Probiotics

Also known as prebiotics, postbiotics, microbiome skincare, lactobacillus ferment

What do probiotics do for skin?

Probiotics in skincare are ingredients made from helpful bacteria, usually as ferments or lysates. They support your skin's microbiome, the layer of good bacteria that keeps irritants out. Skin with a balanced microbiome is less red, less reactive, and holds water better.
Best forSensitive skin Redness Skin barrier Acne-prone skin

Pairs well with

  • Ceramides
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Colloidal oatmeal

Use with caution

  • Harsh cleansers that strip your skin
  • Overusing acids alongside them

Probiotics FAQs

Prebiotics feed good bacteria, probiotics are the bacteria, and postbiotics are the helpful substances bacteria make. Most skincare uses postbiotics and ferments.

Most don't. Live bacteria are hard to keep stable in a jar, so brands use ferments and lysates that give similar benefits.

Probiotic skincare calms the redness of acne and supports your skin barrier. Use it next to a proven acne treatment.

You can use it morning and night. It is gentle enough for sensitive skin.

Related reading

Your skin barrier: what it is and why it matters Why sensitive skin reacts and how to calm it Should you take supplements for your skin?

This content on this page is for general information only and is not medical advice. Always speak to a dermatologist before starting a new skincare routine.