“…A chronic inflammatory skin disease, atopic dermatitis (AD) is one of the most common dermatoses, with a prevalence of about 3 % in adults and 10–15 % in children , Genetic predisposition, exogenous triggers (including microorganisms, allergens, irritants, climate) and endogenous factors (mental distress, hormones, and others) are involved in the initial onset of the disease as well as flare‐ups and exacerbations . The defective barrier function of the skin is a key factor in atopic dermatitis, which is further augmented by the cutaneous inflammatory response, ultimately resulting in self‐sustaining dermatitis , Restoring the impaired barrier function plays a pivotal role in the therapeutic management of atopic dermatitis. National and international guidelines therefore include basic skin care in the management of patients with atopic dermatitis, irrespective of disease stage or severity ,…”