Skincare Products with Probiotics-Worth the Hype?

Probiotic skincare claims to rebalance the skin microbiome and reduce inflammation. But is there real science behind the trend? This session critically evaluates clinical evidence for topical probiotics, live biotherapeutics, and postbiotic extracts. Discussions will address regulatory challenges, delivery systems for viable microbes, and future directions in dermatocosmetics. The hype meets evidence here—what works, what doesn’t, and what’s next?