SKIN MICROBIOME ARTICLES

Roelmi HPC describes a study that aims at presenting a particular innovative approach to rebalancing the skin microbiota by benefiting the skin and preventing its alterations. Through a soft process, the bacteria are inactivated but retains all the beneficial actions toward our skin.

Cosmebio explores why moving beyond formulations that are merely non-disruptive to the design of certified, microbiome-friendly cosmetics that significantly enhance microbial diversity is an essential step towards supporting skin resilience and optimizing the health of the entire metaorganism

The California Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (CASCC) has long stood as a source of innovation, community, and collaboration. Yet today, as we prepare to welcome thousands to Long Beach for our 2025 Suppliers’ Day, we stand at a turning point. This year marks a changing of the guard.

The first edition of Personal Care magazine was published in September 2000. Initially targeted at the Asian market, it has grown to become a truly global publication with distribution on every continent. Over the past 25 years, there have been plenty of ups and some downs. Editor Tim Probert tells the story.

When it comes to the skin microbiome, it is important to consider all the microorganisms and interactions between them. New technologies have overshadowed and replaced traditional in vitro cultivation for identifying microorganisms, as Gobiotics by Sweetch explains

Symrise presents ex vivo and in vivo data that demonstrates the ability of propanediol caprate to significantly reduce sweat malodour. It also provides proof that the developmental gap between in vitro and in vivo studies can be bridged.

Seiwa Kasei explains why its novel amino acid derivative Aminoflora contributes to a holistic approach in advancing overall skin wellbeing by comprehensively addressing skin, scalp, and hair health

Active Concepts details the findings of an assay designed to assess the effect of active ingredients to alter dendritic cell paracrine signaling molecules to kill detrimental organisms found on the skin, and, therefore, promote commensal microbiota. The results are said to allow skin care researchers to unlock the secrets of the skin microbiome, paving the way for targeted interventions and personalized cosmetic solutions

Biocogent explains why it is critical for microbiome-based innovations to be promoted and conveyed to the consumer with clarity and an appreciation for the sophistication of the subject matter and technology

Applying blue biotechnology, MC Actives and Microalgae Solutions biomimic marine benthic conditions to produce marine extracts rich in polyphenols and saccharides. This article describes a biotic ingredient to combat dysbiosis and improve skin integrity in acne-prone skin and oily skin

By exploring the prebiotic effect of certain Chinese medicinal plants, SpecChem introduces two new Lactobacillus ferment lysate ingredients for the upgrading of micro-ecological personal care products