really, really dry.
I know that it doesn’t gain me an extra entry because I haven’t added a second link but I wanted to let you know that I promoted your giveaway on Luck Happens
Thanks for the chance to win!
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Sandra S.
January 25th, 2009 at 2:16 pm
I should be prescribed a bottle because I have exremely dry skin on my hands. In the winter, my hands crack and bleed even though I have tried every lotion. I always end up with “mummy hands” from all the bandages. I would love to try the new lotion. Thanks!
Janet F
January 25th, 2009 at 8:47 pm
I need this for my dry skin on my legs and hands.
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