The advantages of probiotic skincare are prevailing the beauty industry, and we, for one, are not surprised. Marie Drago – founder of probiotic-specialist brand Gallinée – prioritises this powerhouse ingredient for its ability to promote a healthy skin barrier. This barrier acts as our skin’s bodyguard, working to lock in the good and shut out the bad.

If skin appears dull, dry or sensitive, there’s a good chance the natural microbiome is unbalanced. A crucial part of our moisture barrier, the microbiome consists of good bacteria, viruses and fungi that live on our skin’s surface; they are micro-organisms that form a protective ecosystem to prevent bad bacteria from penetrating the outer layer.

When this barrier is compromised, skin can become stressed, hypersensitive and polluted. Gallinée recognise the restorative benefits of probiotics and prebiotics, utilising both ingredients in their products to help soothe, support and nourish the good bacteria of the microbiome.

What are Probiotics?

Probiotics are good, live bacteria that live on the skin. Working to protect our natural microbiome, probiotics play a vital role in achieving a functioning skin barrier. The good bacteria boost resilience, helping to ward off external aggressors that may pose a threat to our protective ecosystem. Probiotics help to optimise barrier function and reinstate balance in the skin, all the while battling a variety of concerns such as redness, sensitivity, dryness and hydration levels.

What are Prebiotics?

Prebiotics feed probiotics, enabling the good bacteria on our skin to thrive. Supporting a balanced microbiome, prebiotics help probiotics to prosper so we can maintain bright, healthy-looking skin. Applied topically, prebiotics aim to soothe and fortify a compromised skin barrier, leaving complexions calm and comfortable.

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