The Skin Microbiome Review

Paper-Based Bacterial Biosensors, the Future of Point-of-Care Devices?

Biosensors are described as analytical devices used to detect biomarkers, or analytes, which can be anything from toxic chemicals...

Bacteriophages of the Skin: How to Harness Their Potential

In this post we will be summarising multiple different articles looking at the biology of bacteriophages and their potential applications...

Malassezia: Commensal, Pathogen, or Protector?

The skin surface micro-environment is colonised by a wide range of microorganisms, including bacteria, archaea, viruses, and fungi.

The Fascinating Microbiome Connection in Twins: Unveiling the Secrets of Genetic and Environmental Influence

It is widely accepted that every individual’s microbiome is unique, influenced by factors such as sex, age, physical health, lifestyle...

How Much Do We Know About the Oral Microbiome?

Understanding the oral microbiome in health and disease is essential as it will give further directions to explore the...

What Do We Know About the Vaginal Microbiome?

When it comes to the personal care industry for intimate female care products, there is still a lot to be explored.

The Benefits of Understanding the Baby Microbiome

How important is it to understand the baby's microbiome?

Topical Steroid Withdrawal & the Skin Microbiome

Abstract Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) can affect the quality of life of individuals, and the fact that there is currently no cure...

Retinoids & the Skin Microbiome

Abstract Retinoids refer to a variety of topical vitamin A-based products used on the skin, they are used to treat mild acne and as a...

Benzoyl Peroxide & the Skin Microbiome

Abstract Benzoyl peroxide (BPO) is well known to be used for people that have acne. Although the effect of this drug in reducing acne is...

In Vivo Microbiome Testing Service for Personal Care Products

At Sequential, we have developed a complete end-to-end solution to support microbiome R&D, formulation support and claims support. In...