04/04/2021
Probiotics :We are all well aware of the added benifits of probiotics in our diet; did you know that applied topically Probiotics may help improve your skin’s microbiome?
Probiotics are live bacteria that support the healthy bacteria in our body, we know certain bacteria are good for us, and when incorporated in our skincare , we see the bad bacteria die off.
A growing body of evidence suggests that using probiotics intopical form may help prevent and treat skin conditions including eczema, acne, dry skin, and UV-induced skin damage.
Certain probiotics have been shown to boost the skin’s production of ceramides, or lipids (fats) that trap moisture in the skin and keep acne-causing bacteria levels in check.
People with eczema have lower levels of ceramides, so replacing it can be very important. Applying probiotic skin care products may reduce acne outbreaks and manage dry skin and eczema.
Studies also suggest that probiotics can help battle skin aging. Our skin's pH increases with age, making it drier and allowing more “bad” bacteria to grow.
UV damage from the sun also impairs the skin’s ability to fight free radicals, which are normal byproducts of our bodily metabolic processes that damage our cells.
Research suggests some probiotics feed healthy bacteria to balance the skin’s pH and protect against free radical damage.
Skin conditions like rosacea and atopic dermatitis as well as acne medications like retinoids and benzoyl peroxide can impair the skin’s barrier function that protects against bad bacteria.
Image Skincare I Mask Probiotic Face Mask available at Strand Apothecary, with its blend of yogurt-based probiotics and nourishing superfruits, this fortifying mask balances the skin's natural flora and helps it resist dehydration and imbalance. This deep green mask contains essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants to nourish the skin and fight the look of dullness and signs of damage. Purifying green clay and charcoal help to detoxify and clear away impurities, leaving the skin clean, smooth and refined.