June 2026 in “Frontiers in Physiology” In this study, a topical cream containing 3% lactic acid ferment lysate (VHProbi ® MixP) was found to significantly reduce sebum, porphyrin levels, and pore size, while increasing hydration and improving skin texture in participants with oily skin over a 60-day period.
May 2025 in “Lasers in Medical Science” In this study, 13 androgenetic alopecia patients receiving Er: Yag laser treatment showed a significant increase in Staphylococcus spp. three days post-treatment, suggesting the laser may help modulate scalp microbiota balance.
November 2025 in “Journal of Pioneering Medical Science” This systematic review reported that probiotics, prebiotics, synbiotics, postbiotics, and dietary supplements may improve hair density and reduce dandruff severity in individuals with scalp disorders, potentially by modifying inflammation, oxidative stress, and microbiota composition; however, variability across studies limits the strength of these conclusions.
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October 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study observed that the cutaneous microbiome in psoriasis patients differs both qualitatively and quantitatively from healthy individuals, suggesting a potential link to psoriasis pathogenesis.
June 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” In this study, researchers observed significant differences in microbial composition between UV-induced fluorescent and non-fluorescent scalp areas in patients with androgenetic alopecia, noting a higher abundance of Cutibacterium in the fluorescent regions.