News about the microbiome

We welcome a family company in the truest sense into our Microbiome-friendly family: Innersense Organic Beauty.

Following up on our Exciting insights from the last 12 months of microbiome research article, today we look further into the latest news about the microbiome in more areas of health and wellbeing.

You might already know that we cannot survive without the trillions of microbes that live in and on our bodies, influencing everything from gut and skin health to our immune systems. But did you ever wonder, how we got these microbes in the first place?

The male grooming industry is booming. Well-groomed beards are a hot trend and represent a beauty ideal, many men strive for. They symbolize masculinity, attractiveness, maturity and style.. What many people don’t know about beards, however, is that they house a plethora of tiny microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi and mites – collectively called the beard microbiome.

In 2023 once again, living a healthier life tops people’s New Year's resolutions: 52 percent of Americans plan on exercising more, followed by eating healthier, losing weight and reducing stress on the job.

Our microbiome does not only influence our physical but also our mental health. Learn more about the connection between the gut and depression in this article.

There are trillions of little organisms living in and on your skin that are crucial for your skin’s health. You might accept this so far. But what about the fact that there are mites having sex on your skin while you are sleeping? 

Microbiome research might seem a little crazy at times. Microbiome research on athletes no less. Here are two examples of some of the latest fascinating research on the microbiome and sports.

The “Microbiome-friendly” quality seal has successfully entered the US-market and is now proceeding to the European market. Up until today, more than 250 products can call themselves “Microbiome-friendly”.