Ask a Dermatologist: Science of Skin Cleansing
How does cleansing affect the skin microbiome? Cleansing is an important part of the skin microbiome because it helps to restore the natural balance of good and bad bacteria. In acne prone individuals, we consider propionibacterium acnes as a pathogenic bacteria. P acnes otherwise doesn’t cause problems in other individuals. The reason is because excessive growth of p acnes occurs in individuals who produce a certain type of oil- defined by its physical and chemical composition. P. acnes has been identified in acne prone individuals which drives a vicious cycle of inflammation and comedone formation. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review on Spotify and Apple podcasts so the podcast can be enjoyed by more people! Sign up for our free Skincare Blueprint: Glow Up From Within newsletter to receive our welcome gift pack https://drtwl.substack.com/ New Release The Hormonal Acne Book - Holistic Acne Treatment & DIY Home Facials for Aestheticians Skincare Professionals https://a.co/d/1AgwzrI Teen Girls Home Spa Lab Skincare Secrets: Teen Survival Guide Series Skincare Simplified Edition With 36 Skincare Routine Planner Templates https://a.co/d/106AKT1 Skincare Decoded Complete Skin Science & Basic Dermatology for Aestheticians Skincare Professionals https://a.co/d/9Lhe2Sh Skincare Courses Skincare Expert and Medi-Facial Certificate Course https://www.udemy.com/course/skincare-expert-course/ Skincare Ingredients & Cosmeceutical Compounding Course https://www.udemy.com/course/skincare-ingredients-course-cosmeceuticals/ Holistic Acne Treatment—Botanicals, Advanced Cosmetology https://www.udemy.com/course/esthetics-cosmetology/ Acne Oil Control Facial Wash - Miel Honey™ Cleanser https://drtwlderma.com/product/miel-honeytm-cleanser/