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    Glossary Skin Microbiome

    diverse community of microorganisms living on the skin's surface

    The skin microbiome, also known as the cutaneous microbiome or skin flora, refers to the diverse community of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, viruses, and mites, that reside on the skin's surface. These microorganisms play a crucial role in protecting against pathogens, modulating the immune system, and maintaining skin health. Understanding the skin microbiome is essential for both laypersons and professionals as it has implications for conditions like acne, eczema, and even alopecia.

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      research Acne, the Skin Microbiome, and Antibiotic Treatment

      134 citations , January 2019 in “American journal of clinical dermatology”
      This review summarizes recent research on the skin microbiome's role in acne development and how antibiotic treatments affect skin microbes, but it reports no new clinical results.

      research The Skin Microbiome: Current Landscape and Future Opportunities

      114 citations , February 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences”
      This review discusses the relationship between skin microbiome changes and conditions such as ageing and skin disease, emphasizing the need for further research, but reports no new findings.

      research The Human Skin Microbiome in Selected Cutaneous Diseases

      47 citations , March 2022 in “Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology”
      This review discusses the role of the skin microbiome in the pathogenesis of various skin disorders, such as atopic dermatitis and psoriasis, and reports no new clinical findings; it emphasizes potential therapeutic implications.

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