Probiotics for skin. What are the benefits?

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You may have ever heard of probiotics, but do you know what uses and benefits they have for skin health? Today we enter the world of probiotics, how they help the skin’s microbiome and the advantages they offer to those seeking to achieve radiant skin.

INTRODUCITON: WHAT IS THE SKIN’S MICROBIOME

The skin is our border organ and on its surface, we have our first interaction with the external environment: an ecosystem formed by bacteria, fungi and viruses, called microbiome or microflora.

The skin microbiome plays a fundamental role in maintaining skin health and therefore performs several functions.

MAIN FUNCTIONS OF THE MICROBIOME

• PH REGULATION: The microbiome produces certain components that contribute to the “acid mantle” of the stratum corneum, maintaining the slightly acidic pH of the skin
• MAINTAINS THE MICROBIOLOGICAL SKIN BARRIER: Provides protection against the invasion of pathogenic or harmful organisms, also thanks to the acidic pH.
• HYDRATES THE SKIN: By producing substances that are part of the hydrolipidic mantle, it helps prevent transepidermal water loss, that is, it prevents your skin from losing hydration.

To help the microbiome perform all its functions, it is vital to keep it balanced. This is where probiotics come into play.

WHAT ARE PROBIOTICS

The term “probiotic” in its original meaning was defined by the WHO and FAO as “living organisms that, when administered in adequate quantities, confer a health benefit to the host.”

However, this term is very often used in a broader sense, also covering certain types of microbial preparations such as extracts and cell lysates.

SO, WHAT KIND OF PROBIOTICS ARE USED IN SKINCARE?

In the cosmetics industry, the application of live bacteria would require enormous transformations in terms of product handling during production, storage and delivery.

That is why, unlike the food industry, live microorganisms are not used in skincare, but rather microbial preparations.

The most used probiotic in cosmetics is Lactobacillus Ferment, a probiotic technology active ingredient formed by a bacterial lysate.

WHAT BENEFITS DO PROBIOTICS PROVIDE FOR THE SKIN?

Alterations in the balance of the microbiota lead to skin disorders or infections such as acne, dermatitis, inflammation, redness or xeroderma. One route to achieve and maintain this complex ecosystem in balance is through the use of probiotics.

The benefits of using probiotics for the skin are:

• They contribute to the health of the skin’s microbiome
• Accelerate skin repair, improving cell renewal
• They keep the skin hydrated for longer.
• They stimulate collagen production, increasing skin elasticity and minimizing the appearance of wrinkles
• They help improve barrier function

SKINCARE PRODUCTS WITH PROBIOTICS

If you are interested in experiencing the effects of this active ingredient, we recommend the Piel·e Cosmetics Nourishing Rich Mousse. An ultra-hydrating cream specifically formulated for dry, mature or sensitive skin with 94% ingredients of natural origin.

• High in antioxidants
• Probiotics
• Carrot stem cells from Elche, Spain
• Complex of actives derived from Spanish-grown rice

Get visibly healthier and more radiant skin without complications

In conclusion, we have seen how the topical application of probiotics in cosmetics helps to rebalance the skin microbiota. This makes it an essential ingredient to maintain the health of your skin.

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