When we say keep your hands away from your face, this is why!
Microbiologist Tasha Sturm colonised her child’s hand sample in a Petri dish and this is what grew! We are covered in billions of strains of bacteria. Plus we collect all sorts of microbes as we go about our regular daily life.
Having a strong skin microbiome is vital to protecting us from all kinds of things we come into contact with as our natural bacteria helps to neutralise the naughty stuff before it can get into our bodies.
The healthier our skin, the healthier our microbiome. But did you know that some skin care ingredients destroy our microbiome and the space that they live?
That’s why we say – Not all skin care is skin ‘care’!
Having a strong skin microbiome is vital to protecting us from all kinds of things we come into contact with as our natural bacteria help to neutralise the naughty stuff before it can get into our bodies.
The healthier our skin, the healthier our microbiome. But did you know that some skincare ingredients destroy our microbiome and the space which they live?
That’s why we say – Not all skin care is skin ‘care’!
Many thanks to the author of this blog Lynne Dicks who is the owner and founder of Skinology.
Lynne is a qualified VTCT Skin Specialist and Advanced Electrologist, Some years ago she decided to further her education and study Corneotherapy. The principles of corneotherapy are to keep the epidermis intact at all times, working from the outside in.
Lynne specialises in treating acne, rosacea, peri-oral dermatitis and age management with customised skincare and advanced technologies and has been involved in the beauty industry for over 30 years.
