There are more than 1000 different species of microbes just on the skin alone. An unbalanced skin microbiome can cause atopic dermatitis, acne or psoriasis.
What is the function of hydrolipidic film / microbiological barrier?
Prevent moisture loss: The skin's hydrolipidic film / microbiological barrier can be damaged or removed by using harsh cleansers, or simply with age, which can lead to transepidermal water loss. A healthy skin barrier limits moisture loss which reduces the conditions of dehydration, tightness and dry skin.
Protection from free radicals: The hydrolipidic film / microbiological barrier is a shield against free radicals. The free radicals can damage the collagen and elastin resulting in reduced skin suppleness, leading to signs of premature aging such as wrinkles and fine lines.
Defend against pathogenic bacteria: In the microbiological barrier, the skin's resident bacteria act as cleaners, preventing undesirable bacteria and fungi from developing. The hydrolipidic film (acid mantle) has a pH between 4.5 and 6.2. This plays a crucial role in the body's self-defence method, because pathogenic bacteria that become adapted to the more acidic pH of the film are then unable to survive in the more alkaline environment in our blood.
Probiotics skincare is developed based on skin microbiome science, it helps to enhance the skin's natural barrier function, fundamentally increasing the skin's defence system to fight against environmental aggressors. When the skin barrier is healthy, it will result in a hydrated stratum corneum in the epidermal layer of the skin, and your skin will look naturally glowing and radiant.
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Conventional care products, which are responsible for 90 percent of chemicals on the skin according the Human Microbiome Project analysis, are implicated in the increasing number of skin problems in the Western world. Common moisturisers, soaps and shampoos can undermine the skin microbiome, due to the antimicrobial preservatives they contain or their alkaline pH. An increasing number of industry experts have seized this market opportunity by developing skin care products adapted to the skin microbiome.
CLINICAL STUDIES
Studies indicate that alterations in the skin microflora play a significant role in conditions such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, acne and skin cancer. Although probiotic bacteria provide benefits to the skin, live cultures are generally not preferred in cosmetics, so many probiotic skin care products are formulated using bacteria fragments or metabolites. There is currently not any scientific research that supports the idea that live cells are more effective than products containing metabolites or fragments.
A feeling of skin tightness
Skin that feels and looks rough
Slight to severe flaking, scaling or peeling
Fine lines or cracks
Itchiness
Redness
Deep cracks that may bleed
Dry skin condition is quite a common skin problem and anyone can get it. However there is a higher risk of developing a dry skin condition if you:
Are aged in your 40s or older. The risk increases with age — more than 50 percent of older adults have dry skin.
Live in dry, cold or low-humidity climates.
Have a job that requires you to immerse your skin in water, such as nursing.
Swim frequently in chlorinated pools.
How to avoid or improve dry skin condition?
Use moisturiser and skin oil to lock the moisture in the skin
Limit water exposure, especial a prolonged hot shower.
Avoid using skin drying soaps and harsh cleansers