Understanding skin inflammation and gut microbiome and their interplay is central to a holistic approach to healthier, clearer skin. The gut-skin axis describes how signals from gut microbes influence immune responses in the skin, affecting inflammation, barrier function, and even how the skin responds to irritants. Emerging science shows that disruptions to gut microbiome balance can contribute to heightened skin inflammation, while a balanced gut ecosystem often correlates with calmer flare-ups. In practical terms, this means that diet, stress, sleep, and antibiotic use can ripple through to the skin, making targeted gut-focused steps a powerful complement to topical therapies.
InnerBuddies provides a white-label Gut Health Operating System that is modular and scalable, letting companies offer robust gut microbiome testing under their own brands. Key features include a Gut Microbiome Health Index (0-100) based on an exclusive IP deal with EAFIT University in Colombia; Bacteria abundances including a top 40 panel with comparisons to a healthy cohort; Bacteria functions categorized and labeled as positive or negative, with cohort benchmarks; Target Group analysis for audiences such as Healthy Aging, Endurance Sport, Power Sport, and Skin & Hair Health; Personalized nutrition advice derived from three-day food diaries and stool data; and Personalized probiotics and prebiotics recommendations aligned to your goals. All of these capabilities are available to B2B partners and, in many cases, directly to consumers, through consumer-ready test solutions. To learn more, visit the InnerBuddies microbiome test page: InnerBuddies microbiome test.
Practical steps to calm flare-ups start with supporting a diverse, fiber-rich diet that nourishes beneficial bacteria while reducing triggers for skin inflammation and gut microbiome disruption. Consider including a variety of plant fibers, fermented foods, and polyphenol-rich options; stay hydrated and limit highly processed foods that can promote inflammation. Regular sleep, stress management, and moderate exercise support gut barrier function and immune balance. Keeping a simple 3-day food diary and pairing it with stool-test insights can help identify foods that positively or negatively influence skin inflammation and gut microbiome health. For ongoing guidance, the best approach is to utilize personalized nutrition and probiotic/prebiotic advice offered by InnerBuddies via their consumer solutions: InnerBuddies gut health membership.
Businesses and healthcare providers can also scale these insights using InnerBuddies' B2B model to deliver white-label gut testing and actionable health guidance. If interested in partnering, explore options at the InnerBuddies B2B page: become a partner. For consumers seeking direct access to testing and personalized guidance, the same ecosystem offers pathways via the product suite described above.