Are probiotics worth the buzz? Probiotics, aka “good bacteria,” naturally occur in some of our favorite foods like organic yogurt, kombucha and kefir. They are not just incredible for gut health but are also a formidable skin support ingredient. In our newest blog Jenette talks about probiotics and why there are so many benefits of using lactobacillus in skincare.

Why Do You Use Probiotics in Your Line?

I create all-natural skincare products that promote clean, clear, and radiant skin. For my products to work best, I needed to find a preservative that was both sustainable and all-natural. While researching this, I read many medical journals and studies, stumbling upon a particular preservative that allows my products to live longer. 

This unique ingredient called Leucidal Liquid naturally preserves my products and prevents microbial contamination. It’s a lactobacillus praised for its anti-bacterial properties that protect the skin from future breakouts. Furthermore, recent studies have shown that it effectively prevents cancer cells and radiation damage from entering the dermis. Wow, how amazing is that?!

Using probiotics in skincare has now become pretty mainstream. Their properties boost your skin’s immune system, which is fantastic for anti-acne purposes, as well as anti-acne. They keep your skin cells alive and clear, keeping a radiant and healthy glow.

You will never find chemical preservatives such as propylene glycol or parabens in Jenette Skincare. We avoid these types of potentially harmful ingredients, at all costs. Studies have shown that these chemicals do not entirely leave our system. This could even be the leading cause of cancer for women. Our bodies act like a sponge, our skin being our largest organ! If your liver and kidneys can't filter these ingredients, what is happening to them, where are they going?

Which Jenette Skincare Products Feature Probiotics?

I first began using probiotics in my Just Add Sugar — Cacao Herbal Infusion Masque — with astonishing results. They allowed my masque to live longer and have more impact on the skin. Seeing these first results, I conducted further research into probiotics and started using them in more of my products until I used them in all my products, except for my soap bars  and my Be Clean - Detoxifying Elixir. These products preserve very well on their own! 

Probiotics and Anti-Aging

My all-natural, results oriented skincare line is preventative on so many levels , and probiotics add potent anti-aging properties to many of my  products. Top on the list…

Potion No.1 - Age Defying Serum This high-speed serum improves skin texture with every use: tones, lifts, calms and freshens, maintaining a haven of healthy hydration where skin can thrive. Potion No. 1 is a must-have for skin that needs balance or is more acneic or irritated. Also loaded with cold-pressed nutrients, this handcrafted, all-natural serum heals and repairs your skin, preventing stress and environmental damage from taking a toll. It’s a must in your arsenal to counter the effects of aging and environmental pollutants.

Potion No.2 - Age Defying Serum This multi-tasking super serum floods skin with hydration to instantly provide exceptional nourishment and radiance. Harnessing the power of probiotics, this luxurious facial serum is ideal for aging and dry skin offering hydration while softening the look of emerging lines and wrinkles.  Aside from trapping moisture, this magic potion shrinks pores and helps keep skin cells alive. Full of Vitamin C and cold-pressed vital nutrients, Potion No. 2 repairs skin impacted by sun, heat and environmental damage, while pure rose absolute balances hormones leaving you happy, calm and grateful.

Our most celebrated product, this serum acts as a natural retinol, leaving skin plump, firm and hydrated for an irresistible all day glow.  

Probiotics and Your Health

Many mainstream brands are moving in this direction as they discover how powerful and healing these gut and skin miracles are. However, be a conscious consumer and study the other ingredients! If you find a product that uses natural probiotics, ensure that it does not contain alcohol, sulfates, glycols, alcohol, and parabens. They effectively cancel out the healing benefits of what probiotics can truly do for your skin.

Remember that your skin acts as a mirror to your gut. A skincare regimen with probiotics paired with a probiotic-rich diet is crucial in maintaining radiant skin. In essence, a healthy digestive system promotes overall health — physical, mental, and skin-wise. A large part of our immune system lives in our GI tract. And your gut delivers more than 90% of the “feel-good” neurotransmitter serotonin, which regulates sleep, mood, and memory. So load up on our incredible probiotics-laced products to achieve perfect balance and that irresistible, healthy glow that requires no filters!