Does the Skin Have a Microbiome?
The first thought that likely comes to mind when you hear the word “microbiome,” is the gut. But the human microbiome extends far beyond the intestines. The word microbiome refers to the trillions of microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites that call the human body home.1 These little critters, especially bacteria, are mostly concentrated in the small and large intestine, but also inhabit the skin.1