Latest Skin Microbiome Articles

Infected Eczema: What Doctors and You Can Do

Eczema can be worsened by staph infection. Learn about treatments for staphylococcus infected eczema. Find an eczema treatment that works for you.

Hadar Lev-Tov, MD, MASAugust 16th 2018
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The Role of the Microbiome in Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the skin, joints, and heart. Learn about how the microbiome changes in psoriasis.

Hannah YanJuly 15th 2018
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The Tiny, Microscopic Reason Behind Your Zit:...

The C. acnes bacteria is a cause of acne but it's not so simple. Research shows that the diversity of the C. acnes bacteria and the skin microbiome matter.

Pearl DoanJuly 4th 2018
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Your Skin Bacteria Might Be a Mosquito Bite M...

Mosquito bites bacteria can cause skin irritation as well as disease. Learn what attracts mosquitoes to human skin to prevent yourself from disease. Learn why mosquitos bite you. 

Pearl DoanMay 6th 2018
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Is Baby Poop Good For Your Face?

A new beauty trend is to use baby poop face masks. Learn if there is any science behind the poop facial.

Tammy WuFebruary 14th 2018
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Fungal Microbiome (Mycobiome): ​The Fungus Am...

The fungal microbiome is a natural and healthy part of the skin. Read on to learn about the skin fungal microbiome in health and disease.

Megan O'ConnorFebruary 14th 2018
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Are Bacteria Hiding on Your Toothbrush?

Your toothbrush can be the home to many different types of bacteria a. Change out your toothbrush and replace your toothbrush after being sick. 

Tara GhalamborFebruary 7th 2018
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Six Causes for Scalp Scaling and Flaking

Find out the cause of dry scalp and dandruff. A dry flakey scalp can be embarrassing and uncomfortable. Avoid dry scalps and dandruff by understanding the causes. Scaling on scalp can be common.

Stephanie WongJanuary 8th 2018
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Plant-Based Diet and What it Does for Skin He...

Avoiding animal products can benefit skin health. Refer to this plant-based and vegan skin care guide for plant sources of nutrients and minerals for flawless skin

Alexandra Vaughn, MDJanuary 1st 2018
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Safety of Antifungals in Pregnancy and Lactat...

Antifungal creams during pregnancy raise safety concerns. Learn how to treat fungal infections safely with antifungal creams. Are antifungals pregnancy safe?

Megha Trivedi, MDOctober 11th 2017
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How Does the Microbiome Control Our Skin's Ge...

The microbiome and epigenetics may be related to benefit your health. The skin's genes are sensitive to good and bad bacteria. Click to learn more

Elizabeth Usedom, MDSeptember 18th 2017
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The Skin Microbiome in Eczema

It is important to keep your skin microbiome diverse when you suffer from eczema. Read about resetting your microbiome with bleach baths and other eczema treatments.

Raja Sivamani, MD, MS, APAugust 14th 2017
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5 Alternatives to Steroids for Eczema

Alternative treatments to steroid cream for eczema. List of remedies to treat eczema without steroids. Avoid harsh steroid cream side effects.

Raja Sivamani, MD, MS, APAugust 14th 2017
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You and Your Dog Might Share a Microbiome

Your dog has thousands of bacteria on there paws and fur. You and your furry friend might share a similar microbiome. You and your pet may be closer than you think

Alexandra Vaughn, MDMay 14th 2017
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Preventing Skin Disease with Diet

Quick summary on the latest scientific evidence for foods that tackle acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin cancer. Good nutrition can help prevent skin disease.

Alexandra Vaughn, MDMay 2nd 2017
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How Does the Microbiome Change in Eczema?

The microbiome is a community of bacteria that live on your skin and are extremely important for your overall skin health especially when it comes to treating eczema. 

Raja Sivamani, MD, MS, APApril 10th 2017
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5 Surprising Myths About Eczema Explained by ...

Learn what really causes eczema to flare from our skin dermatologists. Learn about eczema misconceptions and cures. Find the right eczema treatment for you.

Raja Sivamani, MD, MS, APApril 3rd 2017
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Leaky Gut and Atopic Dermatitis: What is the ...

There have been ties between leaky gut and eczema. There are triggers in the body that cause these two things to be linked, whether it may be an allergy or other triggers.

Peter Lio, MDNovember 30th 2016
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Balancing Your Microbiome for Eczema

Eczema can lead to overgrowth of bacteria. Learn what balances the skin microbiome for atopic dermatitis through bathing and benzoyl peroxide for eczema relief

Raja Sivamani, MD, MS, APJuly 24th 2016
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Probiotics: A Bacterial Balancing Act for Ski...

Probiotics can be used for acne. Learn how harmful bacteria can be fought with probiotics for the skin care.

Erika StalderJuly 13th 2016
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