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I only know that one day, both things became ubiquitous on social media feeds.

Ive always known about the bodys andguts microbiome, but the skins microbiome was relatively new to me.

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It had come up once or twice during my extensive research intoperioral dermatitis, but nothing was mainstream.

Then, last month, I saw a surprising body wash commercial playing on TV at the gym.

What is the microbiome?, the voice in the ad asked viewers.

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Meet the Experts

What are prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics?

Can you remember the first time you heard about probiotics?

Thats something that Icanrecall.

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She said it had good bacteria to fight off the bad.

Now were into not only probiotics, but prebiotics and postbiotics, too.

They are ingredients that help healthy bacteria grow to the best of their ability."

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What is the skin microbiome?

We know disruptions of the microbiome is associated with altered skin barrier function.

It is associated with dryness, premature aging, and even acne breakouts."

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Essentially, the more strains of bacteria you have, the healthier your skin is.

Then, they replace the bacterial strains that diseased skin is lacking for long-term treatment study.

What causes the skin to be disturbed?

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“Its important to understand what this actually means.

The same preservatives would kill any probiotics in the product itself.”

Christin Powell, product formulator and co-founder ofKinship, describes her brands approach to affordable microbiome-friendly skincare.

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The brand calls it The Kinbiome.

Mark our words: you’re going to start seeing alotof microbiome and probiotic-focused skincare in 2020 and beyond.

The standout product from the line is the AO+ Mist Live Probiotic Spray.

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For this brand, bacteria are definitely a way of life.

Best-sellers: Miracle Cleanser, Cell Revitalise Daily Moisturizer, The Probiotic Concentrate.

“It helps hydrate and repair your skin’s microbiome with probiotic extracts,” says Dr. Zeichner.

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La Roche Posay Toleriane Ultra

La Roche Posay Toleriane Ultra is a lightweight, comfortable-wearing daily moisturizer.

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