For most people living in the city, a skin care routine consists of layering with a plethora of products. A multi-step routine is pushed by the beauty industry. More steps equal more products equal more sales. That’s the industry standard, and most people have bought into it. Does my skin care routine matter? Absolutely, but…
What microbes live on my skin? We learned last month that our skin’s ecosystem is deeply complex and that the most effective way to maintain a healthy microbiome is to retain its diversity. How do we do this? About 100 species of bacteria make up most of the microbial biomass on your skin, but they…
What is a skin microbiome? Is mine healthy? Skin is our largest organ, and on it lives an entire ecosystem of microbes, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. They’re eating each other, competing for nutrients, and they’re forming alliances to fend off invaders. Say hello to your skin’s microbiome. I know this sounds messy, but the…
Your skin did not evolve to require the daily application of products. Particularly products that remove oil from the skin surface. In the century since soap has become integrated into our daily routine, skin diseases like acne and eczema have exploded in their prevalence. These are now the two most common skin ailments globally and…