By Dr. Nixcela Ares, Founder of Dr. NAR Beauty
The human gut hosts groups of microorganism that live symbiotically and play a significant role in maintaining gut-skin homeostasis. When the relationship between gut microbiome and the immune system is impaired, subsequent effects can be triggered on the skin, potentially promoting the development of skin diseases.
How does microbiome affect skin health?
- The skin microbiome promotes skin homeostasis. These microbes release an enzyme called protease that is involved in the skin’s desquamation process and renewal of the stratum corneum.
How does microbiome affect the skin?
- Dysbiosis (the imbalance between the types of organism presents in a person’s natural microflora) in the skin is associated with an altered immune response which promotes skin diseases, such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, acne vulgaris, dandruff, and even skin cancer.
How do I rebuild my skin microbiome?
- Keep yourself hydrated. Drink enough water. Decrease excess of salt and sugar from your diet. Incorporate prebiotics and probiotics daily.
Does microbiome affect hair?
- Microbiome shifts in deeper follicular compartments causes inflammation and hair loss, but hair regrowth is possible after inflammation regresses.
What is the impact to the body of disrupted human microbiome on the skin?
- An imbalanced microbiome can lead to skin problems: acne, eczema, dermatitis.
How can I improve my hair microbiome?
- You can restore scalp health by taking probiotics supplements or food rich in probiotic such as kombucha.
How does a healthy gut help hair growth?
- Healthy gut release vitamin K, folic acid, vitamin B 12, and biotin which are all essential for hair cycling and growth. Daily ingestion of probiotic is thought to promote healthy hair.
