Division of Pharmacy and Optometry, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, The University of Manchester, Manchester, M13 9PT, UK.
Division of Musculoskeletal and Dermatological Science, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, School of Biological Science, The University of Manchester, Manchester, M13 9PT, UK.
J Appl Microbiol. 2024 Aug 5;135(8). doi: 10.1093/jambio/lxae181.
As our understanding of dermatological conditions advances, it becomes increasingly evident that traditional pharmaceutical interventions are not universally effective. The intricate balance of the skin microbiota plays a pivotal role in the development of various skin conditions, prompting a growing interest in probiotics, or live biotherapeutic products (LBPs), as potential remedies. Specifically, the topical application of LBPs to modulate bacterial populations on the skin has emerged as a promising approach to alleviate symptoms associated with common skin conditions. This review considers LBPs and their application in addressing a wide spectrum of dermatological conditions with particular emphasis on three key areas: acne, atopic dermatitis, and wound healing. Within this context, the critical role of strain selection is presented as a pivotal factor in effectively managing these dermatological concerns. Additionally, the review considers formulation challenges associated with probiotic viability and proposes a personalised approach to facilitate compatibility with the skin's unique microenvironment. This analysis offers valuable insights into the potential of LBPs in dermatological applications, underlining their promise in reshaping the landscape of dermatological treatments while acknowledging the hurdles that must be overcome to unlock their full potential.
随着我们对皮肤科疾病的认识不断深入,传统的药物干预并非对所有患者都普遍有效这一点变得越来越明显。皮肤微生物群的复杂平衡在各种皮肤疾病的发展中起着关键作用,这促使人们对益生菌(或活体生物治疗产品[LBPs])作为潜在治疗方法的兴趣日益增加。具体而言,将 LBPs 局部应用于调节皮肤细菌种群已成为一种缓解常见皮肤疾病相关症状的有前途的方法。本综述考虑了 LBPs 及其在解决广泛的皮肤科疾病中的应用,特别强调了三个关键领域:痤疮、特应性皮炎和伤口愈合。在这种情况下,提出了菌株选择作为有效管理这些皮肤科问题的关键因素。此外,该综述还考虑了与益生菌活力相关的配方挑战,并提出了个性化方法,以促进与皮肤独特微环境的兼容性。该分析深入探讨了 LBPs 在皮肤科应用中的潜力,强调了它们在重塑皮肤科治疗领域方面的前景,同时也认识到必须克服哪些障碍才能充分发挥其潜力。