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The Skin Microbiome Review

Jan 9
That’s Fishy: The Powerful Role of Marine Collagen in Wound Healing
Collagen is widely celebrated in the skincare industry for its anti-ageing and rejuvenating benefits. Recent research reveals that marine...

Nov 5, 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...

Oct 2, 2024
Mushroom Magic: What can we Learn from our Ancient Ancestors for Skin Health?
Mycocosmetics are a recently emerging trend in cosmeceuticals looking to utilise the power of mushroom-based ingredients when developing...

Sep 27, 2024
Defining Features of the Skin Microbiome in Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a chronic skin condition characterised by the loss of melanin (pigment) in the skin resulting in distinct patches in various...

Sep 26, 2024
Understanding the Axillary Microbiome
The skin microbiome, particularly the axillary (armpit) region, is covered by dense secretory glands, such as apocrine, eccrine, and...

Sep 10, 2024
Answers for Atopic Dermatitis and Allergies: What is the Role of the Skin Bacteriome?
Atopic Dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition marked by skin barrier dysfunction and immune dysregulation. Influenced...

Sep 2, 2024
Wound Wonders: Innovation in the Microbiome Space for Burn Healing
In the UK, around 120,000 people visit A&E annually due to burn injuries, with 72% resulting in hypertrophic scarring, a type of raised...

Aug 27, 2024
Is Swimming Wrecking Your Skin Microbiome?
Swimming is a widely enjoyed physical activity that provides various health benefits, such as improved cardiovascular fitness, enhanced...

Aug 9, 2024
Could Snail Mucin Be the Secret to a Thriving Skin Microbiome?
Snail mucin is the secretion produced by various species of snails, and it has recently gained attention for its potential benefits in...

Aug 2, 2024
Don't Sweat It: How Deodorant Disrupts Your Underarm Microbiome
The underarm (axillary) microbiome plays a crucial role in body odour production. Although deodorants and fragranced cosmetic products...

Aug 1, 2024
Mosquitoes vs. Microbes: Can Your Skin's Secret Agents Defend Against Malaria?
Malaria remains one of the deadliest diseases of the last century, posing a significant global health challenge. Researchers are...

Jul 22, 2024
The Microbial Mysteries of Sensitive Skin: Unveiling the Microbiome's Role
Sensitive skin (SS), also known as cutaneous sensory syndrome, is characterised by abnormal hypersensitivity to various stimuli, leading...

Jun 28, 2024
The Hidden Changes: How Does Ageing Transform Our Skin Microbiome?
Although the ageing process is complex and individualised, research highlights the significant role of the skin microbiome in skin...

Jun 19, 2024
Understanding the Gut-Skin Axis
Both the gut and skin are colonised with distinct microbial communities and operate as crucial organs in the body.

Jun 19, 2024
Understanding Skin Ageing
Skin ageing is a natural and inevitable process caused by structural and functional changes in skin cells due to intrinsic and extrinsic fac

Jun 19, 2024
Understanding Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis (AD), also known as atopic eczema, is a common chronic inflammatory skin condition that is characterised by inflamed, dry

Jun 19, 2024
Acne & The Skin Microbiome?
Acne is a well-known chronic inflammatory condition that impacts individuals of all age groups worldwide.

Jun 19, 2024
Illuminating the Skin: The Influence of LED Masks on the Skin Microbiome
In the world of skincare, light-emitting diode (LED) technology has emerged as a powerful tool, emitting specific wavelengths of light,...

Jun 14, 2024
What Role Does the Skin Microbiome Play in the Complex Process of Wound Healing?
The interplay between skin wounds and the skin microbiome presents a captivating area of study.

May 17, 2024
How Does the Skin Microbiome Influence Rosacea? Unveiling the Microbial Puzzle
Rosacea, a chronic inflammatory skin condition, involves complex interactions between the skin microbiota and host conditions.
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