Poets Atelier

Learn about the skin microbiome

The skin microbiome, also known as the skin’s microflora, refers to the diverse community of micro-organisms that reside on the skin’s surface. These microorganisms play a critical role in maintaining skin health by supporting the immune system, inhibiting growth of pathogens and maintaining strong barrier function.

What factors can disrupt the skin microbiome balance?    

Harsh skincare products or over-cleansing
Hormonal fluctuations
Environmental stressors, such as humidity, pollution and UV radiation
Lifestyle factors, such as diet, stress, and sleep

When the skin microbiome is disrupted, it can lead to skin issues like dryness, sensitivity, inflammation, and even acne or eczema.

How can I maintain a balanced skin microbiome?

To maintain a healthy and balanced skin microbiome, focus on the outer layer of skin and create the optimal environment for beneficial bacteria to thrive.

Choose skincare products that respect the skin’s natural pH and lipid barrier. Avoid harsh ingredients, such as sulfates, alcohol, and synthetic fragrances, which can strip the skin and disrupt the microbiome. Less is more, a higher percentage of an active ingredient doesn’t necessarily mean it’s more effective.

Avoid over-cleansing. Washing your face too frequently can remove beneficial microorganisms and natural oils, weakening the skin barrier.

Protect your skin from environmental stressors: Wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin from UV radiation, and consider using antioxidant-rich skincare products to help neutralise free radicals.

Skincare products that include prebiotics (complex sugars), feed the healthy bacteria on the skin and help to sustain and build healthy micro flora. Ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and saccharide isomerate are sugar-like molecules that helps the skins natural moisturising factor by creating a healthy environment for the skin to regenerate and heal. Postbiotics found in fermented skincare ingredients provide beneficial enzymes and micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, amino acids, essential fatty acids) to the skin.

Maintain a healthy lifestyle: A nutrient-rich diet, regular exercise, stress management, and adequate sleep all contribute to overall skin health.

Poets Atelier Focus

We have selected ingredients that have been proven to fade and prevent hyperpigmentation, dark spots, redness and discolouration. Our multi-pathway approach using natural plant extracts, botanical oils and patented biotech actives work synergistically to target various stages of melanin production, delivering even skin tone and a brighter complexion. Our products are free of hydroquinone.

The Poets Atelier Difference

Bio-Fermentation

Going beyond industry standards, our lab uses strain specific microbes to bio-ferment a thoughtful selection of nutrient-rich botanical extracts and oils.

This Probiotic Culture Transformation Process allows us to create our own bio-ferments which increases the bioavailability of our raw ingredients by unlocking a spectrum of micronutrients and new complex compounds.

Transparency

We are committed to using ingredients in the concentrations that have been clinically proven to deliver results.
We adhere strictly to the highest industry standards and ensure full compliance with EU cosmetic regulations, banning over 1600 ingredients. In addition we exclude hyaluronic acid in our formulations as it has been shown to trigger dermatitis when misused (as it often is!).

Wellness

Poets Atelier is grounded in the belief that skincare should be uplifting and encourage self-confidence.

All complexions, particularly sensitive, hormonal or stressed skin can benefit from our bio-fermented skincare. We aim to revive the skin’s diverse ecosystem to its most resilient state.

Though we exclude pure essential oils, perfume and artificial fragrances in our skincare products, we still ensure a pleasant aromatic and sensory experience.