Yes. An aloe vera cream is a good fit for dry, cracked heels because it moisturizes without feeling greasy. Soak your feet in lukewarm water for 10 to 15 minutes, smooth the heel gently with a pumice stone, pat dry, massage in Corium 21 and put on cotton socks. Do it before bed and again in the morning.
Is aloe vera good for cracked heels and dry feet?
Yes. Heels have thick skin and carry you all day, so they need a rich moisturizer that soaks in.
Corium 21 is a rich aloe vera skin cream with certified organic aloe vera as its first ingredient. It also has vitamins A, B3 and E, soluble collagen, plant oils, green tea, chamomile and ginseng.
It moisturizes dry heels and leaves them feeling soft and smooth. It isn't greasy, so you can pull on socks and shoes right after.
How important are your feet to you? Most of us would say very, yet we rarely pamper them. They aren't as visible as our hands or face, but they work hard every day.
How do I use aloe vera cream on cracked heels?
Cleansing and moisturizing are the basics of soft, smooth heels. Here is the routine, step by step:
- Soak. Rest your feet in lukewarm water for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Smooth. Gently rub the top layer of the heel with a pumice stone to lift off dry, dead skin. Gentle is enough.
- Pat dry. Towel dry thoroughly but gently, including between your toes.
- Massage in Corium 21. Work a small amount into each heel until it is absorbed.
- Slip on cotton socks. They keep the cream on your heels instead of on your sheets.
Make it part of your morning and bedtime routine. The label says it plainly: "For problem areas: apply a small amount as often as needed."
Can I leave aloe vera cream on my heels overnight?
Yes. Bedtime is the best time. Massage Corium 21 into clean, dry heels, put on cotton socks and leave it on while you sleep.
In the morning, your heels are ready for a fresh dab before you put on your shoes.
Why do heels get dry and rough?
Many of us only remember our feet once our heels already feel rough. These are the usual reasons:
- Dry weather and dry indoor air.
- Sandals and bare feet. Open heels meet more air, dust and friction.
- Hot showers and harsh bath soap.
- Skipping moisturizer. Feet are easy to forget.
- Being on your feet. Lots of walking, standing and time outdoors.
A quick daily routine for busy days
Short on time? Soak your feet for 10 to 15 minutes, pat them dry, and massage Corium 21 into your heels until it is absorbed. It isn't greasy. Repeat daily for soft, smooth heels.
If your hands dry out too, the same habits help. See our tips for dry, cracked hands, or for very dry skin all over.
Try Corium 21 on your heels
Corium 21 has been trusted since 1994. Family-owned in Oregon.
It comes in Classic and Fragrance Free. Fragrance Free is Classic with the fragrance left out. Every size has the same formula.
Our customers just use a dab. A little bit goes a long way. An 8 oz jar is typically a 4 to 6 month supply of daily use.
Try a free sample first if you like. Every jar comes with our 90-day money-back guarantee. Call (800) 319-5114 with any question and you will talk to a real person. Or read customer reviews.
Questions people ask
Is aloe vera good for cracked heels?
Yes. An aloe vera cream moisturizes dry, cracked heels and leaves them feeling soft and smooth. Corium 21 is a rich cream with certified organic aloe vera as its first ingredient, and it isn't greasy.
How often should I put aloe vera cream on my heels?
As often as they feel dry. Most people make it part of their morning and bedtime routine. A small amount is all you need.
Can I leave aloe vera cream on overnight with socks?
Yes. Massage it into clean, dry heels at bedtime and put on cotton socks. It is the same bedtime routine as above.
Should I use aloe vera cream or petroleum jelly on my heels?
Use what your feet like best. If you want something rich that soaks in and doesn't feel greasy, Corium 21 is made for that. You can put on socks or shoes right after.
Is there a fragrance-free version?
Yes. Corium 21 Fragrance Free is the same formula as Classic with the fragrance left out.
Can I try it before I buy a jar?
Yes. You can order a free sample and try it on your own heels first.
When should I see a doctor about cracked heels?
See a doctor if the cracks are deep, bleed or hurt, or if you have a health condition that affects your feet. Corium 21 is a cosmetic moisturizer, not a medicine.
Corium 21 is a cosmetic moisturizer, not a medicine. If cracks are deep, bleeding or painful, or you have a health condition that affects your feet, see a doctor before soaking or using a pumice stone.