On April 12, 2024, we had the pleasure of participating in the National Scientific Conference on Sustainable Development in the Field of Cosmetics and Detergents, where, together with the Department of Chemistry and Organic Technology at the Cracow University of Technology, we discussed the current trend of skin microbiome care in cosmetic products. We presented the impact of manufacturing and storage conditions on the viability of probiotic bacteria and the health benefits of using probiotics in cosmetics.
The study focused on the effect of microsphere composition on the physicochemical properties and viability of probiotic bacteria during storage, and the results confirmed that the addition of a prebiotic and the coating of microcapsules with biopolymers significantly improve the survival of probiotic bacteria during long-term storage. It represents a toistotal step in the development of cosmetic products with beneficial effects on the skin microbiome.
Alicja Michalczyk, MSc, who participated in the conference on behalf of Łukasiewicz – IPO, emphasized the importance of probiotic cosmetics’ effect on the skin’s natural microbiome. This microbiome consists of both symbiotic microorganisms that maintain the skin’s good condition, as well as pathogenic microorganisms that cause inflammation and infections.
It is worth noting that the National Scientific Conference on Sustainable Development in the Field of Cosmetics and Detergents, organized by Łukasiewicz – ICSO “Blachownia”, aims to educate the public on sustainable development in the cosmetics and detergent industry.
During the event, the latest advancements in sustainable raw materials, production processes, and technologies, as well as the sustainable use of cosmetics and detergents to protect the environment, are presented. It is a unique opportunity to meet with other professionals and scientists in the field and exchange experiences in the area of sustainable development.
