Chances are you or someone you love struggles with a skin condition such as acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis or premature aging. Turns out, many of these cases are the result of not having enough good bacteria on our skin and in our bodies. The good news is by putting those microscopic warriors back where they belong, they can clear up skin issues pronto. Just ask Danielle Fleming. The New Jersey mother of three told CBN News after years of hiding from people, she can finally enjoy her life. She used to dread social occasions because she was so embarrassed about the way her skin looked. “I was having issues with acne all around my mouth area, kind of patches of dry spots and red bumps and it was just terrible,” she said, “I tried covering it up with makeup but it didn’t work.’
You Can Be Too Clean
Danielle’s not alone. Unsightly skin conditions like acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, and premature aging are on the increase. Health experts now say it’s largely due to the destruction of the tiny critters on our skin tasked with keeping it healthy. Celebrity dermatologist Whitney Bowe told CBN News that only within the last couple of years have scientists fully realized our obsession with cleanliness is doing more harm than good. “You’ve got to get a little dirty to have beautiful, glowing skin,” she smiled. In her book, Dirty Looks: The Secret to Beautiful Skin
, Dr. Bowe says things like antibacterial soaps and harsh scrubbing tools wipe-out the good bacteria on our skin. Groundbreaking research uncovered our skin’s microbiome. We can’t see this vast ecosystem, but our skin’s health and appearance depend on its balance.
“A lot of people don’t realize that our skin is covered in trillions of microscopic organisms,” She explained. “So right after you get out of the shower in the morning when you think you are clean, your body is covered. Again, trillions and they are just swarming through your eyelashes and diving into your belly button.”
