A Breakthrough in Skincare – GOOD BUGS with Biojuve

Diabetes, obesity, depression, irritable bowel syndrome, cardiovascular disease – the list goes on for medical conditions which may be influenced by the gut microbiome.

It is not surprising therefore that the skin microbiome influences skin disease and health.

Normal skin houses many millions of bacteria per square centimeter, and they both produce and rely upon many small molecules including carbohydrates, peptides and fatty acids for health.

Understanding the Microbiome

Research on understanding the bacterial and chemical composition of normal skin and the effects of topical preparations has been growing rapidly in the last few years.

A recent breakthrough in understanding has come with the isolation of the ‘friendly’ bacterial species Cutibacterium defendens. This species has unique abilities to reduce inflammation and produce protective substances for the skin.

Biojuve – the skincare range based on friendly bacteria

The Biojuve scientists have pioneered research into producing a topical skin-care range including Cutibacterium defendens. This is now available in Australia and includes serums containing the bacteria as well as product containing the helper molecules.

The Biojuve range is indicated to improve inflammatory skin conditions such as acne, rosacea and perioral dermatitis, but also significantly to help other skin parameters such as texture, tone and under eye puffiness.

For more information see:
Rhee MS, Alqam ML, Jones BC, Phadungpojna S, Day D, Hitchcock TM. Characterization of a live Cutibacterium acnes subspecies defendens strain XYCM42 and clinical assessment as a topical regimen for general skin health and cosmesis. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2023 Mar;22(3):1031-1045. doi: 10.1111/jocd.15510. Epub 2022 Nov 14. PMID: 36374551.

By Dr. David Main