The key to skin health – a balanced microbiome

The skin microbiome is getting a lot of buzz, as researchers are uncovering the dynamic role it plays in skin health.  Your skin is the largest organ in your body and is well established for its role as a physical barrier. Recent research has focused on the role that the skin microbiome, the complex array of microbial communities that live on your skin, plays in supporting skin health and resiliency. 

What is a balanced microbiome?

The microbiome of the skin contains millions and millions of friendly, diverse microscopic organisms that work to maintain skin health.  A healthy microbiome can fend off unfriendly organisms and help maintain an optimal skin pH. Itchy, dry skin can be a sign that the skin microbiome is out of balance.  An unbalanced microbiome can make the skin more sensitive to irritants which can cause inflammation and rashes. To help bring the microbiome back into balance, the good bacteria, the probiotics need to flourish.  This is where prebiotics play an important role, as prebiotics enhance the growth of probiotics.  

Why is microbiome research challenging?

While some parts of the microbiome are similar across people, everyone has a unique microbiome that is influenced by genetics and macro and micro environmental factors.  On top of this, your skin microbiome varies across different parts of your body, from the soles of your feet to the tip of your nose. Just as the microbiome varies, so too does the bacteria that contributes to skin disease.  For these reasons, your skin may have different needs across different parts of your body. 

How can Kamedis skincare products contribute to a healthy microbiome?

Our products are gentle and don’t just work on your skin, they work with your skin.  Our formulas are tailored to different parts of the body and different skin conditions.  They contain prebiotic and additional properties that promote beneficial microorganisms and inhibit harmful microorganisms, to help restore your skin’s microbiome.