This cream is designed to be used following cleansing with PhytoSkin skin and cleansing Tonic for dermatitis or dry skin, it should be applied sparingly to the face, hands, arms and neck as required and any other areas specifically affected by dermatitis or dry skin. It may be applied during the day, it is not necessary to use the cleansing tonic each time.The white film that appears when applying the cream will be fully absorbed when massaged in to the skin