Skin concerns
Cases of eczema, acne, psoriasis and many other skin issues have increased drastically in the last few decades.
The exact cause is still not well-defined, but the past decade of research into the microbiome has further established the idea that a loss in bacterial diversity is strongly contributing to a range of skin issues - as well as issues elsewhere in the body.
Most bacteria are allies to the skin
A few bacteria are pathogenic, meaning they cause disease and can cause infections and painful issues on the skin. However, of the millions of bacteria known by the scientific field, less than 100 are known to be pathogenic to humans. Most bacteria are, in fact, friendly and even essential for the skin's health and appearance. It's therefore crucial to maintain a healthy balance between the good bacteria and the pathogens.
An imbalanced microbiome (known as dysbiosis) is problematic as bad bacteria can colonize the skin and outcompete the good bacteria. This leads to skin issues as well as a deterioration of the barrier function which can harm the immune system.
The exact cause is still not well-defined, but the past decade of research into the microbiome has further established the idea that a loss in bacterial diversity is strongly contributing to a range of skin issues - as well as issues elsewhere in the body.
Most bacteria are allies to the skin
A few bacteria are pathogenic, meaning they cause disease and can cause infections and painful issues on the skin. However, of the millions of bacteria known by the scientific field, less than 100 are known to be pathogenic to humans. Most bacteria are, in fact, friendly and even essential for the skin's health and appearance. It's therefore crucial to maintain a healthy balance between the good bacteria and the pathogens.
An imbalanced microbiome (known as dysbiosis) is problematic as bad bacteria can colonize the skin and outcompete the good bacteria. This leads to skin issues as well as a deterioration of the barrier function which can harm the immune system.