Eau Thermale Avène Xercalm A.D Ultra-Rich Cleansing Bar — Fragrance-Free 100 g, Soap-Free Soothing Cleanser

Avène Xercalm A.D Ultra-Rich Cleansing Bar is a fragrance-free, soap-free cleansing bar formulated to gently clean and soothe skin prone to atopic dermatitis and itching while supporting the skin's barrier.

This compact 100 g cleansing bar from Avène combines the brand's thermal spring water tradition with a creamier, ultra-rich formula designed for daily use morning and night. It was recognized by beauty editors for its calming performance and provides a non-irritating cleanse that helps maintain the skin’s natural microbiome. The bar is suitable when skin is moderately to severely dry and needs a milder cleansing routine than standard soaps.

How does this cleansing bar calm itchy, reactive skin?

The formula focuses on gentle surfactants and Avène Thermal Spring Water to limit irritation and reduce the sensations that accompany dryness and reactivity. It avoids fragrances and harsh detergents that can strip moisture, so the skin feels less tight after rinsing. Regular use can help the skin remain balanced between washes.

• Fragrance-free to reduce the risk of irritation and sensory triggers.
• Soap-free, preserving skin lipids rather than stripping them away.
• Contains soothing thermal spring water known for its calming minerals.
• Creamy texture that rinses clean without drying or residue.

Will it help keep skin hydrated all day?

The bar delivers a richer, emollient cleanse that supports skin hydration for up to 48 hours in combination with a moisturizer. While a cleanser alone won’t replace treatment creams, this bar reduces water loss during washing and sets the skin up to better retain moisture when followed by a barrier cream.

• Ultra-rich base reduces post-wash tightness and flaking.
• Supports the skin barrier, helping to lock in moisture after application.
• Best used with a follow-up moisturizer for sustained hydration.

Is this product easy to use in a daily routine?

Yes. Lather the bar with water and apply the foam or the bar directly to wet skin, then rinse and gently pat dry. It’s safe for twice-daily use—morning and evening—as part of a gentle skincare regimen, and its solid form makes it convenient for travel and bath time.

• Lather with water, apply to wet skin, rinse and pat dry.
• Works well under shower or at the sink; solid format prevents spills.
• Compact 100 g size fits small toiletries and travel kits.

What safety and skin concerns does this bar address?

The cleansing bar is formulated to be oncology-safe and to respect delicate, compromised skin. By being soap-free and fragrance-free, it minimizes common irritants and helps maintain the skin’s microbiome balance. As with any product for sensitive skin, patch testing on a small area is recommended for those with extreme sensitivity or active open lesions.

• Oncology-safe formulation mindful of fragile skin needs.
• Helps preserve the skin’s natural microbiome instead of disrupting it.
• Free from fragrances and harsh surfactants commonly linked to irritation.

Who is this for: The Avène Xercalm A.D Ultra-Rich Cleansing Bar is aimed at people with moderately to severely dry, eczema-prone, or reactive skin who need a milder cleansing alternative to conventional soaps. It suits those seeking fragrance-free, dermatologically rooted options—including caregivers and travelers—who want a compact, effective cleanser to use morning and night alongside prescribed or over-the-counter moisturizers.

Ingredients

DISODIUM LAURETH SULFOSUCCINATE. MALTODEXTRIN. SODIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATE. STEARIC ACID. WATER (AQUA). CETEARYL ALCOHOL PARAFFIN. OENOTHERA BIENNIS (EVENING PRIMROSE) OIL CETEARETH-6. AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). AQUAPHILUS DOLOMIAE EXTRACT. ARGININE. CITRIC ACID. MICRO-CRYSTALLINE WAX (CERA MICRO-CRISTALLINA). POLYETHYLENE TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHEROL.