Structures of the Skin Microbiome and Mycobiome Depending on Skin Sensitivity.

ABSTRACT: Sensitive skin (SS) syndrome is a globally widespread, self-diagnosed discomfort characterized by subjective complaints. Although the skin microbiome is considered important in skin health, the relationship between the skin microbiome and skin sensitivity is still unknown. Here, we aimed to (i) investigate whether the microbiome and mycobiome of SS are distinct from those of non-sensitive skin (NS), and (ii) define the characteristics of the skin microbiome associated with skin sensitivity. A total of 42 Korean women subjects were recruited (SS, n = 23; NS, n = 19) and the microbiome/mycobiome of their right facial cheeks were analyzed. We identified the differential microbiome and mycobiome structures between SS and NS. The mycobiome of SS was more phylogenetically diverse t

SUBMITTER: Keum HL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7409107 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature