Skin, the first line of defence of the human body, supports a niche of microbiota to form a balanced, symbiotic ecosystem. Any imbalance between this association of skin or gut commensals leads to several known and unknown dermal disorders. Dermatologic conditions are now known to affect around one-third of the global population and are the fourth most common among all human diseases. To treat and restore the healthy ecosystem, medicinal and holistic approaches have gained popularity over the years.
The recent practices include either topical application, oral consumption, or a combination of the two in the forms of prebiotics, probiotics, or symbiotics for naturally healthy and esthetically pleasing skin. To share more insights on skin and gut microflora and how they affect our skin, we have Prof. Hok Bing Thio from the Netherlands joining us for an exclusive session - ‘Microbiota in…
