Prebiotic Sugars

Prebiotic sugars are a class of bio-selective nutrients derived from natural sources like chicory root or sugar beets. In skincare, their primary function is to act as a food source for the beneficial microorganisms living on your skin, helping to foster a healthy and balanced skin microbiome. This promotes a stronger, more resilient complexion from the surface in.

Natural Science

Your skin is a bustling ecosystem, home to trillions of microorganisms collectively known as the skin microbiome. For this ecosystem to be healthy, there needs to be a harmonious balance between beneficial and harmful bacteria. Prebiotic sugars are specialized carbohydrates, such as alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, that selectively nourish the good bacteria.

Unlike our skin cells, which cannot process these complex sugars, beneficial microbes like Staphylococcus epidermidis readily consume them. This targeted feeding helps the "good guys" flourish and multiply, naturally crowding out the pathogenic bacteria that can lead to irritation, blemishes, and a compromised skin barrier.

Benefits of Prebiotic Sugars in Skincare

Incorporating prebiotic sugars into your routine helps reinforce your skin's natural defense system, leading to a calmer and more stable complexion. The key to understanding what do prebiotics do for skin lies in their ability to support your unique microbiome. This simple act of feeding good bacteria unlocks a cascade of positive effects.

• Balances the Skin Microbiome: By providing targeted nutrition, prebiotics help the friendly flora on your skin thrive. This strengthens the ecosystem, making it more difficult for harmful bacteria to take hold and cause issues like redness and breakouts.
• Strengthens the Skin Barrier: A well-fed microbiome is a productive one. Beneficial bacteria produce postbiotics—like peptides and enzymes—that are essential for a robust skin barrier. This enhances moisture retention and protects against environmental stressors.
• Soothes and Calms Skin: Many skin concerns, including sensitivity and redness, are linked to an imbalanced microbiome. Using prebiotic skincare for sensitive skin helps reduce the presence of inflammatory microbes, leading to a visibly calmer and more comfortable complexion. The benefits of alpha-glucan oligosaccharide are particularly noted for this soothing action.

How Its Used in Nuebiome Products

At Nuebiome, we understand the profound importance of balancing the skin microbiome for overall skin and body wellness. We harness the restorative power of Prebiotic Sugars in our innovative formulas to support your skin's natural ecosystem. Experience this nurturing ingredient in our Prebiotic Magnesium Muscle Recovery Flakes, designed to soothe your body while caring for your skin.

Frequently Asked Questions about Prebiotic Sugars

What is prebiotic sugar?

Prebiotic sugars are plant-derived carbohydrates that serve as a food source for the beneficial bacteria (probiotics) living on your skin. By selectively nourishing these good microbes, they help your skin's natural microbiome to thrive, promoting a more balanced and healthy ecosystem.

Does probiotic skincare actually work?

The concept of supporting the skin's microbiome is highly effective. While using live probiotics in skincare is difficult due to preservation challenges, prebiotic skincare is a stable and proven approach. Prebiotics work by feeding your skin's existing good bacteria, helping them flourish and fortify your skin's natural defenses.