LaFlore teams up with Sequential Bio to introduce skin health testing kit
USA – LaFlore Live Probiotic Skin Care, a skincare brand known for using live probiotics to improve skin health, has partnered with Sequential Bio to unveil a skin health testing kit.
The kit employs quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) technology to examine microbiome diversity, skin health markers, and the skin’s biological age on the test strip.
It generates a comprehensive 20-page report, which includes detailed findings, a customized skincare routine, and product recommendations tailored to the customer’s needs.
Dr. Oliver Worsley, CEO at Sequential Bio, stated, “To truly understand the health of your skin, you need to understand the ‘invisible players’ within the skin microbiome.”
“The LaFlore Skin Health Testing Kit is powered by over 25,000 microbiome samples and delivers personalized skin care recommendations to achieve lasting skin health.”
LaFlore’s products balance the skin’s natural bacteria, helping to reduce issues such as redness, inflammation, and acne.
One of LaFlore’s popular products is the Live Probiotic Concentrated Serum, which replenishes the skin with live probiotics.
The company also offers a range of skincare solutions, including the 3-Step Kit, Discovery Kit, Longevity Oil, Daily Defense Moisturizer, and Enzymatic Cleanser.
LaFlore’s approach meets the increasing consumer demand for personalized beauty solutions.
The average American spends around $15,000 on skincare products over their lifetime, highlighting consumers’ strong commitment to investing in their skincare routines, according to data from the US Census and the Simmons National Consumer Survey.
Emerging scientific research highlights the importance of a balanced microbiome for maintaining healthy skin, linking bacterial diversity to better inflammation control, collagen production, and overall skin resilience.
Similarly, L’Oréal Groupe, a French multinational company specialising in personal care products, introduced an innovative device called L’Oréal Cell BioPrint, which offers personalized skin analysis in just five minutes.
This device uses advanced proteomics to calculate the skin’s age and provides personalized advice on how to slow down the appearance of aging.
L’Oréal collaborated with Korean start-up NanoEnTek to develop the tabletop hardware incorporating microfluidic lab-on-a-chip technology.
The non-invasive process involves users applying a facial tape strip to their cheek, which is then placed into a buffer solution.
The solution is inserted into the L’Oréal Cell BioPrint cartridge and analysed by the machine.
Simultaneously, the Skin Connect device captures facial images and conducts a brief questionnaire on skin concerns and aging.
LaFlore and L’Oréal’s innovations highlight the beauty industry’s shift toward personalized skincare solutions, driven by scientific advancements.
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