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WHY THE SKIN MICROBIOME IS SO IMPORTANT

The skin microbiome plays a crucial role in skin health.  The microorganisms on our skin, which include bacteria, fungi, and viruses, live in a symbiotic relationship with us and influence our well-being.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF THE SKIN MICROBIOME FOR SKIN HEALTH

What is the skin microbiome?

The skin microbiome is a diverse world of microbes that colonizes our skin surface. These microorganisms are essential for protecting the skin from pathogenic germs and contribute to immune regulation. The skin microbiome varies depending on genetic factors, age, gender, skin area, lifestyle, and environmental conditions.

Why is the skin microbiome important?

The skin microbiome is an essential protective mechanism of the skin. It competes with pathogenic microorganisms for nutrients and space, thereby preventing infections. In addition, the skin microbiome helps regulate the immune system, which can prevent excessive inflammation.

1. Protection against pathogens

A healthy skin microbiome acts as a barrier against harmful microorganisms and protects the skin from external influences. The skin flora, i.e., the entirety of microorganisms living on the skin, plays a central role in this.

2. Influence on skin aging

The skin microbiome also influences the aging process of the skin. As we age, the composition of the microbiome changes, which can make the skin more susceptible to diseases. Probiotics and prebiotics for the skin can help mitigate these changes and promote skin health.

3. Microbiome and Skincare

Maintaining the skin microbiome is crucial for sustaining a healthy skin barrier. Factors such as age, climate, hormonal fluctuations (e.g., during puberty and menopause), hygiene habits, and the use of antibiotics can influence the composition of the skin microbiome and lead to dysbiosis. A dysbiosis, i.e., an imbalance of skin bacteria, can promote various skin diseases. Effective microorganisms in skincare can help build and strengthen the skin microbiome.

INNOVATIVE APPROACHES IN SKIN CARE

Knowledge about the skin microbiome has led to new approaches in skincare. Fermented ingredients, such as postbiotics, as well as prebiotics, can support the skin microbiome and promote skin health. So far, there are only a few cosmetic companies, especially in Germany and the EU, that use fermented ingredients in their products. And when they use them, then usually only in low concentration. This fact, along with the latest scientific findings, has led us at Dr. Emi Arpa Skin to develop innovative products that preserve and promote the microbial diversity of the skin. Therefore, all products from Dr. Emi Arpa Skin contain fermented ingredients. The skincare products even contain at least 10% pre- and postbiotics.

Our star for the skin microbiome is the Essential Essence Skin Balancing Toner with 11% pre- and postbiotics that support the skin microbiome and have anti-inflammatory effects. Our Essential Essence Toner contains the highest concentration of ferments in DR. EMI ARPA Skincare! You can find the carefully selected ferments in the ingredient list as Bifida Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate and Bacillus Ferment.

Great toner that leaves the skin super beautiful and well-groomed, and above all helps to bring my skin back into balance.

STEPHANIE A.

After each application, it feels like my skin is thanking me for finally understanding what it needs.

INDIRA E.

Refreshing, soothing, and I feel that the subsequent products are better absorbed.

SUSANNE S.

DISEASES CAUSED BY A DISTURBED SKIN MICROBIOME

An imbalance in the skin microbiome, also called dysbiosis, can lead to various skin diseases:

  • Acne

Cutibacterium acnes can act both protectively and harmfully. In cases of dysbiosis, it contributes to the development of acne vulgaris. Acne often occurs during puberty when hormonally driven sebum production increases and the skin microbiome undergoes substantial changes. C. acnes breaks down components of skin sebum to generate energy, but in acne, this process becomes unbalanced, leading to the accumulation of pro-inflammatory substances. These substances attract white blood cells, whose death leads to typical pus-filled pustules.

  • Atopic Dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis is an inflammatory skin disease associated with reduced diversity of the skin microbiome and an overgrowth of Staphylococcus aureus.

  • Rosacea

Rosacea is characterized by redness and inflammation on the face. A dysbiosis of the skin microbiome, particularly an increase in certain bacteria and mites, is associated with rosacea. A higher density of Toll-like receptors-2 (TLR-2) activates the immune system and leads to inflammatory processes. In addition, some gut bacteria play a role in rosacea, and reducing these bacteria can alleviate the symptoms. These connections are referred to as the gut-skin axis.

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS TO SUPPORT THE SKIN MICROBIOME

Certain ingredients in skincare products can specifically support and strengthen the skin microbiome:

  • Bifida Ferment Lysate and Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate: These postbiotics improve visible skin redness and strengthen the skin barrier by promoting the formation of proteins that help stabilize the cell structures in the skin.

  • Lactococcus Ferment Lysate: Promotes skin renewal and accelerates the restoration of the skin barrier. It improves the function of the skin barrier, optimizes skin moisture, and regulates the skin's pH level, allowing the skin's lipid-forming enzymes to work close to their pH optimum, thus leading to an optimized skin barrier formation.

  • Bacillus Ferment may also have wound-healing properties.

  • Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide and Inulin: These prebiotics serve as a food source for bacteria and jointly support the commensal skin flora. They strengthen the skin barrier by inhibiting the growth of unwanted bacteria and can alleviate skin symptoms such as dryness and itching.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

The skin microbiome plays a central role in skin health by serving as a protective barrier against harmful microorganisms and regulating the immune system. A healthy skin microbiome can slow down skin aging processes and reduce the risk of skin diseases such as acne, atopic dermatitis, and rosacea. Dysbioses, i.e., imbalances in the microbiome, can, however, cause various skin problems.

Therefore, caring for the skin microbiome with suitable skincare products is essential. Innovative products with fermented ingredients (postbiotics) and prebiotics can support the microbiome and strengthen the skin barrier. Although so far only a few cosmetic companies in Germany (Europe) use such ingredients in sufficient concentration, Dr. Emi Arpa Skin has dedicated itself to this task. All our skincare products contain fermented ingredients to promote and maintain the microbial diversity of the skin.

The use of such ingredients is an important step in modern skincare and shows how scientific findings can lead to practical solutions that improve the well-being and health of the skin. Discover the benefits of targeted skin microbiome care and learn how our products can help maintain and promote your skin health.

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