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Skinara® Microbiome Labs

At Skinara Microbiome Labs, we know the future of skincare is at the microscopic level. We began as a microbiome laboratory, specializing in the biological foundations of skin health. Our work focuses on understanding how microbial balance, barrier integrity, and cellular function contribute to sensitivity, resilience, and long-term skin vitality. For us microbial synergy is non-negotiable—disrupting it can lead to dysbiosis, flare-ups or chronic conditions. These principles guide every formulation we create and every skin therapy we design, ensuring our products work in harmony with the skin’s biology to support healthy skin of all ages, and especially for sensitive and pediatric skin.

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Clinically proven skincare

For skincare to be truly great, it has to be proven on real people, in the real world. That’s why at Skinara evidence is the heart of everything we do. We collaborate with external research partners to clinically validate our formulations—ensuring they’re safe, effective, and biologically aligned. Each product is tested in several ways; in silico, in vitro and in vivo with diverse panels. Our clinical panels including sensitive and pediatric skin profiles, are used to confirm real-world performance on human volunteers under dermatological supervision. Our testing panels include dermatologists, pediatric skin experts and researchers—ensuring our products meet the highest standards of care. This is our commitment: not just skincare, but skin health, clinically validated and trusted by those who use it.

Trusted by Skin Experts. Loved by Your Skin

Backed by dermatologists. Built on rigorous science. Skinara Microbiome Labs applies advanced microbial and genetic insights to inform formulation, grounded in patient safety, efficacy and long-term skin resilience.

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Skin doctors

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Practitioners

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Geneticists

Skinara Bio Serum Probiotic Moisturizer is one of the best hydrating serums for dry skin.

— Angela, Auckland

Great for sensitive skin! I have really sensitive skin. AgeScreen sunscreen and Ageless are the only products I currently know of that don't make my skin red and unhappy, thanks a lot.

— Heather, Singapore

The Origins of Skinara

A Story of Skin, Science and Purpose

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2014

The Science Beneath The Surface

We started our journey as a microbiome research lab, not as a brand but as a question: How can we map skin health across age, ethnicity, climate and hormonal states, starting from infancy through childhood, into puberty, pregnancy and aging? Our journey started with scientific inquiry—and a personal story that shaped everything. What followed has been a relentless pursuit for answers through microbiome science, systems biology diagnostics and precision ingredients.

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2016

From Lab to Life

Our research network grew and we uncovered a pivotal truth: the skin microbiome isn’t just a passive layer—it’s a living, responsive ecosystem. Its balance influences skin reactivity and how it responds to stress and its environment. The skin’s appearance, glow, texture, tone, often mirrors what's happening beneath the surface and its two way communication. A thriving microbiome supports skin hydration, barrier function, and resilience—making skin look healthier and more vibrant. Through research and scientific collaborations, we started building our expertise in decoding how microbial communities interact with the skin and with ingredient chemistry.

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2017

Ingredients Integrity

Our early research uncovered what conventional skincare formulation often overlooks: ingredient overload. We recognized that ingredients don’t act in isolation—they interact chemically, biologically and ecologically. When too many skincare actives are layered, they can clash chemically, destabilize the skin microbiome thus weakening the skin’s barrier. More is not better when it comes to skin microbiology. Some ingredients leave behind persistent antimicrobial effects that alter microbial balance over time, compromising the skin’s ability to protect, repair and regulate itself. We choose to formulate according to clinical principles—selecting ingredients for their synergistic behavior, guided by biological alignment, safety and supporting long-term skin resilience.

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2019

Skinara Inception

We believe great skin starts with deeply understanding it. This belief sparked the inception of Skinara, where we became the first company globally to introduce skin swab alongside gut microbiome testing analyses. Our platform goes beyond cosmetics, capturing advanced molecular insights to reveal how ecosystems interact across the body. This breakthrough defined what we believe is the Gold Standard in Skin Health—an approach that’s not cosmetic and static, but dynamic and biologically aligned. We began by focusing on sensitive skin, diabetic care and pediatric health for early intervention and biologically intelligent formulations.

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2021

Exceeding the Standards

We recognized a gap: the long‑term risks of UVA exposure were being underestimated in sunscreens, even as UV intensity increases. The bioaccumulative effects of UVA—linked to skin cancer, immune suppression, pigmentation and premature aging—demand a more rigorous level of protection, starting in childhood. This led us to design the world’s first sunscreen with up to 3× the usual UVA protection of standard European sunscreens. UVA protection needs to be elevated, especially for sensitive, diabetic and pediatric skin, where resilience is not a given. Our mission is to prevent the silent, cumulative damage that begins long before symptoms appear.

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2023

Where Your Story Meets Ours

At Skinara, we pioneer molecular biology solutions for a wide range of skin concerns, guided by the uniqueness of every individual, adult or child. From microbiome balance to molecular diagnostics, our approach is rooted in precision - and here is where our story connects with yours. Together, we can embark on a skincare journey that’s not cosmetic—it’s molecular, specific, and designed for you. Experience skin health like no other. Join us as we uncover your unique skin tale and design a regimen that reflects your biology, your lifestyle and your goals.

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2024

Introducing Skinara Clinical Care

From data to dermatology, built on clinical principles - safety, efficacy, patient compatibility and long-term outcomes: We're proud to launch Skinara Clinical Services—a new chapter in our precision dermatology. These services bring together diagnostic testing, expert consultations and tailored treatment protocols for skin and scalp health. Whether you're navigating skin conditions, post-procedure recovery, or seeking deeper insight into your skin, Skinara Clinical Services are accessible to everyone, everywhere - no matter your location.

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2025

One Global

Skinara One Global is our new discovery and research platform dedicated to partnerships in innovation, advanced biomolecules, treatment delivery technologies and next-gen manufacturing capabilities. Over the years we’ve been fortunate to receive multiple research grants, including the prestigious Illumina Genomics for advancing skin genomics. These milestones have helped us accelerate our work and expand our collaborative reach. We actively welcome global partnerships with innovators, researchers, clinicians and technologists who share our vision for science-driven skin health. Through Skinara One Global we are exploring innovations and building a shared future that’s inclusive, data-driven and biologically intelligent.

Careers

Ready to Shape the Future of Skin Health?
Whether you're in the clinic, the lab, or behind the data—your expertise matters. Skinara Microbiome Labs One Global is a discovery and diagnostics platform at the intersection of biology, data, and care, and a bridge between molecular insight and real-world impact. Explore opportunities at our Microbiome Labs by sending us your CV in confidence along with a brief introduction including your area of expertise and what would excite you most about working with us.

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