how soon after applying cream can i take a shower?

Hello. Thank you for posting.

Dermatologists say that the best time to apply a moisturizer is right after leaving the shower or bath. When applied immediately after bathing, the product is able to trap some of the water still on your body and use it to hydrate your skin. Before applying moisturizer, be sure to pat your skin with a towel until it's almost dry instead of rubbing it, as toweling dry vigorously can irritate sensitive skin.

If you have applied cream to your skin, but then decide to shower, I'd say wait for at least 45 to an hour. So all the product is not immediately lost. But be sure to moisturize again after, especially if your skin is dry.

Helena