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How does Hidradenitis Suppurativa affect the Skin Microbiome?
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by recurrent, painful nodules and abscesses. It...
Dec 12, 2024


AOB for AD: Ammonium-oxidising Bacteria as an Innovative Approach to Managing Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterised by skin barrier dysfunction and immune dysregulation....
Dec 5, 2024


Green Guardians: Exploring Plant-Derived Antifungals in Skincare Innovation
Plants possess a multitude of naturally evolved mechanisms to help prevent and protect against fungal infection, and humans have been...
Dec 4, 2024


What can be done to support the infant microbiome?
Infant skin is sensitive, becoming easily irritated by harsh chemicals and textures. As parents become more aware of the importance of...
Dec 4, 2024


What is psycare? The mental health movement taking the cosmetic world by storm
Psycare is a cosmeceutical trend prioritising wellbeing and a holistic approach to skincare that promotes emotional and psychological...
Dec 4, 2024


How can brands work to reduce their plastic footprint?
More consumers now consider the environmental impact of their product choices. Companies can increase the reach of their customer base by...
Dec 4, 2024


Could neurocosmetics be a solution to ageing skin?
Neurocosmetics is an emergent practice in the personal care space focusing on the connection between the nervous system and skin when...
Dec 4, 2024


What is the potential for AI in formulation development and personalisation?
Machine learning is a field of artificial intelligence (AI), that uses complex algorithms to predict outcomes based on training datasets....
Dec 4, 2024


Why does strain matter when testing ingredients?
Most bacterial species do not fall exclusively under the umbrella of mutualists or pathogens, with many possessing strains that lie...
Dec 4, 2024


How can personalisation be used to develop products that maintain the microbiome?
Several industries have begun looking to the use of personalisation to improve the efficacy and targeting of their products or services....
Dec 4, 2024


What can algae-derived nutrients do for the skin?
Algae have been making waves recently as potential ingredients for use in the world of cosmetics, with many companies harnessing their...
Dec 4, 2024


What is Conscious Beauty?
Conscious beauty is an emerging practice within the cosmetic space that places greater emphasis on the sustainability of a company and...
Dec 4, 2024


Age Before Beauty: The Rise and Dangers of Skincare Product Use in Young People
The rise of skincare-focused influencers on social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram and YouTube has led many children as young as 8...
Dec 3, 2024


Acne Advances: Are Biofilm-Targeting Treatments the Way Forward?
Acne vulgaris, affecting up to 97% of adolescents globally, is a widespread skin condition. Recent advancements in treatment are focusing...
Nov 28, 2024


How Do Chemical Peels Disrupt or Enhance the Skin Microbiome?
Chemical peels are dermatological procedures that involve applying a chemical solution to the skin, thereby exfoliating the top layers to...
Nov 22, 2024


Are Antibiotics Waging War on Your Skin Microbiome?
Antibiotics are a class of antimicrobial substances designed to target and eliminate bacteria. They play a crucial role in modern...
Nov 19, 2024


Is Intense Pulsed Light Secretly Reshaping Your Skin’s Balance?
Intense Pulsed Light or IPL is a non-invasive treatment method that uses broad-spectrum light to address various skin concerns such as...
Nov 13, 2024


How does Ginseng influence the Skin microbiome?
Ginseng, also scientifically known as ​Panax Ginseng, is a medicinal herb that has long been used as a blood-enriching and tonifying...
Nov 5, 2024


What Implications Might a Changing Climate Have on our Skin Microbiome?
A brief overview of the climate crisis: Evidence strongly suggests that anthropogenic climate change caused by greenhouse gas emissions...
Oct 11, 2024


Do Preservatives Harm the Skin Microbiome?
Understanding preservatives Preservatives are added to cosmetic products to protect against the growth of pathogenic microorganisms and...
Oct 11, 2024
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