Apply generously as needed. That is what our jar label says, and it is the whole method. Smooth Corium 21 into clean skin on your face and body, including hands, feet and lips. It is an aloe vera skin cream for dry skin, with certified organic aloe vera as the first ingredient, and it absorbs well without feeling greasy.
What do the directions on the jar say?
Four words: "Apply generously as needed."
There is no fixed amount and no schedule to follow. Use as much as your skin wants, as often as it feels dry. Smooth it in with your fingertips until it disappears into your skin. Because it absorbs well and isn't greasy, you can get dressed, pick up your phone or go back to work right after.
Where can I use aloe vera cream?
On your face and body, including hands, feet and lips. One jar covers all of it:
- Hands. Smooth it into clean, dry hands after washing. If you wash all day at work, see hand cream for nurses.
- Feet and heels. Work it into heels and the balls of your feet. More in aloe vera cream for dry heels.
- Lips. Smooth it over your lips whenever they feel dry. See our tips for dry lips.
- Face. Use it as your everyday face cream, morning and night. Read aloe vera cream for your face.
- Body. Elbows, knees, arms and legs, anywhere skin feels dry.
When is a good time to apply it?
Whenever your skin feels dry. These everyday moments make it easy to remember:
- After washing your hands. Pat them dry, then smooth it in.
- After a shower or bath. Skin is clean and ready, so it is a natural time to cover face and body.
- At bedtime. Apply generously to your feet and slip on cotton socks if you like, and let it stay on while you sleep.
- On your lips, after eating or drinking and before bed.
Work a long shift? See the routine in hand cream for nurses, or the food service timing in hand cream for baristas and kitchen workers.
Can the whole family use it?
Yes. Corium 21 is for face and body, so one jar can sit in the bathroom for everyone in the house. For children under 2, check with a doctor before you use it.
What cautions are on the label?
The label says, word for word: "Warning: For external use only. Keep out of reach of children. If irritation occurs, discontinue use and see your physician."
Classic or Fragrance Free?
Both are used the same way. Fragrance Free is the same formula as Classic with the fragrance left out; compare them here. Curious what's in the jar? Certified organic aloe vera comes first; see aloe vera cream vs lotion for the rest of the formula.
Not sure which scent you'll like? Free Samples send two .5 oz jars, one of each, for $3.95 shipping, one set per customer. When you're ready, get the 8 oz jar, which comes with our 90-day money-back guarantee. If it isn't right for you, we refund your purchase, even if the jar is opened. No questions asked. Just email support@corium21.com. Questions? Call (800) 319-5114 and you'll talk to a real person.
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Questions people ask
How much aloe vera cream should I use?
Follow the label: apply generously as needed. There is no set amount. Use as much as your skin feels it wants.
How often can I apply Corium 21?
As often as you need, per the label. Easy moments to remember are after washing your hands, after a shower or bath and at bedtime.
Can I use Corium 21 on my face and lips?
Yes. Corium 21 is for face and body, including hands, feet and lips. On lips, reapply after eating or drinking and before bed.