Is your skin microbiome the secret to body odor control? Many of us focus on skincare routines, but few consider the invisible world of good bacteria living on our skin. 

Welcome to Skin to It, the podcast where dermatologist Dr. Sandy Skotnicki and beauty enthusiast Marlo Sutton break down everything you need to know about healthy skin. 

In this episode, we dive deep into the science of microbiomes, exploring how they impact skin health, odor, and overall well-being.

Our special guest, Dr. Chris Callewaert (aka Dr. Armpit), is a leading expert in microbiome research. He shares groundbreaking insights into how skin flora affects body odor, how a microbiome imbalance can trigger skin issues, and why probiotics for skin are changing the future of dermatology.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The fascinating world of the skin microbiome and why it matters

• How an imbalance in skin flora may be linked to body odor

• The role of good bacteria, probiotics, and postbiotics in skincare

• How traditional deodorants impact your microbiome—and natural ways to fight body odor

• The latest advancements in skin microbiome testing & transplantation

• What Dr. Callewaert’s TED Talk on microbiome science revealed about skin health

Inside Dr. Callewaert’s Research:

• Pioneering work in skin microbiome transplant for body odor treatment

• Studying microbiome-friendly skincare and the impact of prebiotics & postbiotics

• Exploring how skin microbiome balance influences common skin concerns like aging, acne, and sensitivity

• Investigating the skin microbiome in indigenous populations like the Yanomami hunter-gatherers

• Training sniffer dogs to detect COVID-19 from sweat with >95% accuracy

Why It Matters:

Your skin flora plays a bigger role in skin health than you think. Whether you’re battling body odor, struggling with sensitive skin, or just curious about microbiome-friendly skincare, this episode provides science-backed tips that could change the way you approach healthy skin.

🎧 Tune in now and unlock the secrets of your skin microbiome!

Every Thursday on Skin to It, dermatologist Dr. Sandy Skotnicki and beauty enthusiast Marlo Sutton guide you through the maze of skincare, cutting through the noise to help you achieve your healthiest skin. Subscribe to ensure you never miss out on our skincare wisdom!

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