3-Step Guide to Calmer Skin (Microbiome Care)

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👄Oral Microbiome Guide is here

🥦Gut Microbiome Guide is here. 

Principles: moderate hygiene • protect the peacekeepers • feed skin probiotics (AllerKream)

General Principle: feed what your skin produces

• Skin probiotics eat skin oil (sebum). Sebaceous glands are densest on the face/scalp, chest, and back.
• Oil varies by person and age. People make less oil before puberty and less again with age.
• Adjust the amount by area. Drier/low-sebum zones (limbs) may need slightly more; oil-rich zones (face/scalp/chest/back) may need less.
• Best timing: feed after washing—that’s when natural oils and friendly microbes most need replenishment.

1) Moderate skin hygiene (less/fewer, but better)

• Shower/bathe: aim 3–5×/week. On off-days, do a quick warm rinse (armpits/groin/feet) or use a damp cloth.
• Water & time: warm, not hot; 5–7 min.
• Cleansers: mild, fragrance-free; only on sweaty/soiled areas. Rinse-only for arms/legs/torso when possible.
• Drying: pat dry; don’t rub.
• Right after washing (2–3 min): go straight to Step 3.
• Avoid: daily full-body soaping, hot showers, long baths, antibacterial soaps, loofahs/aggressive scrubs.

2) Remove harsh chemicals (protect the peacekeepers)

• Skip: antibacterial/antimicrobial washes, strong acids, sulfates (SLS/SLES), heavy fragrances, triclosan, harsh alcohol toners.
• Laundry: free-and-clear detergent; avoid fabric softeners.
• Deodorant: low-fragrance, aluminum-free.
• Hands: if you sanitize, moisturize after (small amount of AllerKream or bland moisturizer).
• Sun: mineral sunscreen (zinc/titanium), fragrance-free.

3) Feed skin probiotics (AllerKream) — daily & post-shower

• Daily targeted use (troubled spots): pea-size per forearm-sized area, twice daily (AM after rinse, PM before bed). Thin, even film—don’t overapply.
• Whole-body maintenance (after each shower): within 2–3 min on slightly damp skin, apply a light, thin layer over the whole body to support comfortable, healthy-feeling skin, joints, and muscles.
• Flex the amount by area/season: drier & low-sebum areas (limbs) may need slightly more; oil-rich zones (face/scalp/chest/back) may need less.
• Focus passes: arms, legs, back, shoulders, high-friction zones. Avoid eyes, mucous membranes, open wounds, freshly shaved/irritated areas.
• If extra dryness: seal with a bland, fragrance-free moisturizer on top.
• Patch test: first use—coin-size area, check after 24 h.
• Consistency: give it 2–3 weeks for the microbiome to stabilize.

If you work out / sweat

• Showering right after sweating isn’t always necessary. Skin probiotics can do well in the salty sweat environment.
• If you prefer to rinse: warm-water rinse, skip full-body soap when possible.
• Post-rinse: apply a thin whole-body layer of AllerKream within 2–3 min; add a bit extra to high-friction areas.
• Reserve cleanser for armpits/groin/feet or visibly soiled areas.

Quick Start (7-day plan)

• Days 1–3: Shower every other day; soap essentials only.
  • After each wash/shower: thin whole-body AllerKream layer.
  • Daily: AllerKream BID on troubled spots.
• Days 4–7: Add one rinse-only day.
  • Continue post-wash whole-body application + BID on spots.
  • Track itch minutes/day and scratch events.

Troubleshooting

• Still dry after 1 week? Add a bland moisturizer over AllerKream at night.
• Mild sting? Use a smaller amount on slightly damp skin or buffer with moisturizer for 2–3 days.
• Flare spike? Reduce showers for 3 days, avoid actives/acids, keep the routine.

Safety & when to pause

• Open wounds, pus, honey-colored crusts, fever, or rapidly spreading redness → seek medical care and pause routine on the area.
• Known sensitivities to any ingredient → avoid and consult your clinician.