The commensal bacteria or microbiota on our skin is thought to contribute to host health, protecting the host against a range of infections, including wound healing and anti-cancer properties. In this ...

According to my dermatologist, the constellation of zits that marred my face was likely an overgrowth of the bacterium Cutibacterium acne. It’s well known that C. acnes play a key role in acne ...

Acne is a common problem that affects about 90% of teenagers. It occurs during a time of low self-esteem and high concern about appearance. There are many acne products on the market, and making ...

Much like a spot before prom night, the teen skincare craze has erupted, inundating the beauty industry with a whirlwind of products and routines aimed at tackling everything from acne to those ...

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more If you have acne-prone skin or struggle with breakouts, you may know the benefits of retinol or pimple ...

I never dealt with pimples (or needed a face wash for acne) until the pandemic, when I, along with lots of others, developed maskne, triggered by wearing masks for many hours a day. Mine was a ...

Applied microbiology is a scientific discipline that deals with the application of microorganisms and the knowledge about them. Applications include biotechnology, agriculture, medicine, food ...

Isotretinoin, a synthetic retinoid, is the only acne treatment that reverses all factors in the pathogenesis of acne, resulting in normalizing abnormal hyperkeratination, decreasing P. acnes ...

But stress is only one culprit. Here are some reasons why you may be experiencing acne or overly dry skin during coronavirus isolation. Like Carroll said, the outbreak of the novel coronavirus is ...

Its hero ingredient is a patented live skin probiotic, Micrococcus luteus, that naturally lives on healthy human skin and inhibits pathogenic bacteria like Cutibacterium acnes, which contributes ...