Why Plant Adaptogens Work for Zonal Dysbiosis: The Science of the O-Zone

Is your skin behaving like two different ecosystems? If you are struggling with an oily T-zone alongside parched, sensitive cheeks, you aren’t just dealing with combination skin—you are experiencing Zonal Dysbiosis.

In this episode, I break down the clinical reality of the O-Zone, a term I coined in my 2021 research on the maskne microbiome. We explore why different areas of the face maintain distinct bacterial compositions and microclimates, and why traditional one-size-fits-all skincare often fails to address these localized shifts.

Join me as we transition from basic cleansing to microclimate regulation for a balanced, resilient microbiome.

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