Dry Skin
"I think some folks may be confused about what this is supposed to do and the days it takes to do it. It restores your skin&#039;s own barrier to help heal and prevent a &quot;break&quot; = eczema and atopic dermatitis. You put it on first, then your prescription a few minutes later, if you need one. You use it for at least 2-4 weeks to strengthen your own skin from the damaged outer layer so it stops and prevents an active break(out). Almost nothing worked on me, including &quot;shielding lotions.&quot; From their  instructions: Should EpiCeram&reg; be prescribed along with corticosteroids or a topical immunomodulator, it is recommended to apply EpiCeram&reg; just a few minutes before applying steroids or topical immunomodulator to allow proper penetration."