Restoration of the skin microbiome

Now products with probiotics and prebiotics are at the peak of popularity: they are believed to be able to regulate the skin microbiome. How does it work and, most importantly, what does it mean for our youth and beauty?

What is the skin microbiome

Speaking of microflora, we most often mean the intestines and the bacteria that inhabit it. Many bacteria also live and thrive on our skin, interacting with its cells in a well-established pattern of evolution. This is the microbiome. And if earlier it was believed that the health of the skin depends on its purity, almost sterility, now experts are sure of the opposite: the richer the microbiome, the less problems await us.

Why do we need these hordes of bacteria, fungi and other microorganisms invisible to the eye? All of them fulfill an important mission:

  • protect the skin from aggressive environmental factors – temperature extremes, wind, dust, UV and electromagnetic radiation, etc .;

  • help heal wounds;

  • participate in skin renewal;

  • regulate its water balance and acidity level.

Experts are convinced that the richer the skin microbiome, the less problems await us.

Normally, microorganisms live together, but if their shaky world is disturbed, various problems can appear – from oily or, conversely, dry skin, to dermatitis or acne.

Can the skin microbiome be damaged?

Undoubtedly. And it’s easy to do if:

  • abuse antibacterial agents – use antibiotics locally (and inside) without the consent of a doctor;

  • do not protect from sunlight;

  • lean on simple carbohydrates – pathogenic microbes are crazy about sweets;

  • often experience anxiety and stress;

  • it is illiterate to care for the skin – not to protect it from wind and frost, not to clean it enough or too diligently.

How to restore skin microflora

In short, do nothing from the previous list!
More precisely, do the opposite:

  • try to lead a healthy lifestyle;

  • use local antibiotics only on the recommendation of a doctor;

  • properly care for the skin (do not neglect care, but do not be too zealous with it, select products according to skin type);

  • pay attention to cosmetics with pre- and probiotics in the composition.

Loving your skin means taking care of its microbiota.

Benefits of cosmetics with probiotics

Probiotics called the microorganisms themselves, their fragments or derivatives (lysates). Probiotic derivatives can be found in the composition of cosmetics. For example, bifidobacteria lysates have proven to be excellent regulators of the microbiome. used in cosmetics and prebiotics. Vegetable oils and extracts, as well as carbohydrates, are pasture for the bacteria we need.

Cosmetics with probiotics help:

  • reduce sensitivity, excessive oiliness or dryness of the skin;

  • restore it after exposure to the sun, laser and injection procedures, the use of antibacterial agents;

  • restrain age-related changes (with age, the microbiome becomes more scarce);

  • protect against aggressive environmental factors.

Cosmetics with probiotics are suitable for any skin, but are especially indicated for dry, sensitive and aging skin.

Review of cosmetic products with pre- and probiotics

Probiotic-based products have become a new word in Lancôme anti-aging care. Interesting combinations of components give a wonderful effect, influencing a variety of age-related changes.

Youth activator with a new complex of 7 pre- and probiotics Advanced Génifique, a new formula

The tool helps to restore the microbiome of the skin and strengthen its protective barrier. Already after 7 days, the skin becomes smoother and more elastic, the tone evens out, and wrinkles are reduced.

Advanced Génifique Sensitive Double Action Youth Concentrate

The activation of the agent occurs immediately before the first use: for this, you need to mix the main agent with a concentrate, which includes vitamin E and ferulic acid. Reduces the appearance of signs of skin aging, and also protects the skin from daily negative environmental influences, soothing it and reducing sensitivity.

Advanced Génifique Yeux Light-Pearl Youth Activator Eye Treatment

The probiotic formula helps reduce puffiness under the eyes, dark circles and expression lines, strengthens eyelashes, makes the skin more elastic and radiant.

Advanced Génifique Yeux Light-Pearl Hydrogel Eye Mask

Mask with probiotic extract quickly reduces bags and dark circles under the eyes. 20 minutes is enough for your look to become rested and more expressive.

Advanced Génifique Yeux anti-aging eye cream

Cream for the skin around the eyes with a fresh gel texture and active ingredients effectively resists age-related changes, external negative factors, gives a healthy glow to the skin around the eyes, reducing wrinkles and dark circles.

Advanced Génifique Hydrogel Melting Mask

One mask contains the same amount of probiotic extract as Advanced Génifique Youth Activator. Thanks to the shock dose of active ingredients, the skin instantly becomes hydrated, smoothed and looks more radiant.

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