Common signs and causes of a skin microbiome imbalance
Our skin is home to an incredible and complex ecosystem of microorganisms, working together to keep us healthy and glowing. But what happens when this delicate balance is disrupted? Here’s what you need to know about skin microbiome imbalance, and why your customers—and your business—will benefit from microbiome skincare and beauty products.
What is the skin microbiome?
The skin microbiome is a collection of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, viruses and mites, that reside on the skin's surface and in the deeper layers of the skin. These microorganisms play an essential role in skin health, regulating the skin's pH and moisture levels and preventing infection.
What are the signs of a microbiome imbalance?
A skin microbiome imbalance, known as skin dysbiosis, can lead to a range of skin issues, including:
Dryness, itching, and flakiness
Redness and inflammation
Acne and breakouts
Excessive oiliness or dryness
Skin sensitivity and irritation
And more and more research is uncovering links with dysbiosis and eczema, rosacea and psoriasis.
What causes skin microbiome imbalance?
The skin microbiome is disrupted by an overgrowth of harmful bacteria or a decrease in beneficial bacteria. Various factors can cause this imbalance, including:
Environmental pollutants
UV radiation
Antibiotics
A high-fat diet
Harsh beauty products and cleansers
Imbalanced probiotic skincare (too much of one type of organism)
Why microbiome skincare?
So much of our skin health depends on our skin microbiome
There’s a scary number of products out there that cause more damage than good. It’s essential to understand the role of good skin bacteria—and the effects of dysbiosis—to develop effective skincare and cosmetic products that promote healthy and radiant skin.
Microbiome products aren’t just ‘microbiome-friendly’
It’s not just about avoiding damage. Microbiome skincare and beauty products contain a careful balance of prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics that work together to nourish and strengthen the skin's incredibly important microbiome.
Beauty fans are obsessed
Consumers are becoming more and more aware of skincare ingredients—and bioactive ingredients are booming in popularity. The latest cult beauty movements praise the benefits of creating an optimal environment for the good bugs on your skin.
Why choose BiomeCentric?
BiomeCentric is a leading developer and manufacturer of microbiome skincare and beauty products. Using genomic-based insights, bioactive ingredients and scientific research, we’re here to help you develop tailored products that meet your customers’ specific needs.
Get in touch with our team today to start the conversation—or to start your journey!