Joëlle Ciocco say: Chapter 5 We are not alone in the world
We are not alone in this world. Neither is our skin. On its surface, invisible to the naked eye, lives a thriving universe. An ecosystem of unsuspected richness: bacteria, yeasts, microorganisms… but also lipids, vitamins, trace elements, and natural secretions.
A living world.
For a long time, we believed that skin had to be “clean,” almost sterile. Today, science tells us the exact opposite.
The skin is an inhabited territory. And this ecosystem, known as the skin microbiome, plays a fundamental role in its health, resilience, and beauty.
Research shows that these microorganisms are not mere passengers: they interact with each other and with our skin to strengthen its barrier, regulate immunity, and limit the growth of pathogenic bacteria.
Even more: it is not a single microorganism acting alone, but an entire community.
A subtle balance. A collective intelligence.
It is this diversity that gives the skin its ability to adapt—its resilience.
Our routines
The skin’s shields
