Atopic dermatitis is a complex inflammatory skin disease with different phenotypes and underlying molecular mechanisms (endotypes). It involves complex cytokine and immunological networks of Th2, Th1, Th17 and Th22 cells. The disease presentation and molecular profiles differ based on factors like age, chronicity, ethnicity, filaggrin mutations and immune status. Understanding the distinct endotypes can help develop personalized treatment approaches targeting specific cytokines and pathways. Further research is still needed to better characterize endotypes in relation to aspects like microbiome, specific allergens and autoantigens involved.