What is the Skin Microbiome?
Our skin houses a whole ecosystem that is invisible to the human eye, made up of billions of microorganisms.
Like fingerprints, there is considerable variability in microbiome from one person to the next, and there is no “standard microbiome recipe” for a healthy skin microbiome; it even changes as we age!
As our skin provides us with protection, it is crucial that it functions properly as we age.
Many common skin disorders are associated with local imbalances of the skin microbiota. These include, acne, eczema, psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis as well as infections. There is also recent evidence that several bacteria and fungi may contribute to non-melanoma skin cancers, while other bacteria may protect against those cancers.
Skin problems may even be initiated by disturbing the skin-microbiota balance.
When there are too many of a particular species this causes a DYSBIOSIS.