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The Skin Microbiome Review

Mar 18, 2024
How do I test my microbiome?
The microbiome refers to the collection of trillions of microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungi, and viruses, that live in and on your...

Mar 11, 2024
What are the best Microbiome Tests?
As interest in the human microbiome grows, various microbiome tests have emerged, each offering unique insights into our health....

Mar 4, 2024
How to Test My Microbiome at Home?
Advancements in next-generation sequencing (NGS) have made it easier for consumers to analyse their microbiome at home, providing...

Feb 26, 2024
How do you formulate Skincare Products?
Formulating skincare products is a process that combines different ingredients to provide targeted skin benefits. The type of product...

Feb 20, 2024
Paper-Based Bacterial Biosensors, the Future of Point-of-Care Devices?
Biosensors are described as analytical devices used to detect biomarkers, or analytes, which can be anything from toxic chemicals...

Feb 20, 2024
Bacteriophages of the Skin: How to Harness Their Potential
In this post we will be summarising multiple different articles looking at the biology of bacteriophages and their potential applications...

Feb 19, 2024
Malassezia: Commensal, Pathogen, or Protector?
The skin surface micro-environment is colonised by a wide range of microorganisms, including bacteria, archaea, viruses, and fungi.

Feb 19, 2024
The Fascinating Microbiome Connection in Twins: Unveiling the Secrets of Genetic and Environmental Influence
It is widely accepted that every individual’s microbiome is unique, influenced by factors such as sex, age, physical health, lifestyle...

Feb 19, 2024
What is microbiome formulation?
Less is More approach Statistically, Women typically apply around 16 beauty products each day, exposing their skin to about 515 synthetic...

Feb 12, 2024
What disrupts the skin microbiome?
The skin microbiome is an intricate ecosystem of bacteria, fungi, and viruses that protect and maintain skin health (Smythe & Wilkinson,...

Feb 6, 2024
How Much Do We Know About the Oral Microbiome?
Understanding the oral microbiome in health and disease is essential as it will give further directions to explore the...

Feb 6, 2024
What Do We Know About the Vaginal Microbiome?
When it comes to the personal care industry for intimate female care products, there is still a lot to be explored.

Feb 6, 2024
The Benefits of Understanding the Baby Microbiome
How important is it to understand the baby's microbiome?

Feb 5, 2024
How do I rebuild the skin microbiome?
Our skin, as we know to be the body's largest organ, hosts a plethora of microorganisms. An elaborate ecosystem of bacteria, fungi, and...

Jan 29, 2024
What Is a Skin Microbiome Kit?
A skin microbiome test kit is a diagnostic tool designed to analyse the microorganisms living on the surface of the skin. These kits...

Jan 22, 2024
How do I know if my skin doesn’t like my products?
Choosing the right skincare product is important, because each person's skin is different in composition and sensitivity, even...

Jan 15, 2024
What does a clinical research organization do?
Contract research organizations also known as clinical research organizations (CROs) have become essential in supporting research across...

Jan 8, 2024
How do I choose a CRO specializing in microbiome research?
As microbiome research continues to grow, the number of contract research organizations (CRO) that fund, carry out, and oversee...

Jan 1, 2024
Why should clinical trials be carried out for cosmetic innovations?
Clinical trials are crucial for driving innovation and improving products in the personal care industry. They provide a structured...

Nov 24, 2023
Topical Steroid Withdrawal & the Skin Microbiome
Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) can affect the quality of life of individuals, and the fact that there is currently no cure means that this

Nov 22, 2023
Retinoids & the Skin Microbiome
Retinoids refer to a variety of topical vitamin A-based products used on the skin, they are used to treat mild acne and as a preventative me

Nov 22, 2023
Benzoyl Peroxide & the Skin Microbiome
Abstract Benzoyl peroxide (BPO) is well known to be used for people that have acne. Although the effect of this drug in reducing acne is...


Nov 22, 2023
In Vivo Microbiome Testing Service for Personal Care Products
At Sequential, we have developed a complete end-to-end solution to support microbiome R&D, formulation support and claims support. In...
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