CosBeauty Magazine

Skin bacteria: THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE BALANCE

With the importance of gut bacteria on overall wellbeing now being universally recognised, researchers are turning their attention to the bacteria that lives on the skin’s surface.

The consumption of oral probiotics to promote health and balance gut bacteria has significantly increased over the last decade. Cosmetic chemists like myself now see this translating to topical skincare with clinical data supporting the positive impact of cosmeceutical prebiotic and probiotic products on the control and defence of the epidermis.

Up to

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from CosBeauty Magazine

CosBeauty Magazine1 min read
Contour, define & highlight
The goal is to create softly sculpt your features for added definition. Start by delicately contouring the hollows of your cheeks and the sides of your forehead with a cool-toned contour shade. Blend softly to achieve a natural shadow effect. Next, a
CosBeauty Magazine2 min read
From the EDITOR
Welcome to the first edition of CosBeauty Magazine for 2024! Last year, the beauty industry played a significant role towards diversifying traditional beauty standards – fuelled by the growing demand for authentic representation in the beauty landsca
CosBeauty Magazine3 min read
Get Your Glow On
Obsessed with naturallooking, glowing skin? You'll be right on board with the glowy makeup look. Makeup this summer will look clean, natural and dewy, giving the vibes of a laidback Aussie summer. It's low effort but high impact. Radiance-enhancing f

Related Books & Audiobooks