In this article, we will share general information about microbiome and how it is very important for skincare in a brief interview form..
WHAT IS MICROBIOME?
Our body is home to trillions of bacteria that work to protect us from pathogens, toxins, and other unsafe particles. This complex network is called the microbiome – a collection of the genomes of the microbes living inside and on our bodies – and from person to person, it is unique. Understanding the connections and pathways through which our body communicates can allow us to choose the right products for our skin and gut.
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WHY IS IT IMPORTANT FOR SKINCARE?
The skin is the largest organ which acts as a protective barrier between our internal bodies and external environments. Probiotics are the most beneficial bacteria for our microbiome health. Studies suggest that as a result of balancing our intestinal microbiome, probiotics also improve our skin health, since the skin surface mirrors our overall microbiome.
In addition to supplemental probiotics, the topical application of probiotics has been shown to reduce the proliferation of harmful microorganisms that cause discomfort and irritation on the skin’s surface, as everything we put on and into our bodies is absorbed and integrated into our system.
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WHAT DOES A MICROBIOME-FOCUSED SKIN CARE DO?
Balance is needed for a healthy microbiome. When our microbiome becomes unbalanced, we can end up compromising the task force of good bacteria that keeps our skin healthy, causing dryness and irritation. Furthermore, an imbalanced microbial ecosystem can lead to skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and rosacea. The good news is that developing studies show that an imbalance can be corrected with the effects of the topical application of probiotics. intō’s skincare line contains probiotics, and the topical application of our products are designed to maintain skin hydration, repair barriers, and benefit your skin’s microbiome.
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WHY DOES INTŌ PRODUCE PROBIOTIC SKINCARE PRODUCTS?
intō’s mission is to balance our consciousness, lifestyle and skin condition. Therefore, our mission is in perfect alignment with the core function of the microbiome: the complex system is only healthy when there is bacterial “balance”. intō produces probiotic skincare products to promote the quiet yet profound power of probiotics and the beauty of its "balance".