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As probiotics and prebiotics gain popularity, there is a need to review the evidence for their use in inflammatory conditions such as acne. This module will review the current evidence in regards to the gut microbiome and the gut-skin axis in relation to acne.

Learning Objectives

Review the differences between probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics
Recall the evidence for the use of probiotics and acne
Review the evidence for the use of prebiotics and acne

Faculty

Raja Sivamani

MD MS AP

Dr. Raja Sivamani is a board-certified dermatologist and practices as an integrative dermatologist at Pacific Skin Institute. He is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Clinical Dermatology at the University of California, Davis and Director of Clinical Research and the Clinical Trials Unit.He is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the California State University, Sacramento and an Associate Professor of Dermatology at California Northstate University, College of Medicine.He engages in clinical practice as well as both clinical and translational research that integrates bioengineering, nutrition, cosmetics, and skin biology. With training in both Allopathic and Ayurvedic medicine, he takes an integrative approach to his patients and in his research.He has published over 100 peer-reviewed research manuscripts, 10 textbook chapters, and a textbook entitled Cosmeceuticals and Active Cosmetics, 3rd Edition with a passion for expanding the evidence and boundaries of integrative medicine for skin care.

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