Revolutionizing Skincare: The Microbiome Connection - Dr.Larry Weiss (Symbiome) : 347

The Joel Evan Show

In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Larry Weiss, CEO and founder of Symbiome, discusses the evolution of skincare through the lens of microbiome science. He reflects on his journey from natural products chemistry to the development of probiotic skincare, emphasizing the importance of understanding our microbiome and its role in health. Dr. Weiss explains how modern lifestyles have led to a loss of microbial diversity and resilience, contributing to various skin and health issues. He introduces Symbiome's innovative approach to skincare, which aims to restore the skin's natural microbiome and promote overall health through scientifically validated products. The discussion highlights the interconnectedness of skin health, gut health, and overall well-being, urging listeners to prioritize health and demand rigorous scientific validation in skincare products.

Takeaways

✅ The first probiotic skincare product was Mother Dirt.

✅ We are a holobiome, co-evolving with our microbiome.

✅ Health is defined by resilience in response to stress.

✅ The loss of microbial diversity is significant.

✅ Symbiome aims to restore the skin's natural microbiome.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey into Skincare and Microbiome

13:49 Understanding the Microbiome's Role in Health

26:05 The Science Behind Symbiome Products

38:45 Restoring Resilience Through Skincare