When is a good time to apply an emollient on my skin?

Firstly, make sure the shower water is not too hot. Warm temperature is the best. After bathing or showering, our moist skin is most receptive to the application of an emollient cream. Try not to rub but rather pat dry your body to avoid any minor scratching.  Then apply generous amounts of emollient cream. You might find that your skin tends to absorb more than usual, this is a good thing because your skin is absorbing the cream. The goal is to soften the skin and make it more flexible.